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Construction Manager, Power Generation - Memphis

xAI Southaven, MS; Memphis, TNData Center
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Salary
Not listed
Job type
Full-time
Experience
Senior · 5+ yrs
Posted
8 Oct 2026
Status
Open · checked 8d ago

About this role

Based in Southaven, MS, this full-time Construction Manager role involves leading mission-critical power generation build efforts for AI supercomputing facilities. The position suits experienced construction leaders with a background in large-scale industrial or power plant projects who are ready to relocate.

Role Overview

This position acts as the senior on-site construction representative for the power generation plant supporting high-density AI supercomputing facilities. The professional in this role oversees end-to-end project execution, manages external contractors and internal stakeholders, and ensures safety and quality standards are maintained throughout the build process.

Key Responsibilities

Manage relationships with EPC contractors, OEMs, trade partners, and internal stakeholders as the senior construction representative for the plant.
Oversee project execution from pre-construction and site development through mechanical completion, commissioning, energization, and turnover to operations.
Coordinate multiple vendors across civil, mechanical, process, and electrical scopes, including gas turbine packages, generators, fuel gas systems, e-houses, and 34.5 kV infrastructure.
Identify and mitigate risks to schedule, quality, safety, and operational readiness for first fire, synchronization, and commercial operation.
Resolve field roadblocks to keep turbine, electrical, and process work sequenced and on track while aligning schedules with infrastructure goals.
Partner with engineering and operations to guide commissioning, start-up, and punchlist close-out.
Deliver regular updates using KPIs and dashboards, perform quantity take-offs, and manage change orders to control costs.
Lead site safety initiatives including lockout/tagout, NFPA 70E compliance, hot work, and general safety culture.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience managing large-scale power generation, industrial plant, or mission-critical construction projects.
Deep expertise in construction management, commissioning, and site operations.
Proven ability to lead on-site with authority and build trust with technical teams, vendors, and partners.
Experience managing large programs with multiple vendors and dynamic priorities.
Strong cross-disciplinary communication skills and ability to solve complex, real-time problems with composure.
Availability to travel as needed, work varying schedules including evenings and weekends, lift 25+ pounds, and pass drug tests and background checks.

Nice to Have

Direct experience constructing or expanding gas turbine or combined-cycle generating plants.
Background in medium-voltage electrical construction and mechanical or process balance-of-plant systems.
Experience with OEM turbine package installation, interconnection, and commissioning support.
Previous work on power plants serving data centers, hyperscale facilities, or other high-reliability industrial loads.
Familiarity with local Memphis and Mississippi building codes, utility interconnection, and plant permitting.

Skills and Tools

Construction management and commissioning
EPC and vendor coordination
Gas turbine and balance-of-plant systems
Medium-voltage electrical construction (34.5 kV, switchgear, transformers, e-houses)
Safety protocols (LOTO, NFPA 70E, arc-flash)
KPI reporting and dashboards
Quantity take-offs and change order management

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply directly on the official company careers page.

Skills and tech stack

Questions candidates ask

Where is this job located?

This is a full-time, onsite role based in Southaven, MS, with relocation required.

How many years of experience are required?

The role requires at least 5 years of experience managing large-scale power generation, industrial plant, or mission-critical construction projects.

What travel or schedule flexibility is expected?

The position requires travel as needed and a flexible schedule that may include evenings and weekends depending on site operational needs.

Are there specific physical or screening requirements?

Employees must be comfortable working in environments with exposure to noise, able to lift 25+ pounds, and subject to pre-employment drug testing, random drug and alcohol testing, and background checks.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official xAI careers page.

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