Department Manager - Data Center Construction (Low Voltage)
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Job description
A leading national specialty contractor is seeking an experienced Department Manager to oversee its scope of work on a large-scale data center campus in El Paso, TX. This is a high-visibility leadership role on a multi-year project (minimum 2 years) with significant responsibility for operational execution, financial performance, and team development. This role is ideal for a seasoned leader who can run the site like a business, build high-performing teams, and partner closely with a major data center end customer., * Lead, build, and manage an on-site department supporting a large, multi-building data center campus
- Recruit, hire, train, mentor, and manage exempt and non-exempt staff
- Own departmental performance including staffing, scheduling, workload distribution, and accountability
- Manage full P&L responsibility to achieve revenue, margin, and profitability targets
- Oversee scopes of work including (but not limited to):
- Structured cabling
- Audio-Visual systems
- Security and access control
- Life safety systems
- Estimating and/or BIM coordination
- Participate in and support proposal and bid efforts
- Ensure all work meets quality, safety, and compliance standards
- Serve as the primary liaison between the company and customer representatives
- Develop and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and scalability
- Promote company culture, safety, and operational excellence on-site
What Success Looks Like
- Building and sustaining a strong, accountable project team
- Creating a positive, high-performance culture on site
- Managing the department as a standalone business unit
- Developing trusted relationships with the customer and internal peers
- Holding PMs, peers, and leadership partners accountable while advocating for needed resources
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED (Bachelor's Degree preferred)
- 10+ years managing complex low-voltage, construction, or commercial infrastructure projects
- 7+ years in a supervisory or management role
- 5+ years experience in telecommunications, low voltage, or related construction fields
- Proven experience managing full project lifecycles: budget, schedule, staffing, and profitability
- Strong customer-facing experience as a liaison between contractor and client
- Ability to manage multiple projects and teams simultaneously
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, MS Project)
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and construction documents
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel within the region
- Ability to obtain and maintain a company-sponsored corporate card
Preferred
- Experience managing large data center or multi-building construction sites
- Familiarity with BIM environments and estimating workflows
Benefits & conditions
- New data center construction site
- On-site Monday-Thursday
- Potential for remote work on Fridays if project milestones are being met
Compensation & Benefits
- Base Salary: $120,000 - $140,000
- Bonus Potential: $15,000 - $20,000 per quarter
- Up to $80,000 annually based on revenue and profitability metrics
- Car Allowance: $750/month
- Cell Phone Allowance: $150/month
- Total Compensation Range: $210,000 - $230,000+
- Highly competitive compensation tied directly to performance and project success
Why This Role
This position offers exceptional visibility on one of the organization's largest projects. Strong performance in this role can significantly accelerate career advancement into higher executive or regional leadership positions.
Interview Process
- Group interview including regional leadership and branch management
Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of El Paso, TX. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $200000.00 - $240000.00/yr. Safety is Priority One - and our record shows it Competitive Pay Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match Company Paid Time Off Company Paid Life Insurance Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plans Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs
