Senior Construction Manager

Crusoe · Data AI · Childress, TX - US · Digital Infrastructure Group (DIG)

This role is for a Senior Construction Manager at an AI infrastructure company. The primary focus is on leading the construction of large-scale AI data centers, from structural build-out to interior fit-out, ensuring safe, high-quality, and on-schedule delivery. Responsibilities include managing multiple contractors, overseeing various construction phases (civil, structural, MEP, interiors), and coordinating with design, engineering, and operations teams. The role requires extensive experience in managing complex construction projects, particularly in data centers or mission-critical facilities.

What you'd actually do

  1. Lead construction across civil, structural, envelope, MEP, and interior/TI phases
  2. Manage multiple scopes or buildings within a campus
  3. Direct subcontractors, resolve field issues, and maintain safety and quality
  4. Oversee data halls, MV/LV electrical rooms, mechanical rooms, office spaces, and finishes
  5. Own schedules, critical-path plans, budgets, forecasting, and procurement

Skills

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field
  • 7+ years of experience managing large industrial, data center, or complex commercial projects
  • Strong experience in both base build and TI delivery
  • Deep understanding of structural, mechanical, and electrical systems
  • Advanced scheduling and project management skills (Procore, Primavera/MS Project, Bluebeam)
  • Strong leadership, negotiation, and cross-functional communication skills
  • Ability to travel ~50%

Nice to have

  • Hyperscale data center or mission-critical facility experience
  • Led $100M+ project scopes
  • Strong MV/LV electrical or heavy mechanical expertise
  • Lean construction or sustainability experience
  • Advanced certifications (PMP, CCM, PE)

What the JD emphasized

  • mission-critical
  • high technical complexity
  • seasoned construction professionals
  • large industrial, data center, or complex commercial projects
  • base build and TI delivery
  • hyperscale data center or mission-critical facility experience
  • Led $100M+ project scopes