Remote Project Manager – Data Center (Owner’s Representative) 100% Remote | Travel as Needed
Overview Step into a high-impact role where you’ll help drive mission-critical data center programs for a leading client. As a Project Manager and Owner’s Representative , you’ll act as a trusted extension of the owner’s team—guiding projects from design through construction and into operations.
This is a fully remote position offering flexibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to work on complex, large-scale infrastructure initiatives.
What You’ll Do • Serve as a strategic partner and owner’s representative , aligning project execution with business goals
• Manage multiple data center programs simultaneously , ensuring delivery on quality, cost, and schedule
• Drive best practices and continuous improvements across design, construction, and operational transition
• Oversee construction progress , proactively resolving issues and maintaining momentum
• Own project controls including scheduling (Primavera P6), cost tracking, and reporting
• Manage and track RFIs, submittals, and change orders , ensuring clear communication across stakeholders
• Collaborate closely with owners, internal teams, and external partners to drive successful outcomes
• Support the transition from construction to live operations , ensuring readiness and continuity
What You Bring • 2+ years of experience supporting data center projects
• Proven experience working as an owner’s representative or directly supporting owner-side teams
• Strong knowledge of construction management processes
• Hands-on experience with Primavera P6 for scheduling and project controls
• Demonstrated ability to manage RFIs, change orders, and submittals
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to thrive in a remote, fast-paced, multi-project environment
Bonus Qualifications • Experience supporting commissioning and operational handoff for data centers
• Background in driving process improvements or innovation in project delivery
• Experience collaborating with centralized or remote program teams
• Strong ability to adapt and problem-solve in evolving project environments
Why You’ll Love This Role • 100% remote flexibility with impactful, real-world site involvement
• Work on cutting-edge data center projects
• Strong potential for long-term career growth
• Competitive medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits
• Join a collaborative, high-performing project environment
Work Environment You’ll operate in a fully remote setting , collaborating with distributed teams and stakeholders using modern project management tools. Occasional travel (approximately once per month, project-dependent) will give you on-site exposure and engagement when needed.
Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hanover, MD.
Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $115000.00 - $130000.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 27, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company 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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$115000-$130000 per hour Employment Type: CONTRACTOR