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Project Manager - Data Center Construction in Douglasville

Date Posted: 18 October 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

West Atlanta has become one of the busiest data center corridors in the Southeast, and the campuses keep getting bigger. A respected general contractor is looking for a Project Manager to lead mission-critical builds around Douglasville and the greater Atlanta area. If you like big, fast-moving projects and a team that has your back, this one is worth a look.

What You'll Do

  • Lead data center projects from preconstruction and buyout all the way through commissioning and turnover
  • Own the budget, cost forecasts, change orders and schedule, and keep everyone on the same page
  • Partner with owners, design teams and electrical and mechanical trade partners to solve problems early
  • Work side by side with superintendents to keep sites safe, productive and on schedule
  • Coach and develop assistant project managers and project engineers
  • Keep owners informed with clear, honest progress updates

What You Bring

  • Project management experience with a general contractor, including data center or mission-critical work (required)
  • Hands-on knowledge of heavy MEP, critical power, cooling systems and phased turnovers
  • Strong scheduling, cost control and subcontractor management skills
  • An approachable, team-first style and great communication skills
  • A degree in construction management, engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience

What We Offer

Competitive salary, bonus and benefits, a long runway of mission-critical work in the Atlanta market, and a team that invests in your growth.

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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