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Project Manager - Data Center Construction in Sparks

Date Posted: 24 October 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

East of Reno, the industrial park around McCarran has turned into one of the biggest hyperscale data center hubs in the country, and the work keeps coming. A well-regarded general contractor is hiring a Project Manager to lead data center construction there. If you enjoy big, technical campuses, a team that has your back and the satisfaction of a clean turnover, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Lead data center projects from preconstruction and buyout through commissioning and closeout

• Manage budgets, schedules, cost reports, change orders and owner billing

• Build easy, trusting relationships with owners, design teams and trade partners

• Track procurement of long-lead gear like switchgear, generators, UPS systems and chillers

• Partner with superintendents on safety, quality, sequencing and integrated systems testing

• Coach project engineers and assistant project managers as they grow

What You Bring

• Project management experience with a general contractor, including data center or mission-critical construction (required)

• Solid understanding of electrical and mechanical systems, MEP coordination and commissioning

• A steady, organized approach to cost and schedule control

• Friendly, clear communication with owners, engineers and field teams

• A degree in construction management, engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience

What We Offer

Competitive salary, bonus and benefits, long-term mission-critical work in the Reno-Tahoe area, and a supportive team that invests in your career.

Let's Talk

Advance your career in construction. Apply today and send your resume to Jenn LaQua, your construction recruiter at GPAC.

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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