Data Center Construction Manager

BlackBox • New Albany, OH • 2h ago

Construction Manager ?

At Black Box, we design, build, and support the world's most demanding digital infrastructure environments.?We're?searching for an experienced?Data Center Construction Manager?who thrives on largescale, complex projects and knows how to lead field teams to deliver flawless structured cabling and?low voltage?installations. ?

This is a senior, onsite leadership role where?you'll?take full ownership of construction execution-from?day one?planning through commissioning and closeout-ensuring projects are safe, on schedule, fully compliant, and built to the?high standards?Black Box is known for. ?

If?you're?a?detail driven?leader with deep technical?expertise?in fiber and structured cabling systems-and the ability to guide large field teams to operational excellence-you'll?feel at home here. ?

Position Details ?

Exempt Salary position based upon experience & skill level

Contract with possible contract extension or hire

Standard site hours: 2nd shift- Mon-Fri 3:30pm-12:00am (after hours/weekends based on Project Demands)

Location: Daily onsite presence? required at our Client site in New Albany, OH

Up to?15% travel?depending on project needs. ?

Direct supervision responsibilities included. ?

What?You'll?Lead ?

Own Safety as Priority #1 ?

Model and enforce Black Box's?Accident-Free?Everyday?safety culture. ?

Lead jobsite safety standards, compliance, and continuous improvement. ?

Support incident investigations, RCAs, and?data driven?lessons learned. ?

Direct Data Center Construction Operations ?

Drive the development and implementation of project plans, installation strategies, and site?logistics. ?

Maintain and manage? 5?week ?lookahead schedules, labor forecasts, and daily progress tracking. ?

Coordinate with Project Management and Procurement to ensure?timely?delivery and staging of materials. ?

Oversee daily field operations to meet or exceed production goals, budget, and schedule milestones. ?

Ensure Technical Excellence & Standards Compliance ?

Serve as the senior SME for data center?low voltage, structured cabling, and fiber installations. ?

Guarantee compliance with?ANSI/TIA,?BICSI,?NEBS, and all customer specifications. ?

Lead testing and commissioning activities including?OTDR, power meter validation, labeling standards, and quality assurance protocols. ?

Identify?design gaps, field conflicts, or changes; drive RFIs, clarifications, and scope adjustments. ?

Lead, Mentor & Develop Field Teams ?

Manage large (100+) field technician teams-union or nonunion. ?

Conduct hiring, training, performance evaluations, and career development for onsite personnel. ?

Provide technical coaching and mentorship to accelerate crew capabilities and elevate work quality. ?

Foster a culture grounded in safety, collaboration, accountability, and craftsmanship. ?

Be the Customer's Trusted?Onsite?Partner ?

Act as the main construction operations liaison for the client. ?

Participate in customer meetings, site walks, technical discussions, and milestone reviews. ?

Proactively address challenges around workflow, delays, installation issues, or tactical execution. ?

What You Need to Succeed ?

Leadership & People Skills ?

Proven ability to lead, motivate, and mentor diverse field teams. ?

Skilled in conflict resolution, workforce planning, and managing competing priorities. ?

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. ?

Technical Expertise ?

Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and best?in class?safety practices. ?

Mastery of?low voltage, fiber, and structured cabling installation for?mission critical?environments. ?

Advanced capability in commissioning, system validation, and telecom quality control processes. ?

Ability to interpret complex drawings, specifications, and construction schedules. ?

Experience?identifying?design discrepancies and managing technical change control. ?

Operational & Digital Skills ?

Ability to build and manage work activity sequencing and project phasing plans. ?

Strong computer skills: MS Office, Bluebeam, and construction management platforms. ?

Ability to quickly learn new construction technologies and workflow tools. ?

What You Bring ?

High School Diploma or GED?required. ?

3-5+ years?of supervisory experience on largescale structured cabling or data center construction projects. ?

Experience managing large, dispersed field teams (100+). ?

Data center?new build?or retrofit experience strongly preferred. ?

Experience working with?union telecom crews?and labor compliance preferred. ?

Preferred certifications:? ?

OSHA30?(or ability to obtain within 6 months) ?

BICSI Technician (TECH) ?

BICSI RCDD ?

This job description is designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, and responsibilities that are required of the employee; it is not meant to be all-inclusive for any one position. Job responsibilities and requirements are subject to change at any time due to business conditions or any other reason.

Why Black Box?? ?

Black Box is a leading global technology solutions provider with 2,500+ team members across 24 countries. We design, deploy, and manage world-class IT infrastructure solutions for some of the most demanding environments worldwide. We value innovation, ownership, transparency, and continuous growth-both in our business and our people. When you join Black Box, you join a team committed to delivering excellence and elevating the customer experience.? ?

Equal Opportunity Employer?- Black Box is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of every background and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

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