Decima International · 5 months ago
Construction Utilities Manager (On-site) - Atlanta, Georgia
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expDecima International is a professional services company providing project management and controls services to clients in the United States and the Middle East. They are seeking a knowledgeable and results-driven Construction Utilities Manager to oversee utility infrastructure for hyperscale data center projects, ensuring timely coordination and execution of utility scopes.
Civil EngineeringConstructionProfessional ServicesProject Management
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead utility planning and coordination efforts with local agencies, utility providers, and design teams to ensure infrastructure capacity aligns with data center needs
Oversee the utility permitting process, facilitating timely approvals from authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs)
Manage design reviews of civil and utility infrastructure to ensure technical accuracy and alignment with project and operational requirements
Coordinate construction activities related to trenching, duct bank installation, vault placement, and utility commissioning in accordance with redundancy standards (e.g., N+1, 2N)
Supervise and manage utility subcontractors, ensuring adherence to schedule, safety, budget, and quality expectations
Interface with internal stakeholders, including MEP leads, commissioning agents, and owners’ representatives, to align utility deliverables with overall project milestones
Oversee the setup and transition of temporary utilities (Power/Water) to permanent systems, ensuring seamless handover and system integrity
Maintain detailed and organized records of utility layouts, agreements, inspections, and as-builts for final turnover documentation
Identify and evaluate risks related to utility delays or outages; develop and implement mitigation strategies to avoid impacts to construction and commissioning
Perform other utility-related duties as required and assigned by project leadership
Qualification
Required
10+ years of progressive utility coordination and construction experience, including at least 3 years on mission-critical or data center projects
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience
Deep understanding of utility infrastructure systems (electrical, water, sewer, gas, telecom) and data center-specific redundancy and reliability standards
Proven success in working with utility companies, public agencies, permitting authorities, engineers, and contractors
Strong ability to interpret and coordinate civil, utility, and MEP drawings and specifications
Familiarity with Design-Build, Integrated Project Delivery (IPD), and other delivery methodologies, as well as data center design standards and infrastructure requirements
Proficient in construction management platforms such as Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, Primavera P6, and Microsoft Office Suite
OSHA 30 certification with strong working knowledge of trenching, excavation, and electrical safety requirements
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with both technical and executive stakeholders
Preferred
Prior experience delivering utility scopes for hyperscale data centers or similarly complex projects
Professional engineering license (PE), PMP, or other relevant certifications
Experience using Primavera P6 for schedule integration and utility milestone tracking
Familiarity with sustainable infrastructure practices and energy efficiency considerations in utility design and execution
Benefits
Medical Insurance (including dental and vision coverage)
Life insurance
Paid Time Off
Company
Decima International
Decima International offers construction project management and controls services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Alaaeldin El Hadary
Co-Founder & CEO
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