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Senior Project Manager - Mission Critical in Sandston

Date Posted: 20 October 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

The Richmond area has quietly become one of the busiest data center corridors on the East Coast, with large campuses taking shape around White Oak Technology Park in Sandston. A well-respected general contractor is looking for a Senior Project Manager to lead mission-critical work here. If you enjoy steering big, complex projects alongside people who are easy to work with, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

  • Lead data center and mission-critical projects from early planning and preconstruction through commissioning and turnover
  • Own the project's financial health, including budgets, forecasts, buyout, change orders and schedule
  • Build trusted relationships with owners, engineers and key electrical and mechanical trade partners
  • Work with superintendents to keep safety, quality and phasing on track across multi-building campuses
  • Coach and grow project managers, assistant project managers and project engineers
  • Flag risks early and keep owners in the loop with clear, honest updates

What You Bring

  • Senior-level project management experience with a general contractor, including data center or mission-critical projects (required)
  • Strong knowledge of critical power, cooling, MEP coordination and integrated systems testing
  • A history of delivering large, technical projects on budget and on schedule
  • A steady, approachable leadership style and excellent 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 Central Virginia, and a leadership team that values what you bring.

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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