Construction Manager

Construction Manager (Owner s Representative)

Data Center Project Location:

Temple, TX (100% on-site)

Job Type:

Contract (9 months, potential extension)

Schedule:

40 hours/week, no overtime expected

Industry:

Mission-Critical / Data Center Construction About the Role We are seeking a hands-on Construction Manager to support a large-scale, mission-critical construction project in Temple, Texas . This role will act as an Owner s Representative , overseeing day-to-day construction execution, contractor coordination, and site activities to ensure the project stays on schedule and aligned with project goals. This is a leadership-focused role suited for a mid-level Construction Manager who enjoys being in the field and driving execution not design. Key Responsibilities Act as the on-site Owner s Representative for a large-scale construction project (~$300M) Oversee and coordinate general contractors, subcontractors, and vendors Manage daily site activities to ensure schedule, quality, and safety compliance Lead contractor meetings and maintain strong communication across stakeholders Track progress against construction schedules and flag risks early Coordinate closely with an on-site Connectivity Engineer Support construction execution across MEP and telecommunications scopes Ensure work aligns with project milestones and delivery targets Required Qualifications Hands-on experience in construction project management (execution-focused) Background as an Owner s Rep -side Project Manager Strong experience managing contractors and vendors Proven leadership, communication, and coordination skills Experience on large-scale construction projects Working knowledge of MEP systems and telecommunications infrastructure Field-based construction experience with basic schedule and budget oversight Mid-level profile (motivated, hands-on; not overly senior) Preferred / Nice-to-Have Experience Mission-critical or critical facilities projects (data centers preferred but not required) Exposure to: Data centers Semiconductor facilities Oil & gas Healthcare infrastructure Bachelor s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field Work Environment 100% on-site at an active construction site Fast-paced, execution-driven environment Direct oversight of contractors and vendors Highly collaborative role with site leadership and engineering teams Why This Role? Support a high-visibility Meta data center project Work on a $300M construction project already ~30 45% complete Projected substantial completion by end of year Fast interview process (single interview, quick decision) Strong potential for extension or redeployment based on project pipeline Temple, TX offers a strong local talent pipeline and desirable cost of living