Senior Project Manager – Structural Steel (Data Center / Mission Critical)
A rapidly growing structural steel fabricator and erector is seeking a high-performing Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale data center and mission-critical projects. This role is built for a results-driven leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and understands the urgency, complexity, and precision required for hyperscale builds.
As a Senior Project Manager, you will take ownership of major structural steel projects from award through closeout, driving schedule, cost, and execution across detailing, fabrication, and field erection. This role requires the ability to manage 7,000+ ton projects, maintain aggressive schedules, and travel as needed to ensure successful delivery.
Lead structural steel projects from award through closeout with full P&L accountability
Drive aggressive schedules and ensure on-time delivery for mission-critical builds
Manage submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, and change orders
Oversee procurement, fabrication schedules, and supply chain coordination
Direct erection sequencing, field logistics, and jobsite execution
Travel to project sites to support field teams and maintain schedule performance
Lead coordination meetings with GCs, owners, and trade partners
Monitor costs, labor productivity, and overall project profitability
Ensure alignment between detailing, fabrication, and field operations
5+ years of structural steel project management experience
Proven success delivering large-scale projects (7,000+ tons)
Data center / mission-critical experience strongly preferred
Ability to perform in fast-track, high-pressure environments
Willingness and ability to travel regularly
Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, and standard PM tools
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Working knowledge of AISC standards and Code of Standard Practice
Strong understanding of fabrication workflows and connection coordination
Ability to interpret complex structural drawings and specifications
Familiarity with bolting/welding requirements and QA/QC standards
Ability to drive coordination across detailing, shop, and field operations
Base salary: $120,000 – $155,000 (DOE)
Performance-based bonus tied to project success
Full benefits package (health, dental, vision, PTO, 401k)
Travel support and per diem
If you have experience delivering large-scale steel packages for data centers and can operate at a high level in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, we want to hear from you.
Send your resume to: justin.knitt@gogpac.com
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
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