Senior (PM) Project Manager

About Overwatch Mission Critical Overwatch is a service-disabled Veteran-owned small business (SDVOB) certified through the National Veterans Business Development Council (NVBDC), offering construction professional services, talent acquisition, and general contractor services for the mission-critical infrastructure industry. Our mission is the construction and management of state-of-the-art data centers with the precision and reliability this industry demands. From high-end engineers to seasoned professionals, we deploy the people you need to get your data center off the ground. At Overwatch, it's more than a job. It's a purpose. Role Overview The Senior Project Manager (Sr. PM) is responsible for leading the successful execution of large-scale, ground-up data center construction projects from preconstruction through commissioning and final turnover. This role provides oversight of project schedules, budgets, contractors, vendors, quality, and overall project delivery while ensuring alignment with client expectations and operational requirements. The Sr. PM serves as a key point of contact between project stakeholders, engineering teams, general contractors, vendors, and leadership to proactively manage risks, resolve challenges, and drive projects toward successful completion. Key Responsibilities Oversee daily project execution, managing general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and consultants to ensure successful project delivery. Manage project schedules, critical milestones, construction sequencing, and potential risks to maintain project timelines. Oversee project budgets, cost forecasting, change orders, invoice reviews, and financial reporting. Coordinate permitting, design deliverables, RFIs, submittals, procurement, and owner-furnished equipment (OFE) deliveries. Oversee installation and commissioning coordination of mission-critical infrastructure, including mechanical, electrical, and critical power systems. Ensure compliance with project safety, quality, and regulatory standards while providing regular progress updates and communicating with stakeholders and leadership. Qualifications 10+ years of project management experience overseeing large-scale, ground-up construction projects within data center, mission-critical, or similarly complex construction environments. Demonstrated experience managing projects from preconstruction through commissioning and turnover. Strong understanding of data center infrastructure, including mechanical, electrical, and critical power systems. Proven ability to manage general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, budgets, and complex construction schedules. Experience with project financial management, change orders, forecasting, and risk mitigation. Strong knowledge of construction sequencing, critical path scheduling, and project controls. Proficiency with Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and construction document management platforms. Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to work onsite and travel as project requirements dictate. Preferred Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline. PMP, CCM, or equivalent project management certification. Experience delivering hyperscale data centers or large multi-building campus developments. Familiarity with commissioning processes, MEP systems integration, and operational turnover. Experience managing multiple project workstreams or large, multidisciplinary construction teams. Driver’s License Requirement For roles that require on-site presence or travel between work locations as an essential function of the position, candidates must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license appropriate for the role and be eligible to operate a motor vehicle in accordance with applicable laws. Communication Skills Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in a professional work environment, including preparing written reports and documentation, conveying information clearly to team members, clients, and stakeholders, and responding appropriately to verbal and written communications related to job duties. Physical Requirements and Work Environment This position operates primarily in an active data center construction environment, encompassing both indoor and outdoor work settings. The role requires the physical ability to perform essential job functions safely and effectively in a dynamic environment that includes ongoing construction activity and evolving site conditions. The work environment includes areas and temporary structures owned, leased, or controlled by third parties over which Overwatch may have limited or no control. Because the project remains under construction, certain areas of the site — including access routes, staging zones, and temporary structures — may not yet be fully ADA-compliant until construction is complete or those third-party areas are finalized. Physical Requirements Must be able to walk, stand, stoop, twist, bend, and climb stairs or ladders for extended periods while navigating uneven, unpaved, or obstructed terrain. Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis. Must be able to drive between job sites and access all areas of an active construction zone, including raised platforms, scaffolding, and confined spaces. Must be able to tolerate exposure to outdoor weather conditions, dust, and construction-related noise, vibrations, and odors. Must be able to communicate effectively with contractors, engineers, and site personnel, and maintain situational awareness in high-activity environments. Personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety vests, hearing protection, and steel-toe boots, is required. Must have sufficient visual acuity to read drawings, specifications, and safety signage, and to observe site activity. Work Environment: Work is performed primarily in and around active construction areas, which may include unfinished buildings, temporary field offices, staging areas, and partially completed infrastructure. These locations may contain uneven surfaces, limited accessibility, and other conditions typical of construction projects prior to final completion. Overwatch does not control and cannot modify accessibility conditions within areas, facilities, or temporary structures owned or managed by third parties. Reasonable Accommodation Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position, provided such accommodations do not create safety hazards, impede essential mobility within active work zones, or require modification of facilities not owned or controlled by Overwatch. Benefits We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off. Relocation assistance is available to support candidates transitioning to the location. OVERWATCH is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. OVERWATCH considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.