Senior Project Manager, Pre-Construction

Crusoe is on a mission to accelerate the abundance of energy and intelligence . As the only vertically integrated AI infrastructure company built from the ground up, we own and operate each layer of the stack — from electrons to tokens — to power the world's most ambitious AI workloads. When you join Crusoe, you join a team that is building the future, faster.

We're in the midst of the greatest industrial revolution of our time. The demand for AI compute is boundless, and power is a bottleneck. We're solving that — with an energy-first approach that makes AI infrastructure better for the world and faster for the people innovating with AI.

We're looking for problem-solving, opportunity-finding teammates with a sense of urgency, who believe in the scale of our ambition and thrive on a path not fully paved — people who want to grow their careers alongside a team of experts across energy, manufacturing, data center construction, and cloud services.

If you want to do the most meaningful work of your career, help our customers and partners advance their AI strategies, and be part of a high-performing team that believes in each other, come build with us at Crusoe.

About This Role: As a Pre-Construction Senior Project Manager , you are the strategic architect behind Crusoe’s physical expansion. You will own the high-stakes transition from conceptual vision to shovel-ready reality for our hyperscale data center projects. Your role is mission-critical: you ensure that every project is meticulously planned, accurately budgeted, and rigorously scheduled long before the first stone is turned. By navigating the complexities of site feasibility, vendor negotiations, and design coordination, you set the foundation for the world’s most advanced AI-first cloud infrastructure.

This leadership position requires a rare blend of analytical depth and collaborative influence. You will drive the initial phases of our most ambitious builds, serving as a pivotal leader who can anticipate risks, optimize costs, and align diverse stakeholders. We are seeking a veteran of large-scale construction who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about building the infrastructure that will power the next generation of AI. This is a full-time position.

What You’ll Be Working On

• End-to-End Pre-Construction Leadership: Direct the entire pre-construction lifecycle, managing project flow from conceptual design through the commencement of onsite construction.
• Strategic Planning & Budgeting: Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules, multi-million dollar budgets, and detailed risk assessments to ensure project viability and success.
• Design & Trade Coordination: Lead collaboration between architects, engineers, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure all designs are optimized for efficiency, cost, and constructability.
• Site Evaluation & Feasibility: Conduct thorough site investigations and feasibility studies to validate infrastructure readiness and environmental compatibility.
• Procurement & Bidding Oversight: Lead the preparation of complex bid packages, manage the competitive bidding process, and perform deep-dive analysis of contractor proposals.
• Contract Negotiation: Negotiate high-value contracts and manage long-term vendor relationships to ensure Crusoe receives maximum value and quality.
• Regulatory & Permitting Management: Navigate the permitting process end-to-end, securing all necessary approvals and ensuring 100% compliance with building codes and environmental standards.
• Strategic Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify potential project bottlenecks or scope gaps, implementing mitigation strategies to keep project timelines and budgets on track.
• Construction Handoff: Partner closely with the onsite construction team to ensure a seamless transition of knowledge, documentation, and strategy from the planning phase to execution.

What You’ll Bring to the Team

• Hyperscale Expertise: Minimum of 7 years of dedicated pre-construction management experience, with a proven track record of success in large-scale, complex projects (ideally within the data center or heavy industrial sector).
• Construction Strategy Mastery: Deep technical understanding of construction processes, materials, methods, and the nuances of the mission-critical build lifecycle.
• Advanced Project Management: Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple high-priority workstreams simultaneously without losing focus on detail.
• Negotiation & Influence: Strong communication and negotiation skills, capable of building trust and driving results with C-suite executives, local officials, and technical trades.
• Analytical Precision: A highly analytical mindset focused on accuracy in budgeting, forecasting, and feasibility reporting.
• Software Proficiency: Expert-level command of construction management software, scheduling tools (P6/MS Project), and digital collaboration platforms.
• Mandatory Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.

Bonus Points

• Real Estate Development experience: 10+ years of large scale development in data centers, oil & gas, or hospital industry
• Industry-Specific Background: 10+ years of experience specifically within the hyperscale data center or high-tech infrastructure market.
• Advanced Certifications: Holding a PMP, LEED AP, or equivalent professional construction certification.
• Digital Integration: Experience utilizing BIM (Building Information Modeling) to drive pre-construction accuracy and clash detection.
• Sustainability Focus: A background in sustainable construction practices or projects involving renewable energy integration.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Restricted Stock Units
• Paid time off & paid holidays
• Comprehensive health, dental & vision insurance
• Employer contributions to HSA account
• Paid parental leave
• Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• Professional development & tuition reimbursement
• Mental health & wellness support
• Commuter benefits (parking & transit)
• Cell phone stipend
• 401(k) Retirement plan with company match up to 4% of salary
• Volunteer time off

Compensation Range

Compensation will be paid in the range of $205,000 - $220,000 + Bonus. Restricted Stock Units are included in all offers. Compensation to be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Crusoe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.