Data Center Project Manager in Austin, TX

Location: Austin, TX

Workplace Type: On-site

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Opportunity

Our client, a rapidly growing AI infrastructure company, is seeking an experienced Data Centre Project Manager to join their team in Austin, Texas.

Backed by significant growth and industry demand, our client is at the forefront of delivering next-generation AI infrastructure solutions that support some of the world's most innovative technology organizations. Their platforms enable advanced AI workloads for leading hyperscalers, AI labs, and enterprise customers, requiring the development and deployment of cutting-edge data centre environments.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-growth organization and play a key role in delivering mission-critical infrastructure projects that will shape the future of artificial intelligence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of data centre projects from inception through commissioning and handover.
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and overall project performance.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including design, engineering, construction, commissioning, and operations.
• Oversee contractors, vendors, consultants, and third-party partners to ensure successful project delivery.
• Drive project execution across new builds, retrofits, and infrastructure upgrades.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure schedule and budget adherence.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide regular updates and reporting to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across project delivery processes.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing mission-critical or data centre construction projects.
• Proven experience delivering large-scale data centre, mission-critical, or complex infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of MEP systems, electrical infrastructure, cooling systems, and critical facility operations.
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, contracts, and project financials.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple stakeholders in fast-paced, high-growth environments.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on hyperscale, colocation, or AI-focused data centre projects.
• Previous experience managing greenfield developments, retrofit projects, or live facility upgrades.
• Familiarity with commissioning and startup processes within mission-critical environments.
• Experience working within high-growth technology or infrastructure organizations.

Why Join?

• Opportunity to join a rapidly scaling company at the forefront of AI infrastructure.
• Work on industry-leading mission-critical projects supporting next-generation AI technologies.
• Collaborate with highly talented teams in a fast-paced and innovative environment.
• Significant opportunities for career growth and advancement as the organization continues to expand.
• Competitive compensation package including bonus and comprehensive benefits.

If you are passionate about delivering complex infrastructure projects and want to play a key role in building the future of AI, we encourage you to apply.