Principal BTM Construction Manager
$150,000–$200,000 year
Hybrid · Reno, Nevada, United States or Austin, Texas, United States
Job Summary
The Principal BTM Construction Manager is accountable for the delivery of behind-the-meter power solutions for large-scale data center campuses, ensuring safe, on-time, and on-budget construction. Responsibilities include leading end-to-end construction execution, overseeing site preparation and coordination with EPCs and contractors. The role requires a strong background in managing construction for large distributed generation projects, with a focus on civil, mechanical, and electrical scopes. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and over 10 years of relevant experience, demonstrating leadership in owner’s construction management.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related technical discipline; or equivalent field experience delivering large power/industrial projects.
- 10+ years of experience in power generation, BESS, or mission-critical energy infrastructure construction, with increasing responsibility.
- Proven track record as an owner’s construction manager, EPC project manager, project executive, or senior site manager delivering projects >50 MW with MV (15–35 kV+) electrical systems and utility interconnections.
- Demonstrated experience managing EPCs and subcontractors across civil, mechanical, and electrical scopes.
- Strong command of construction scheduling, progress tracking, and recovery planning (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar tools).
- Hands-on experience with RFIs, change orders, and field-driven design coordination to keep projects on-time and on-budget.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience delivering behind-the-meter or distributed power specifically for data centers or other always-on loads.
- Background with companies such as distributed power providers, rental power fleets, IPPs, or mission‐critical EPCs.
- Experience integrating engines + BESS or other hybrid power configurations.
- Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, CM-Lean, or equivalent) are a plus but not required.
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