# Construction Manager - Power Generation

**Company**: xAI
**Location**: United States
**Work arrangement**: onsite
**Experience**: senior
**Job type**: full-time
**Category**: Engineering
**Industry**: Technology
**Wikidata**: https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q120599684

**Apply**: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/xai/jobs/5055751007
**Canonical**: https://yubhub.co/jobs/job_640a965f-5fa

## Description

We are seeking an exceptional Construction Manager to lead the construction of a state-of-the-art Doosan combined cycle power plant that will deliver reliable, high-capacity power to xAI's supercomputing infrastructure in the Memphis region.

This high-visibility, mission-critical role will oversee the full lifecycle of a large-scale natural gas-fired combined cycle facility, incorporating Doosan Enerbility's advanced gas turbines, steam turbines, HRSGs, balance-of-plant systems, and supporting infrastructure. You will drive aggressive timelines, ensure world-class safety and quality, manage complex stakeholder interfaces, and deliver the power foundation required to scale AI training at unprecedented levels.

Responsibilities:

- Lead end-to-end construction of the Doosan combined cycle power plant, from site preparation and civil works through mechanical/electrical installation, commissioning, and handover.

- Serve as xAI's primary on-site leader, managing interfaces with Doosan Enerbility, EPC contractors, subcontractors, utilities, and regulatory authorities.

- Develop and maintain detailed construction schedules, resource plans, and progress tracking (using Primavera P6 or similar tools) to meet xAI's aggressive delivery targets.

- Oversee procurement, logistics, erection, and integration of major equipment including gas turbines, steam turbines, generators, HRSGs, cooling towers, fuel systems, and electrical substations.

- Enforce rigorous safety, environmental, and quality standards, ensuring full compliance with permits, emissions controls, OSHA, EPA, and local regulations.

- Manage project budget, cost forecasting, change orders, and risk mitigation; proactively resolve issues to avoid delays or cost overruns.

- Coordinate commissioning, startup, performance testing, and seamless transition to operations teams.

- Lead and motivate large field teams (200+ personnel), subcontractors, and vendors in a high-velocity environment.

- Provide regular progress updates, risk assessments, and key metrics to xAI senior leadership.

Basic Qualifications:

- 15+ years of progressive construction management experience on large-scale industrial projects, with 8+ years specifically leading combined cycle power plant construction (500 MW+ scale preferred).

- Proven track record delivering gas-fired combined cycle facilities on time and budget, including turbine erection, HRSG installation, and balance-of-plant integration.

- Deep expertise in power plant construction sequencing, major equipment installation, piping, electrical systems, and grid interconnection.

- Strong knowledge of U.S. permitting processes, environmental compliance (air quality, emissions, noise), and utility coordination.

- Demonstrated leadership managing large teams, multiple subcontractors, and international OEM vendors under pressure.

- Proficiency with project management tools (Primavera P6, MS Project), cost control, and risk management.

- Ability to thrive in fast-moving, high-ambiguity environments with a no-excuses mindset.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

- Direct experience with Doosan Enerbility (or similar OEMs like GE, Siemens, Mitsubishi) combined cycle projects.

- Background in power infrastructure supporting data centers, hyperscalers, or mission-critical facilities.

- Familiarity with fast-track construction approaches in the tech/energy sector.

- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or related field; PE license or advanced degree a plus.

- Knowledge of advanced emissions controls and sustainability practices in power generation.

Additional Requirements:

- Willingness to work extended hours and be fully onsite during peak construction phases.

- Ability to stand/walk for long periods, work in industrial environments, and travel as needed.

## Skills

### Required
- Construction Management
- Project Management
- Leadership
- Risk Management
- Cost Control
- Safety and Quality
- Environmental Compliance
- Utility Coordination
- Power Plant Construction
- Gas Turbine Installation
- Steam Turbine Installation
- HRSG Installation
- Balance-of-Plant Integration

### Nice to have
- Doosan Enerbility
- GE
- Siemens
- Mitsubishi
- Data Center Infrastructure
- Hyperscaler Infrastructure
- Fast-Track Construction
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- PE License
- Advanced Degree