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Prime Data Centers develops, acquires, and operates data centers for some of the world's largest enterprises. A private firm owned by a group controlling $6 billion in assets, with a 15-year tenure in technology and real estate development, Prime provides customers with ownership options and dynamic leasing models, defining a true corporate partnership.

Responsibilities

• Leads cost management activities, including tracking budgets, forecasting spend, and preparing variance reports throughout the construction lifecycle.
• Reviews and validates change orders submitted by general contractors and vendors for scope alignment, pricing accuracy, and contractual compliance.
• Proactively reviews project plans and prepares cost estimates including labor, materials, and time requirements throughout the design stages.
• Regularly analyzes project costs versus budget and communicates progress to senior leadership.
• Identifies potential project deviations or roadblocks and works with senior leadership to initiate solutions.
• Reviews RFP's, GMP's, or other project documentation for customer specifications and contractual obligations.
• Travels to construction sites to assess progress and prepares detailed reports for Executive review.
• Manages the bid process by preparing bid packages and ensuring the appropriate submissions or proposals are completed accurately by all subcontractors.
• Maintains key vendor relationships and negotiates construction prices for competitive bidding.
• Supports Construction Project Managers with change order validation and management.
• Travel up to 50%.

Skills and Qualifications

Benefits

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. Prime is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are considered for employment without attention to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, protected veteran or military status, disability status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.