Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager II Mission Critical / Data Center Construction Job Description
This Project Manager II role oversees core, shell, and tenant improvement scopes on large-scale data center and mission critical construction projects. You will lead project execution from planning through closeout, managing subcontractors, budgets, schedules, and documentation while partnering closely with field teams, MEP partners, and design stakeholders. The position focuses on delivering complex commercial construction projects safely, on time, and within budget, supported by a strong team and structured processes.
Responsibilities
- Oversee core, shell, and tenant improvement (TI) scopes on large-scale data center and mission critical construction projects from inception through completion.
- Manage overall project execution, including planning, coordination, and tracking of milestones to ensure delivery on schedule and within budget.
- Lead subcontractor management activities, including selection, onboarding, coordination of work, performance monitoring, and issue resolution.
- Develop, maintain, and update project budgets, forecasts, and cost control measures to track financial performance and support decision-making.
- Create and maintain detailed project schedules, coordinating with field teams, trade partners, and stakeholders to align activities and critical paths.
- Administer and manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, contracts, and other project documentation in alignment with company standards and client requirements.
- Utilize construction management platforms such as Procore, Bluebeam, BIM 360/Autodesk Build, Microsoft Project, or Primavera P6 to manage project information and reporting.
- Partner closely with field teams and MEP partners to coordinate construction activities, resolve technical issues, and support safe, efficient execution.
- Collaborate with design stakeholders to clarify scope, address design changes, and maintain alignment between design intent and field conditions.
- Implement and support QA/QC processes to ensure work quality, adherence to specifications, and compliance with mission critical and data center standards.
- Monitor project risks, identify potential issues early, and develop mitigation plans to keep projects on track.
- Communicate clearly and regularly with internal teams, trade partners, and project stakeholders regarding progress, challenges, and action plans.
- Support a strong team structure and contribute to a collaborative, solution-oriented project environment.
- Prepare and deliver project status reports, cost updates, and schedule updates to relevant stakeholders.
- Ensure all project activities adhere to safety standards and company policies, promoting a culture of safety on site.
Essential Skills
- 58 years of commercial construction project management experience, preferably on large-scale or complex projects.
- Demonstrated experience in construction project management and construction management, including coordination of core, shell, and TI scopes.
- Strong background in budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, and cost control for commercial construction projects.
- Proven experience managing RFIs, submittals, change orders, contracts, and subcontractors in a commercial construction environment.
- Proficiency with Procore for project and construction management workflows.
- Experience with commercial construction in mission critical and data center environments.
- Knowledge and application of QA/QC practices on construction projects.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide teams, influence outcomes, and drive accountability.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective coordination with field teams, trade partners, and stakeholders.
- Strong problem-solving abilities with a track record of resolving project issues and keeping work on track.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with field teams, MEP partners, trade partners, and design stakeholders.
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience in commercial construction project management.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Proficiency with Bluebeam for document review, markups, and coordination.
- Experience using BIM 360/Autodesk Build for model coordination and project information management.
- Familiarity with scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project or Primavera P6.
- Experience working on large-scale data center or mission critical facilities, including an understanding of their unique operational and reliability requirements.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, schedule-driven environment with multiple concurrent priorities.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in managing documentation and project controls.
- Comfort with technology and digital collaboration tools used in modern construction management.
- Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement in project delivery.
Work Environment
This role operates in a demanding, fast-paced mission critical and data center construction environment where extended work hours and travel rotations are standard. You can expect to work more than 60 hours per week during active project phases. Travel rotations typically follow patterns such as 10 days on and 4 days off or 11 days on and 3 days off. During these rotations, you will generally work 6 days per week, with occasional weekend work, roughly once per month or every six weeks. The position involves close collaboration with field teams, trade partners, and design stakeholders, using tools such as Procore, Bluebeam, BIM 360/Autodesk Build, Microsoft Project, and Primavera P6 to manage project information, schedules, and documentation. The environment emphasizes strong team structure, support, and coordination to deliver complex, schedule-sensitive projects safely and efficiently.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Minneapolis, MN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $140000.00 - $180000.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Minneapolis, MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN. About Actalent

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