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Project Manager - Data Center Construction in Chicago

Date Posted: 04 November 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

A general contractor in the Chicago area is hiring a Project Manager for data center and mission critical construction.

Pay range: $130,000 - $175,000 per year

What You'll Do

  • Manage data center projects, including ground-up builds and fit-outs
  • Coordinate heavy electrical and mechanical scopes, long-lead equipment and commissioning
  • Own budgets, schedules, procurement and owner reporting
  • Lead project engineers and subcontractor teams

What You Bring

  • 5+ years of project management experience with a general contractor
  • Data center, mission critical or other MEP-intensive project experience (strong industrial or healthcare backgrounds also considered)
  • Strong cost control, procurement and scheduling skills
  • Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field preferred

What We Offer

  • Competitive base salary plus performance bonus
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • A stable pipeline of work and a clear path for growth

Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. No sponsorship is available.

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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