Senior Construction Manager (Data Center Project Management Advisory)

Brailsford & Dunlavey • austin, tx, United States • 1d ago

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Brailsford & Dunlavey (B&D), now part of Project Management Advisors (PMA), is seeking a Senior Construction Manager to support our Data Center projects in West Texas.

This is an on-site role in West Texas.

The Opportunity

An opportunity for an experienced construction management professional who thrives in complex, fast‑paced environments, enjoys leading multidisciplinary teams, and is motivated to deliver mission‑critical facilities that support the future of technology and digital infrastructure.

At Brailsford & Dunlavey (B&D), we lead the planning, development, and management of the places that shape and strengthen communities—where people live, learn, work, and innovate. B&D partners with institutions, municipalities, and organizations to deliver complex real estate and capital projects through strategic advisory and program management services across the full project lifecycle.

B&D recently joined forces with Project Management Advisors (PMA), bringing together two nationally recognized leaders in program management and real estate advisory services. Together, the combined firm offers expanded capabilities across industries and end‑to‑end project delivery—from early‑stage strategy through design, construction, and occupancy.

The Construction Manager (CM) is responsible for the direct, on‑site execution and delivery of Data Center buildings, acting as the primary field representative for the Owner’s team. Reporting to the Owner’s Representative / Project Manager (ORPM) and the owners team, the CM ensures the General Contractor (GC) achieves excellence in field productivity, schedule adherence, quality, and safety. This role is critical for driving the pace of on‑site work, resolving field‑level issues before they impact project milestones, and providing the ORPM with accurate, data‑driven updates on construction progress. The CM will focus on the tactical, day‑to‑day management of mass grading, core & shell, and the high‑volume fit‑out of mission‑critical infrastructure required for AI campuses.

How You’ll Contribute

Be the primary on‑site leader for the Owner, driving a culture of accountability, proactivity, and relentless focus on project goals directly with the GC and trade partners.
Bring deep construction expertise to the field, ensuring that work is installed correctly the first time, in accordance with the design, and meets the highest standards of quality
Focus on tracking field productivity to provide an objective measure of progress and to identify performance deviations early
Daily site walk to anticipate and resolve conflicts, logistical bottlenecks, and construction challenges at the field level before they escape into schedule delays or cost impacts
Champion a world‑class safety culture on site through daily safety walks, active participation in the GC’s safety program, and ensuring behavioral‑based safety is a priority for every worker in the field
Monitor and verify construction progress against the GC's P6 schedule on a daily basis, walking the site to ensure activities are starting and finishing as planned
Manage weekly work‑plan reviews with the GC to scrutinize the 3‑week look‑ahead schedule, identifying constraints and ensuring all necessary resources (labor, material, equipment) are aligned for success
When field progress deviates from the schedule, work directly with the GC to develop and implement recovery and acceleration plans, monitoring their effectiveness and reporting results to the ORPM
Conduct daily site inspections to ensure the quality of work meets or exceeds contract specifications and drawings. Document and track the resolution of all non‑conforming work
Coordinate with and monitor the activities of the third‑party testing agency, ensuring all required material tests (soils, concrete, etc.) are performed correctly and results are communicated promptly
Provide a concise daily report to the ORPM summarizing key work activities completed, major issues encountered, safety incidents, and labor counts
Submit a weekly report to the ORPM
Attend all major project meetings (OAC, design coordination, etc.) prepared to provide clear, factual updates on field status and to support the ORPM
Act as the on‑site coordinator to ensure the GC provides the necessary support (labor, access, equipment) for the Commissioning Agent (CX) to perform their work efficiently, from startup through integrated systems testing
Demonstrate skills in managing successful projects and consistently meeting/exceeding client expectations and deadline
Discretion in handling confidential information

What We’re Looking For

On‑site requirement during construction hours, typically Monday - Friday.
10+ years of construction management experience, strong preference for general contracting, construction management, commissioning, engineering or QAQC field experience.
Experience in constructing complex facilities including oil and gas facilities, nuclear and industrial projects, hospital facilities, and large complex commercial projects valued at $100M+. Experience in hyperscale data centers is preferred but not required.
Knowledgeable and experienced in electrical, mechanical, and plumbing (MEP) planning, quality, schedule and installation.
OSHA‑10 minimum, OSHA‑30 or higher preferred.
Reporting responsibilities will require computer skills - Slide decks, online documents, file management, construction management software input and interface, ability to navigate electronic plans.
Communication will require a balance of both soft skills, such as conflict resolution, and computer skills such as emails, chat and online collaboration.

What Sets You Apart

You are a proactive leader who takes ownership of project outcomes
You excel at managing complex construction environments with multiple stakeholders
You bring strong communication skills and emotional intelligence to client and team interactions
You are highly organized and detail‑oriented when managing schedules, budgets, and project documentation
You approach challenges with curiosity and a solutions‑oriented mindset
You are comfortable operating in technical, fast‑moving project environments
You demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and sound judgment in all interactions
You are passionate about delivering mission‑critical facilities that support innovation and technology
You enjoy mentoring others and contributing to a collaborative team culture

The company benefits listed above are a summary of the benefits. Specific details, availability, and eligibility requirements apply in accordance with company policies.

Brailsford & Dunlavey Inc. is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Brailsford & Dunlavey, Inc. participates in E-Verify.

Each person who joins the B&D team has demonstrated excellence in his or her field.

We recruit project managers, construction managers, planners, architects, economists, finance specialists, management consultants, and other experts. The merging of these diverse skill sets and backgrounds helps us meet—and often exceed—our firm’s goals. We are committed to every employee’s rapid professional development and provide many opportunities for everyone to stretch their intellectual capacities.

“I appreciate B&D’s commitment to inclusivity. As a woman in the real estate development space, all too often, I’m the only minority or woman in the room. It feels great to know that I have the B&D family behind me to make me feel appreciated.”

B&D Employee

OUR COMMITMENT

B&D’s benefits are second to none in any industry.

We believe that a comprehensive benefits package is critical to supporting our employees’ personal and family needs, and demonstrates our true commitment to work‑life balance.

Whether you are looking for a company that shares the burden of health care costs, permits occasional working‑from‑home flexibility, or invests heavily into each employee’s 401(k), B&D delivers a complete package.

B&D provides a complete package to our full‑time employees.

100% company‑paid medical, prescription, and dental insurance premiums for employees and their children
Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care expenses
Company‑paid contributions to 401(k) retirement accounts
Flextime and telecommuting
Parental leave
Voluntary vision insurance
Company‑paid disability and life insurance
Vacation, sick, and holiday pay
Adoption assistance program
Reimbursement for professional memberships/certifications
Learning & Development department dedicated to providing in‑house training
Employee assistance program
Corporate fitness center access at most locations
Cell phone reimbursement
Wellness Committee and wellness‑based programming

Our collaborative approach relies on passionate and ambitious individuals.

Each B&D employee embodies these attributes:

Willing to take intellectual, emotional, & financial risks
Committed to excellence for excellence’s sake
Predisposed to initiate deliberate, disciplined action
Intellectually curious
Of high personal integrity
Ambitious for the firm
Engaging
Able to endure to achieve excellence

INCLUSION

We are invested in providing an inclusive environment where everyone has a voice.

Throughout B&D’s history, firm leaders have shown a commitment to creating positive, inclusive, and diverse environments for both our client communities as well as the firm. Inclusion is an essential part of our purpose.

In addition to making concerted efforts to hire and retain a diverse group of employees, we have an active Inclusion Committee that is dedicated to ensuring we all feel connected and included at B&D. As a firm, we are examining our biases together, which makes us all better and allows us to make smarter decisions for our clients. Working for B&D means making inclusion a top priority in your day‑to‑day words and actions.

FOSTERING DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

Employee Resource Group (ERG)

At B&D, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture. This is why we are proud to have an Employee Resource Group, which was formed organically through the efforts of many individuals passionate about equity in the workplace.

In the true spirit of inclusion, this group is open to all employees. The ERG meets regularly to discuss issues, host events, provide peer support and advise HR and senior leadership on matters related to the workplace and the broader community. Our ERG helps expand representation to include new perspectives at all levels of the organization. Interest groups represented within our ERG include, but are not limited to, LGBTQ+ employees, black employees, women employees, employees who are parents, health and wellness initiatives, and more.