Project Manager - Mission Critical/Data Centers

Rycon Construction is an employee-owned company (ESOP) that provides construction management, general contracting, and design-build services nationwide. An ENR Top 400 Contractor, ENR Top 100 Green Contractor, and BD+C Top 150 Contractor with nine offices, Rycon specializes in new construction, renovations, and adaptive reuse projects. From large-scale developments to small, fast-track interior fit-outs, Rycon is equipped to deliver a comprehensive range of services across all project types. Rycon’s portfolio includes projects in healthcare, higher education, industrial/warehouse, commercial, multi-unit residential, food service/dining, retail, financial, self-storage, governmental, and LEED facilities. We have an in-house Architectural Woodwork & Specialty Fabrication Division that ships/installs nationally  

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager - Mission Critical/Data Centers at our Washington D.C. office. 

What you will do:  

• Manage all phases of mission critical/data center construction projects from preconstruction through project closeout.
• Review project documents, contracts, drawings, and specifications to ensure successful project execution.
• Manage multiple projects while maintaining schedule, budget, quality, and safety goals.
• Develop, negotiate, award, and administer subcontracts.
• Review and prepare subcontractor scopes of work and coordinate trade partners throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain project schedules using Microsoft Project and other scheduling tools.
• Lead project meetings and maintain meeting minutes, action items, and project documentation.
• Assist with budgeting, estimating, and procurement activities.
• Review, negotiate, and process change orders.
• Manage submittals, RFIs, cost reports, procurement logs, and project financials.
• Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, consultants, and subcontractors to drive project success.
• Maintain strong client relationships and serve as a primary point of contact throughout the project.
• Identify project risks and develop solutions to keep projects on track.
• Support project commissioning, turnover, and closeout activities.

What you will need to be successful:  

• 5+ years of construction project management experience, including mission critical/data center projects.
• Experience managing commercial construction projects valued at $100M+
• Strong understanding of data center construction, including MEP systems, power, cooling, and commissioning.
• Ability to manage projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Proven experience leading owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and project teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Procore, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts.
• Strong communication, organizational, budgeting, and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Experience with hyperscale, colocation, or enterprise data centers, OSHA 30, and design-build delivery methods is a plus.

At Rycon Construction, Inc. we believe outstanding employees build the foundation necessary for excellence in business. It is with this belief that we are always looking for the best qualified and most talented employees to become part of our team. Rycon offers advancement opportunities along with an excellent salary and benefits package that includes, medical, dental, vision, ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) and 401(k). Qualified candidates will be required to submit to a background screening upon acceptance of an offer.   

Rycon Construction Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Attention: All third-party agencies, headhunters and recruiters 

Rycon Construction is not accepting candidate submission by unsolicited third parties to any company email address. All unsolicited candidates will be rejected, and Rycon Construction will not be responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited candidates, nor will a contractual relationship be formed by the submission. Rycon Construction will not be obligated and will not under any circumstances pay any fees to said third party candidates in an unsolicited manner. 

Rycon Construction only forms contracts with recruiters with whom we have an established business relationship and with whom we have a signed agreement in place. All contact with Rycon Construction from third parties must be through our Human Resources department. Outside recruiters are not to contact hiring managers directly. Any contact made outside of Rycon’s Human Resources department by a third party will cancel any future business relationship between the third party and Rycon Construction.