Project Manager

Hybrid 3 days onsite in Woburn, MA

Our client seeks a seasoned project manager to oversee budget control, vendor procurement, commissioning, and cross-functional coordination for mission-critical initiatives. The role will manage purchasing and sourcing for hardware and software solutions, maintain integrated schedules and project controls, and drive readiness through successful closeout.

Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Rate: $50.00 to $55.00/hr. w2

Responsibilities

• Manage Holistic Project Budgets: Track project budgets, forecasts, and variances. Provide regular reporting and quality control. Manage budget-related changes throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate Purchasing & Vendor Sourcing: Coordinate purchasing and sourcing for direct Product Development Team vendors supporting hardware and software solutions such as BMS, security, and operations platforms. Obtain quotes, manage purchase orders, track deliveries, and reconcile invoices.
• Lead Commissioning & Project Closeout: Provide project leadership and coordination through commissioning to final project closeout.
• Coordinate Cross-Functional Project Activities: Partner with Construction, Supply Chain, and Operations to coordinate schedules, submittals, long-lead equipment, commissioning activities, and closeout requirements.
• Maintain Project Controls: Develop and maintain integrated schedules, milestones, execution plans, RAID logs, project trackers, and status reports to ensure effective oversight and communication.
• Support Project Readiness & Turnover: Coordinate readiness planning, turnover activities, and punch-list resolution through project completion.

Experience Requirements

• 7+ years of project management experience in data center or other mission-critical construction environments, preferably on the owner or operator side. Direct experience managing project budgets and vendor relationships.
• Working knowledge of data center MEP systems including switchgear, UPS systems, generators, cooling systems, BMS, and physical security. Ability to understand procured equipment and identify issues with submittals.
• Direct experience managing vendor procurement and purchasing & sourcing within a corporate procurement environment.
• Strong proficiency with Excel and Smartsheet or equivalent project management tools. PMP preferred.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing priorities, deadlines, and cross-functional responsibilities.