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Project Manager - Data Center Construction in San Jose

Date Posted: 23 October 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

North San Jose is one of the busiest data center corridors on the West Coast, and the work isn't slowing down. A well-established general contractor is looking for a Project Manager to lead data center construction projects across the South Bay. If you like fast-moving, technical projects and a team that has your back, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

  • Lead data center projects from early planning and buyout all the way through commissioning and closeout
  • Manage budgets, forecasts, schedules and change orders with a steady hand
  • Keep owners, design teams and electrical and mechanical partners aligned and moving forward
  • Stay on top of long-lead gear like switchgear, UPS systems, generators and chillers
  • Partner with superintendents on safety, quality and phased turnovers
  • Help assistant project managers and project engineers grow their skills

What You Bring

  • Project management experience with a general contractor, including data center or mission-critical projects (required)
  • Working knowledge of critical power, cooling and complex MEP coordination
  • Strong habits around scheduling, cost control and documentation
  • Clear, friendly communication with owners, designers and field teams
  • A degree in construction management, engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience

What We Offer

Salary range of $125,000-$170,000, plus bonus and benefits, a deep backlog of mission-critical work in the Bay Area, and a team that cares about your long-term growth.

Let's Talk

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

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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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