Construction Manager

Description

Position Title : Construction Manager

Location : Miami FL

Your role

The Construction Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of construction projects with a focus on end-to-end data center development (greenfield through commissioning as well life cycle replacements). This will include providing leadership to contractors consultants and equipment vendors associated with the delivery of DLR Projects. The Construction Manager may also be assigned the responsibility for outsourced Owner Representative / Project Managers who will provide additional management support for the delivery of the project(s). Project assignments will generally be regional; however projects out of region may be assigned. The Construction Manager will manage challenging deliverables against aggressive project expectations and will report to the Director of Delivery. The candidate will have overall responsibility fordelivering the assigned project(s) on budget (heavy emphasis on value-engineering) on time and assurance that the project scope and quality meet the DLR Design Standards and the objectives set for the project.

What youll do

You will work closely with various other DLR stakeholders including in house design managers procurement specialists sales representatives and building operations staff.

For Build-to-Suit Projects the Construction Manager will be the primary customer contact to ensure that all day to day project responsibilities are met by the various design professionals contractors and vendors on the project. For standard projects you will help insure the project is executed to DLR internal design engineering standards.

Manage multiple projects site visits will be required for partner meetings and to audit jobsite project issue resolution etc.

Assist with preparation of requests for proposals to Contractors Consultants and Equipment Vendors including detailed evaluations and recommendations. Negotiate / write contracts with contractors consultants and vendors as necessary.

Ensure adherence to DLR Project Delivery / Management Standards by all project participants on all projects.

Complete monthly project status reporting

Develop and maintain strong relationships with contractor partners consultants and equipment vendors.

What youll need

• Bachelors degree in Civil Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Construction Management or related field.
• 5-8 years of experience in datacenter and / or technically demanding developments focused on Quality Assurance and Control with progressive management experience in a relevant consider candidates with less experience that have a strong desire for learning and professional development.
• Strong project management experience of technically complex projects is desired with a track record of successful project completions.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Strong relationship and interpersonal skills are required. Ability to work in a team environment. Self-motivated able to work independently with minimal oversight.
• Requires working knowledge of design and construction terms principles and contracts.
• Financial acumen to review analyze and create development budgets and estimates.
• Must have a comprehensive understanding of advanced electrical mechanical security / monitoring and fire detection / suppression systems.
• Understanding of standard practices in the design and construction industry. Must be familiar with basic building code requirements.
• Ability to understand and interpret design drawings construction drawings construction specifications design and construction contracts project schedules and detailed budgets / estimate summaries.
• Understanding of commissioning fundamentals particularly in relation to integrating schedules and commissioning for mechanical electrical and ICT elements
• Experienced in the use of MS Office software and AutoCAD (desired) including familiarity with construction-related digital tools systems and project oversight.
• Ability to confidently and succinctly communicate complex technical challenges to both technical and non-technical stakeholders including customers and contractors.
• Familiarity with the full project life cycle from planning and design to permitting construction commissioning and IST ensuring quality standards are maintained throughout.
• Strong organizational and risk management skills with the ability to effectively identify assess and mitigate risks within a high-pressure fast-paced environment.

A bit about us

Digital Realty brings companies and data together by delivering the full spectrum of data center colocation and interconnection solutions. PlatformDIGITAL the companys global data center platform provides customers with a secure data meeting place and a proven Pervasive Datacenter Architecture (PDx) solution methodology for powering innovation and efficiently managing Data Gravity challenges. Digital Realty gives its customers access to the connected data communities that matter to them with a global data center footprint of 300 facilities in 50 metros across 28 countries on six continents.

To learn more about Digital Realty please visit follow us on LinkedInand Twitter.

A bit about our Digital team

Our Design and Construction team designs and builds safe and secure turnkey data centers for our customers. We provide plenty of opportunities to take on a variety of tasks and develop your technical skills from project managing small data center renovation projects to large complex green field data center campuses.

What we can offer you

Our rapidly evolving business sector offers the opportunity to be part of a courageous and passionate team who work together to understand and meet the changing needs of our global customers.

Join us and youll be part of a supportive and inclusive environment where you can bring your whole self to work. As part of our team youll get to work with people from different business areas challenge the way we do things and put your ideas into action. Well also give you plenty of development opportunities so you can build a rewarding and successful career with us.

Our Compensation Philosophy

Digital Realty offers its employees a highly competitive compensation package excellent benefits and an environment that recognizes and rewards your contributions. Central to our compensation philosophy is rewarding our employees for achieving the values and objectives aligned to the companys overall goals and values.

This is an exciting time to join our business so apply now and make your mark on our future.

Notes :

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Digital Realty is an equal opportunity employer EOE / AA / M / F / Vets / Disabled. All applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age national origin disability or protected veteran status or other status protected by law or Company policy.

Digital Realty is a publicly traded company (NYSE : DLR) with investment grade ratings from all three major ratings agencies.

Please do not forward unsolicited resumes to any employee of Digital Realty and its subsidiaries. Digital Realty is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited referrals.

Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Abinitio,Cobol,Environmental Consultancy,Facility Management,Insulation,Asic

Employment Type : Full-Time

Department / Functional Area : Construction Management

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 5 - 8