Senior Project Manager - Data Center

Potelco, Inc., a subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), was founded in 1965. We specialize in engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services, which include designing, estimating, material acquisition, project management, construction, emergency power restoration, system maintenance, and similar services. Our expertise is in power, transmission, distribution, and substation projects. We are a leading full-service provider of power infrastructure, construction, and support services in utility and energy contracting throughout the Pacific Northwest and neighboring states.

We are proud to be working with some of the region’s largest energy companies as we continue to modernize their electric systems, move towards de-carbonization, and maintain thousands of miles of overhead and underground lines serving millions of residential and commercial customers. We uphold high safety, productivity, and reliability standards as we work with our customers to provide both current and strategic, forward-thinking energy infrastructure, delivery, and solutions.

If you enjoy working with a great group of professionals, are accurate, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy using your construction and organizational skills, then we have a role for you. Potelco, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Manager to support large-scale data center construction projects across the U.S.

The Senior Project Manager leads complex electrical and mission-critical data center projects from initial qualification through project closeout. This position is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating all aspects of project delivery, including estimating support, pre-construction, scheduling, budgeting, subcontractor management, quality, safety, and customer relations. If the following interests you, we encourage you to apply.

Project Leadership

• Manage and lead data center construction projects from qualification through pre-construction, mobilization, execution, commissioning, and closeout.
• Develop comprehensive project execution plans, schedules, and logistics strategies to meet aggressive timelines and technical requirements.
• Oversee installation of electrical, MEP, and mission-critical infrastructure to ensure strict adherence to design specifications, quality standards, and commissioning requirements.
• Lead daily coordination with Superintendents, field teams, subcontractors, and engineering partners to ensure alignment with project goals.

Budget, Schedule & Risk Management

• Develop, monitor, and manage project budgets, job costs, productivity, and financial performance.
• Review and approve invoices, prepare cost reports, and track budget variances.
• Identify risks, constraints, and potential field issues; develop and implement recovery plans as needed.
• Successfully negotiate and process change orders with clients and subcontractors.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, end-users, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain strong client relationships and ensure alignment on scope, design intent, timelines, and expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare and present progress reports, financial updates, and project status summaries to senior leadership and project partners.

Operational Excellence

• Coordinate procurement strategies, long-lead materials, vendor engagement, and subcontractor resources to support schedule priorities.
• Ensure all work complies with safety policies, OSHA requirements, and project-specific standards.
• Drive quality, sustainability, and compliance throughout project execution.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including as-built drawings, submittals, RFIs, and reports.

Team Development

• Lead and mentor a high-performance project team; support employee growth, training, and development.
• Provide clear direction to staff, administer company policies, and recommend process improvements to enhance project delivery.

• 5+ years of project management experience in construction, preferably within data centers, mission-critical facilities, electrical infrastructure, or complex MEP environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or relevant field.
• Demonstrated ability to manage large-scale projects, budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to write business correspondence and present to customers and stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including strong Excel skills.
• Willingness to travel as needed.
• Must pass mandatory drug and alcohol screening(s).
• Valid driver’s license.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.