Description
Construction Manager (Contract)
Please note that this is a contract role providing services to Microsoft through external staffing partners of Allegis Global Solutions. If you are selected for this role, you will be employed by AGS and will not be an employee of Microsoft.
Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated quality leader to oversee all quality assurance and quality control activities across a large-scale, hyperscale data center construction program in Phoenix, Arizona. This is a full-time, field-based role responsible for driving defect prevention, inspection compliance, documentation integrity, and turnover readiness across civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, and telecom scopes. The ideal candidate will serve as the primary quality authority on site, partnering with construction managers, project engineers, commissioning teams, trade partners, and operations personnel to ensure every system is installed correctly, documented thoroughly, and delivered reliably. This role demands a proactive, detail-oriented professional who can identify quality risks before they become commissioning or turnover problems and drive contractors to resolution without compromising schedule commitments.
Job Responsibilities:
Develop, implement, and continuously improve project quality plans and inspection programs across all construction scopes
Conduct daily site walks with contractors, field engineers, and construction managers to verify compliance with drawings, specifications, approved submittals, and manufacturer requirements
Perform field inspections across civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, and telecom disciplines to identify and resolve quality issues proactively
Lead quality audits, identify recurring deficiency trends, and implement corrective and preventive actions
Initiate, track, and drive closure of Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) within established cycle time targets
Review and validate inspection reports, test reports, torque logs, commissioning records, redlines, and as-built documentation for accuracy and completeness
Ensure all quality documentation is uploaded to required project management systems and satisfies contract requirements
Maintain quality dashboards, KPIs, punch list tracking logs, and project metrics to provide leadership with clear visibility into quality performance
Partner with commissioning and operations teams to ensure systems are ready for pre-functional, functional, and integrated systems testing
Drive punch list closure and turnover readiness assessments to support operational acceptance milestones
Lead quality-focused coordination meetings with construction managers, project engineers, general contractors, commissioning managers, design teams, and operations personnel
Escalate quality issues that pose risks to safety, schedule, reliability, or turnover milestones with appropriate urgency and documentation
Conduct root-cause investigations on quality failures and develop mitigation plans to prevent recurrence
Evaluate vendor and contractor quality performance and provide assessments to project leadership
Support operations acceptance reviews and readiness assessments through the full project lifecycle
Additional Details:
Location: Phoenix, AZ (Onsite)
Duration: 12 months
Pay Range*: $58.50 - $66.50 per hour
Weekly Schedule: 40 hours
Job Status: Non-Exempt
Application Deadline: Apply within 72 hours of the posting date to ensure consideration.
This role is eligible for the following benefits:
Medical, dental & vision
Hospital plans
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Company paid Basic Life and AD&D as well as voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Company paid short and long-term disability
Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave(PTO, Allegis Group Paid Family Leave, Parental Leave
Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.
AGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, employment is contingent upon verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. All persons hired will be required to complete Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation as required by law.
Please note that we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. These tools may analyze application materials and assist our team in identifying candidates whose qualifications best match the requirements of the role. If you have questions about our use of AI in the hiring process, or would like more information, please contact us.
*We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to protected classifications.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Requirements
10+ years of construction experience in quality assurance, quality control, commissioning, field engineering, or construction management roles
Minimum 5 years of direct QA/QC program management experience on data center, mission-critical, industrial, semiconductor, or pharmaceutical construction projects
Minimum 5 years of experience overseeing commissioning, turnover readiness, closeout documentation, test reports, and operational acceptance processes
Minimum 7 years of experience overseeing installation, testing, and quality verification of complex MEP, controls, and telecommunications systems
OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification preferred
Commissioning certification (CxA, BCxP, or equivalent) is a plus
Quality management certification (CQM, CQE, or equivalent) is advantageous
Class 2 Safety Helmet, Class 2 or higher reflective vest and jacket, ANSI Z87.1 safety glasses or visor, cut and impact resistant gloves, and composite toe leather work boots extending a minimum of 4 inches above the ankle are required for site access
Demonstrated experience managing NCRs, quality audits, corrective actions, and inspection programs on large-scale construction programs
Prior experience supporting hyperscale data center programs for clients such as Microsoft, AWS, Meta, Google, or Oracle is strongly preferred
Experience working in field-based construction environments requiring use of personal protective equipment and adherence to site safety standards
