Principal Construction Manager - Data Center Programs

About the role

Bitdeer, a technology company for AI and Bitcoin mining infrastructure, is seeking a Principal Construction Manager in Wenatchee, WA to lead its large-scale AI data center programs. You will be the senior construction authority for your assigned programs, accountable for safety, schedule, quality and cost across one or more sites and phases, from preconstruction and mobilization through energization, commissioning and turnover.

Key responsibilities

• Act as the senior construction lead and single point of accountability for assigned data center programs
• Set the delivery approach, phasing and contracting strategy with leadership, design and procurement
• Guide and mentor site construction leads, superintendents and discipline leads, and brief executive leadership on program status, risks and decisions
• Own the integrated master schedule, budget, forecasts, cost-to-complete and contingency, and negotiate contractor scopes, change orders and claims
• Coordinate procurement and delivery of long-lead equipment such as transformers, switchgear, generators and cooling systems
• Set safety expectations with the EHS Manager, quality standards and inspection plans with the QA/QC Manager, and maintain risk registers
• Resolve complex RFIs and design conflicts, integrate civil, structural, electrical/HV, mechanical, fiber and ELV scopes, and lead utility, permit and commissioning coordination
• Develop construction standards, processes and playbooks, run constructability reviews and capture lessons learned

Required profile

• 15+ years in construction management, including 8+ years leading data center or mission-critical construction
• Multiple large-scale, fast-track data center projects, including multi-phase campus or multi-site programs with budgets of $100M+
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience; Master's degree or MBA preferred
• Professional certifications such as PMP, CCM or OSHA 30-Hour
• Willingness to travel regularly across active project sites and be on site during critical phases

Required skills

• Deep knowledge of civil, structural, HV/MV electrical, mechanical and commissioning on data center projects
• Experience managing GMP, lump-sum and cost-plus contracts, change orders and claims
• Ability to lead and develop construction managers and superintendents, and to direct general contractors and trade partners

What we offer

• A culture that values authenticity and diverse perspectives, in an inclusive, respectful environment
• Opportunities to network with industry pioneers and to contribute directly to the digital asset and AI computing industry
• Personal accountability, autonomy, rapid growth and learning opportunities
• Training and mentoring