Construction Manager
Actalent
Posted Friday, April 3, 2026
Posting ID: JP-005936049
We’re hiring a construction‑focused professional to support the planning and delivery of large‑scale, mission‑critical data center projects across the U.S.
This is an owner‑side role that sits at the intersection of construction management, pre‑construction, and design oversight, ideal for candidates with hands‑on experience delivering data center or other complex infrastructure projects.
This person will be responsible for the following deliverables
1. Pre-Design - Risk assessment, strategy alignment, RFP development, vendor selection
2. Design - Milestone reviews (30%, 60%, 90%, IFP, IFC), quality control, stakeholder coordination
3. Permitting - Strategy development, tracking, SLA monitoring
4. Pre-Construction - Transition documentation, IFC package coordination
5. Construction Admin - Weekly OAC meetings, RFI/submittal management, design change tracking
6. Closeout - Record documentation, lessons learned, offboarding
7. Program Management - Ongoing reporting, data management, KPI tracking (runs throughout all phases)
- Support data center projects from early design strategy through construction and closeout
- Participate in design milestone reviews, constructability assessments, and pre‑construction handoff
- Coordinate closely with contractors, architects, and engineers to ensure designs are buildable and execution stays on track
- Support construction administration activities, including RFIs, submittals, design changes, and weekly coordination meetings
- Help maintain design intent throughout construction while balancing schedule, cost, and risk
- Contribute to reporting, tracking, and overall program execution for large capital projects
Travel expectations:
- Candidates will be based out of the Seattle, Austin, or Herndon office
- Travel will be to data center campuses in nearby or regional states (locations TBD)
- Anticipated travel is approximately 7–8 site visits over a 12‑month period, depending on project phase
- Site visits are typically short‑duration and aligned with major milestones
Ideal experience:
- Experience in data center or mission‑critical construction
- Experience in construction management, pre‑construction, design‑assist, or owner’s‑rep roles
- Comfort working on large, fast‑paced capital projects
- Experience supporting projects through construction, commissioning, and turnover
- Strong communication and coordination skills across technical and non‑technical teams
- This role is a strong fit for professionals coming from mission‑critical general contractors, owner’s rep firms, EPCM organizations, or construction‑focused design management backgrounds who want exposure to large, complex data center programs.
This is a Permanent position based out of Seattle, WA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $80.00 - $80.00/hr.
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)
This is a fully onsite position in Seattle,WA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.
Contact Information
Recruiter: Christopher Pope
Phone: (425) 893-6062
Email: chpope@actalentservices.com
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