Project Manager (Owner's Representative) - Data Center Construction

KALCON is seeking an experienced Project Manager with 7-10+ years of experience delivering complex construction projects within the data center, semiconductor, laboratory, or other mission-critical industries. As an Owner's Representative, this individual will oversee all phases of project execution, including schedule, cost, quality, safety, design coordination, permitting, and project closeout while serving as the primary liaison between owners, contractors, consultants, and vendors. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders, drive project performance, and successfully deliver large-scale projects from preconstruction through commissioning and turnover

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering
• 7-10 years of experience working in either design or construction of projects. Experience in Labs, Semiconductor, Data Center, and/or Critical Facility Construction is necessary.
• PMP, CCM, or PE license is a plus
• Proficient use of MS-Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project
• History of strong client relations and people management skills.
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills are fundamental to the success of facility project managers
• Skills to identify issues and proactively respond to project issues
• Strong written and oral communication skills to exchange information with senior management, service providers, workers, and contractors

Tasks And Responsibilities

• Schedule:

• Review construction manager’s (CM) monthly forecast.

• Hold weekly CPM schedule review meetings

• Attend multiple CM/subcontractor detailed planning meetings

• Owner Furnished Contractor Installed (OFCI) equipment schedule management

• Vendor start up scheduling

• Commissioning schedule coordination

• Owner/Direct vendor schedule management (IT, Roofing Consultant, Geotech, Third Party Inspectors)

• Customer Fitout – schedule management

• Cost:

• GMP buyout review and support

• GMP buyout detailed analysis and ownership of recommendations

• Provide VE recommendations with analysis

• Change order review and approval (cost approval and process flow)

• Proactive cost avoidance/reduction ideas

• Monthly pay application review

• Field:

• QA/QC general oversight

• QA/QC daily review and inspection with CM

• Safety general oversight

• Safety daily review & inspection with CM

• facility coordination (MOP’s, Notifications)

• Assess weekly progress and provide accurate reporting

• Project Management:

• Process cost documents (pay apps, change orders, etc.)

• Manage and attend weekly OAC meetings and minutes

• Provide weekly project reporting

• Manage project closeout process (financial, O&M’s, punchlist, Ops, etc.)

• Design:

• After initial design, manage design coordination efforts

• Coordinate customer fit out design package integration (non base-build)

• Validate design cost and process changes

• Permit/AHJ:

• Manage and communicate overall permit process

• AHJ inspection and certificate of occupancy process management.

Benefits Offered

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• 401(k) retirement plan with 4% KALCON match when an employee contributes at least 5%
• 15 days of paid time off
• 8 paid national holidays
• Reimbursement for professional licenses and certifications

Submission Requirements At a minimum, the candidate’s professional resume must include the following:

• List of all Educational Achievements

• List of all Professional Licenses or Certificates

• List of Awards Received

• Detailed Employment History with each company or government agency including:

• Name & Contact Information of the firm or agency

• Start Date and End Date (Month & Year)

• Positions Held

• List of Projects/Programs Managed including project value, location of assignment, roles and responsibilities and contribution to each project

At KALCON we are committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace where every individual is respected and valued. We are an equal opportunity employer and all applicant and employees will receive consideration for employment as we do not tolerate discrimination of any kind based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes to the success of our company and the innovation behind the exceptional projects we deliver. We encourage and support applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our team and thrive. Our hiring and employment practices are guided by principles of fairness, equality, and opportunity for all. Salary Range: $140,000 USD - $220,000 USD