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Owner's Representative - Sabey Data Center Properties LLC

Umatilla, OR

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$83K/yr - $124K/yr

5+ years exp

Another Source’s client, Sabey Data Centers, is a premier multi-tenant data center provider seeking an Owner’s Representative to lead the delivery of capital projects. This role involves overseeing project management for the design, construction, and commissioning of critical support systems, ensuring alignment with operational goals and customer requirements.

ConsultingHuman ResourcesStaffing Agency

Hiring Manager

Jessica Kingery, MBA

Responsibilities

Demonstrate effective time management skills including planning, priority setting, and multi-tasking across multiple concurrent projects and campuses

Serve as Sabey’s primary point of accountability for assigned projects from concept through turnover

Oversee scope, schedule, and budget, ensuring adherence to approved project objectives and early identification of risk, issues, and required mitigations

Provide technical oversight and guidance throughout design, construction, commissioning, and turnover, with emphasis on mission-critical MEP systems and maintainability

Collaborate with the Director of Data Center Design and design consultants to ensure alignment with Sabey design standards, product evolution goals, and lessons-learned feedback loops

Review, recommend, and assist in the implementation of additions, modifications, and improvements to critical support systems, prioritizing safety, reliability, efficiency, and total cost of ownership

Coordinate with Sabey Construction to ensure consistent execution, adherence to project governance standards, and proper administration of contracts, change management, and documentation control

Maintain accurate reporting of progress and key performance metrics

Review change orders for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with contracts and project objectives

Assist in developing Owners Project Requirements documents for new construction, additions, and retrofit projects, ensuring alignment with customer requirements, leasing commitments, and long-term operational strategy

Oversee and support the commissioning process from planning through turnover, including commissioning plans, integrated systems testing, punch lists, and closeout documentation

Evaluate new technologies and propose system enhancements that optimize performance, efficiency, and sustainability

Collaborate with customers and Leasing to assess technical requirements and ensure effective responses to RFPs and RFIs

Develop innovative solutions to complex problems, balancing technical depth with project delivery accountability and stakeholder communication

Leverage AI tools (e.g., GPTs, automation platforms) to streamline routine tasks such as summarizing documents, drafting correspondence, generating meeting notes, and maintaining engagement trackers

Qualification

Data Center DesignMEP Systems OversightPMP CertificationProject ManagementConstruction Management SoftwareRisk MitigationBuilding Plans InterpretationTechnical CommunicationAI Tools UtilizationStakeholder CommunicationTime ManagementProblem Solving

Required

Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated project management experience within the data center, mission-critical, or large-scale commercial/industrial construction sectors

Proven ability to manage complex, multi-phase projects involving design, construction, and commissioning of electrical and mechanical systems

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously without compromising safety, quality, budget, or schedule

Advanced knowledge of the English language with excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong understanding of project lifecycle management, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, risk mitigation, and change management

Advanced engineering and mathematical reasoning skills, with strong technical understanding of data center electrical and mechanical infrastructure (e.g., UPS, switchgear, generators, chillers, CRAHs, liquid cooling)

Proficiency in project management and construction management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Procore, Excel) and standard office applications

Ability to read and interpret building plans, specifications, contracts, and technical submittals

Working knowledge of construction techniques, documentation control practices, and safety/environmental standards

Effective at balancing technical depth with project delivery accountability, executive-level reporting, and cross-functional stakeholder communication

Demonstrated judgment, accountability, and results orientation consistent with Sabey's core values — long-term relationships, insightful stewardship, and pioneering innovation

Aptitude and willingness to learn and utilize AI tools and technology

Preferred

Experience managing general contractors or working within an owner/developer structure

Familiarity with Tier III+ data center design standards and redundancy configurations

PMP certification or equivalent project management credential strongly preferred

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits: Sabey covers 100% of employee-only premiums for the base high-deductible medical and PPO dental plans, contributes up to $2,000 annually to an HSA, and provides onsite gym access and free parking at most locations.

Time to Recharge: Employees receive up to 5 weeks of PTO based on tenure, plus 10 paid holidays and the flexibility to carry over unused PTO into the new year.

Financial Wellness: Sabey offers a competitive, matched 401(K) retirement plan to support long-term financial security.

Growth & Development: Employees have access to professional and personal development programs, including: Thought Patterns for High Performance: A mindset training program focused on optimizing productivity, resilience, and goal achievement.

Everything DiSC: A workplace communication and personality assessment that helps employees improve teamwork, collaboration, and leadership effectiveness.

Built to Last: A development framework centered on creating sustainable success, fostering innovation, and reinforcing a strong organizational culture.