Construction Manager at Meta in New Albany, Ohio

Job Description:

Meta is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to join our Data Center Engineering & Construction Team. Our data centers are the foundation upon which our rapidly scaling infrastructure efficiently operates and upon which our innovative services are delivered. Building and operating data centers the "right" way is synonymous with ensuring high uptime, capacity availability and capital conservation. The data center engineering team thinks from chip to chiller (or electrical substation), determining configurations and ensuring maximum efficiency of our compute infrastructure.

Construction Manager Responsibilities:

• Manage the construction, commissioning, and turnover of a Data Center within a campus program


• Manage the budget associated with the project


• Manage the cost change process and negotiate best pricing


• Manage the schedule and associated risks to ensure reliable and predictable turnover dates


• Manage warranty and tenant improvement work in the live environment when/as necessary


• Communicate upward regarding the status and risks of the project


• Negotiate vendor and contractor contracts and purchase orders as needed


• Mitigate risk for the project through pre-planning, innovative planning, and partnership


• Develop cost savings solutions and identify project savings/underruns early


• Partner with the General Contractor and other Vendors to build a culture of collaboration


• Partner with Internal Cross Functional Partners to build a culture of collaboration


• Coordinate needs and asks with the Procurement/Sourcing group(s) to support the needs of the Project


• Support the pre-construction efforts for upcoming projects


• Promote prefabrication strategies


• Support the development of Capital Project Budgets and Constructions ROMs


• Support the Campus Construction Manager with the campus-wide book of work including contractor, designer, and vendor management


• Support the on-site inspection process to ensure a zero punch-list and an expeditious turnover to FacOps


• Support the Regional Construction Operations Manager in the management of the regional book of work including contractor, designer, and vendor management


• Support the local DC Ops team and other cross-functional departments as needed


• Promote and model an attitude of continuous improvement, partnership, and teamwork in behaviors and communications


• Support and lead an industry leading safety culture and program


• Promote and model an attitude of openness to giving, seeking, and receiving 360-degree feedback


• 10% travel to headquarters


• Respond on an as-needed basis to emergencies

Minimum Qualifications:

• 7+ years of work experience in construction management


• General knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems


• Knowledge of industry standards, building codes and safety standards including fire protection regulations


• Knowledge of capital budget management


• Negotiation skills and experience providing solutions to problems


• Familiar with P6


• Proficient working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint


• Proficient working knowledge of Bluebeam

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or equivalent degree


• Procore software experience


• BIM 360 software experience


• MS Visio and SharePoint experience


• LEAN Construction knowledge and application of those tools


• Building Environment Accreditations (i.e. LEED, SITES, TRUE, WELL)


• Mission Critical, infrastructure, and/or Data Center Construction Experience


• Multi-Project experience in large scale construction management, mission critical or infrastructure preferred

About Meta:

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today-beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.



Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.


$122,000/year to $169,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits


Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta. Apply Now