Nebius

SeniorDataCenterConstructionProjectManager

$115–275k New Jersey, United States Remote Friendly
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The Brief

“Senior Data Center Construction Project Manager at Nebius. Skills: Data center construction, Project management, Operational readiness. Oversee construction from design review through commissioning and. Ensure compliance with regulatory standards”

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving skills

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience, 5+ years of experience in construction project management, Focus on data center or colocation infrastructure, Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale construction projects, Understanding of construction processes, Understanding of quality control, Understanding of design coordination, Ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders

Nice to Have

Experience for a general contractor, colocation provider, or hyperscaler

What You'll Do.

Oversee construction from design review through commissioning and

Ensure compliance with regulatory standards

Ensure compliance with performance expectations

Collaborate with architects

Collaborate with contractors

Collaborate with regulatory authorities

Manage vendor relationships

Oversee all phases of data center construction

Review design drawings

Review technical submittals

Manage change control

Track project progress

Participate in Factory Acceptance Tests

Participate in Site Acceptance Tests

Serve as primary liaison with local authorities

Serve as primary liaison with utilities

Serve as primary liaison with regulatory bodies

Ensure permits are completed on schedule

Ensure licenses are completed on schedule

Ensure inspections are completed on schedule

Maintain compliance with local codes

Maintain compliance with safety standards

Maintain compliance with data center industry best practices

Manage documentation for occupancy certification

Manage reporting for occupancy certification

Manage documentation for operational approvals

Manage reporting for operational approvals

Lead commissioning activities

Develop standard operating procedures

Implement standard operating procedures

Develop emergency operating procedures

Implement emergency operating procedures

Train operations teams on site-specific systems

Train operations teams on monitoring tools

Train operations teams on safety practices

Ensure smooth transition from construction to operations

Oversee daily facility operations

Oversee preventive maintenance

Monitor Power Usage Effectiveness

Optimize Power Usage Effectiveness

Implement sustainability improvements

Implement reliability improvements

Ensure adherence to health

and environmental standards

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional teams; Diverse teams and stakeholders

Communication Scope

Excellent communication

Process & Methodology

Project management, Budget adherence, Timeline management, Vendor management, Change control, Progress tracking

Full Job Description

About Nebius: Nebius is leading a new era in cloud infrastructure for the global AI economy. We are building a full-stack AI cloud platform that supports developers and enterprises from data and model training through to production deployment, without the cost and complexity of building large in-house AI/ML infrastructure. Built by engineers, for engineers. From large-scale GPU orchestration to inference optimization, we own the hard problems across compute, storage, networking and applied AI. Listed on Nasdaq (NBIS) and headquartered in Amsterdam, we have a global footprint with R&D hubs across Europe, the UK, North America and Israel. Our team of 1,500+ includes hundreds of engineers with deep expertise across hardware, software and AI R& D. The role We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Construction Project Manager to lead the buildout and operational readiness of our cutting-edge data centers. In this role, you will oversee construction from design review through commissioning and handover, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and performance expectations. You’ll collaborate closely with architects, contractors, and regulatory authorities while managing budgets, timelines, and vendor relationships. This position requires deep knowledge of data center infrastructure, exceptional project management skills, and a proactive mindset to drive operational excellence from the ground up. This hybrid position will be based in New Jersey. Your responsibilities will include: Construction & Project Management: Oversee all phases of data center construction, from design review to commissioning and handover. Collaborate with architects, MEP consultants, contractors, and vendors to ensure project specifications and timelines are met. Review design drawings and technical submittals for compliance with company standards and operational requirements. Manage change control, progress tracking, and budget adherence throughout the project lifecycle. Particip

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