Senior Manager, Preconstruction (Data Center)

TL;DR

Senior Manager, Preconstruction (Data Center): Leading a team of managers and analysts to oversee integrated Capex development cost proformas and constructability analysis for hyperscale data center projects with an accent on technical excellence and process standardization. Focus on driving cost, schedule, and risk management strategies across North American developments to ensure optimal capital deployment.

Location: Must be based in the US

Salary: $140,000 - $230,000 USD

Company

Nscale is a growing infrastructure company focused on hyperscale and mission-critical data center projects across North America.

What you will do

• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of Preconstruction Managers and Analysts.
• Oversee delivery of site-specific CapEx proformas, conceptual estimates, and GC RFP reviews.
• Lead Prime Contractor Budget Reviews from conceptual phase through IGMP.
• Ensure thorough review of proposals for scope completeness, cost competitiveness, and schedule integrity.
• Drive standardization of preconstruction procedures, documentation, and estimating workflows.
• Partner with cross-functional teams including Design, Engineering, Construction, and Finance.

Requirements

• Must be based in the US
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a relevant discipline.
• 10+ years of related preconstruction or construction management experience.
• Proven experience managing teams of preconstruction managers or senior estimators.
• Demonstrated expertise in CapEx proformas, conceptual estimating, and cash flow modeling.
• Strong understanding of construction documents, drawings, specifications, and contracts.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% based on business needs.

Nice to have

• Data center or mission-critical facility experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive base salary with eligibility for bonus, equity, and/or commission programs.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible paid time off and parental leave.
• Retirement plan participation.