About this role
Job Title: Construction Project Manager Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to support onsite construction activities for a large, complex data center facility in Atlanta, GA. In this role, you will spend substantial time in the field monitoring construction progress, coordinating with project stakeholders, reviewing drawings and RFIs, and ensuring project and lease deliverables remain on track. You will independently assess construction status, identify issues or risks, and communicate effectively with contractors and project teams to keep the project aligned with schedule, quality, and contractual requirements.
Responsibilities
- Perform regular site walks to monitor construction progress, quality, and alignment with project requirements.
- Track onsite construction activities and ensure work is progressing in line with project schedules, milestones, and lease deliverables.
- Review and interpret construction drawings, plans, specifications, and technical documentation.
- Assess and manage RFIs, including reviewing content, understanding field impact, and supporting coordination of responses and follow-through on site.
- Monitor and coordinate lease deliverables and other key project obligations to ensure timely completion.
- Collaborate closely with General Contractors, subcontractors, facility teams, and other project stakeholders to resolve construction-related issues.
- Utilize Procore to access, navigate, and manage project documentation and construction information.
- Review project schedules and track construction progress, leveraging Primavera P6 experience where applicable.
- Support review of project costs, contracts, and estimates as needed to maintain financial and contractual alignment.
- Prepare and communicate clear project updates, findings, risks, and recommendations to project stakeholders.
- Maintain strong awareness of onsite construction progress and quickly escalate concerns that could impact project delivery.
- Conduct daily activities such as site walks, reviewing construction progress, RFIs, and lease deliverables to ensure the project remains on track.
- Apply deep understanding of General Contractor workflows, trade coordination, construction sequencing, and onsite execution to drive project success.
Essential Skills
- 10+ years of construction or project management experience.
- Strong construction management background, preferably with substantial experience on the General Contractor side.
- Proven ability to read, interpret, and navigate construction drawings, plans, specifications, and other technical documentation.
- Demonstrated experience reviewing, managing, and understanding RFIs within an active construction environment.
- Hands-on experience using Procore to access and manage construction documentation.
- Ability to effectively monitor and assess construction progress through regular field and site walks.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey findings and recommendations.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize competing demands, and manage time effectively in a dynamic construction environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail when assessing field conditions and project risks.
- Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience supporting data center, mission-critical, or other large-scale complex construction projects.
- Experience working directly for or alongside a General Contractor, with strong understanding of GC workflows and onsite execution.
- Experience with Primavera P6 and construction scheduling.
- Experience with Bluebeam for drawing review and project documentation.
- PMP or PMI certification is preferred.
- Familiarity with facility management, maintenance operations, and construction turnover and lease deliverables.
- Ability to confidently read, interpret, and navigate construction drawings and specifications.
- Strong understanding of the RFI process and the ability to assess how RFIs affect field execution and project progress.
- Proven field construction management experience, including conducting site walks, understanding onsite activities, and evaluating actual progress against project expectations.
- background in construction management with large-scale commercial or industrial projects, ideally with excellent field knowledge.
Work Environment
This role is based onsite in Atlanta, GA, supporting construction activities for a data center facility. You will work approximately 40 hours per week, spending substantial time in the field on an active, large-scale construction site. The environment is fast-paced and highly collaborative, with regular interaction with General Contractors, subcontractors, facility teams, and other project stakeholders. You will use technologies such as Procore for project documentation, Primavera P6 for scheduling (where applicable), and Bluebeam for drawing review. The role requires adherence to safety standards and the use of appropriate personal protective equipment, including a monitor, keyboard, headset, and mouse for office tasks, as well as a Class 2 safety helmet, Class 2 or higher safety vest, cut and impact resistant gloves, ANSI Z87.1 or higher safety glasses or visor, and composite toe work boots made of leather or leather alternative that extend at least four inches above the ankle. A Class 2 or higher reflective jacket suitable for cold and wet conditions is also required. You will work in a mission-critical construction environment where maintaining awareness of onsite progress and ensuring safe, compliant operations is essential.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Fayetteville, GA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $80.00 - $97.00/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 Fayetteville, GA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Fayetteville,GA. About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
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