CoreWeave is The Essential Cloud for AI™. Built for pioneers by pioneers, CoreWeave delivers a platform of technology, tools, and teams that enables innovators to build and scale AI with confidence. Trusted by leading AI labs, startups, and global enterprises, CoreWeave combines superior infrastructure performance with deep technical expertise to accelerate breakthroughs and turn compute into capability. Founded in 2017, CoreWeave became a publicly traded company (Nasdaq: CRWV) in March 2025. Learn more at www.coreweave.com.
What You'll Do:
The Data Center Planning & Construction team at CoreWeave is responsible for delivering a rapidly growing portfolio of data centers and critical infrastructure projects that power our AI cloud platform. We own the full project lifecycle—from site due diligence and design through construction, commissioning, and turnover—while partnering closely with Finance, Operations, and Executive Leadership to scale our footprint responsibly.
About the Role:
As a Manager, Self Perform, you will manage the delivery of construction projects across CoreWeave’s growing portfolio of data center campuses. You will lead projects from initial site feasibility and pre-development planning through design, permitting, construction, and final closeout. This role sits at the intersection of strategic planning and hands-on execution—you will be accountable for managing project budgets, coordinating stakeholder relationships, and ensuring projects align with CoreWeave’s aggressive infrastructure roadmap.
In this role, you will:
Manage and support project lifecycle phases for data center construction projects—from site selection and feasibility studies through design development, permitting, construction, and commissioning.
Manage and track project budgets and assist in securing expenditure approvals across all project phases.
Support General Contractor and subcontractor bid processes, including market research and contract negotiation support to ensure competitive and high-quality partnerships.
Coordinate external consultants and specialty vendors, including architects, structural and MEP engineers, and legal counsel.
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Support pre-construction activities, including design reviews and regulatory permitting in partnership with local jurisdictions and authorities.
Monitor and help mitigate project delivery risks to keep schedules and budgets on track while maintaining CoreWeave’s quality standards.
Partner closely with internal Real Estate, Engineering, Operations, and Finance teams to align project execution with organizational priorities.
Maintain rigorous project documentation and provide regular status updates on schedule, budget, and risk status.
Who You Are:
5+ years of progressive experience in construction project management, real estate development, or a related field, with at least 2+ years in a project management role.
Demonstrated track record of managing commercial, industrial, or mission-critical construction projects (data center, manufacturing, or heavy industrial experience preferred) from inception through delivery.
Experience with project budget management, including cost forecasting and variance analysis.
Experience supporting competitive bid processes and contract negotiations for General Contractor and subcontractor agreements.
Experience coordinating multidisciplinary consultant and contractor teams, including architectural, structural, civil, and MEP disciplines.
Working knowledge of construction contracts (AIA, DBIA, or equivalent), permitting and entitlement processes, and applicable building codes and regulations.
Experience with construction management software platforms such as Procore, Primavera P6, or similar tools.
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Civil Engineering, or equivalent professional experience.
Experience managing data center, hyperscale, or mission-critical facility construction projects.
Familiarity with sustainability standards such as LEED or BREEAM, and their application in large-scale developments.
Wondering if you’re a good fit? We believe in investing in our people and value candidates who can bring their diverse experiences to our teams – even if you aren’t a 100% skill or experience match. Here are a few qualities we’ve found compatible with our team. If some of this describes you, we’d love to talk.
You love to solve complex logistical puzzles and find satisfaction in turning a raw site into a world-class facility.
You’re curious about the intersection of cutting-edge AI infrastructure and the physical environments that power it.
You’re an expert at managing ambiguity—balancing aggressive timelines, evolving technical requirements, and competing stakeholder priorities without losing sight of the end goal.
You thrive in fast-moving environments where the scope of work is large, the stakes are high, and no two days look the same.
Why CoreWeave?
At CoreWeave, we work hard, have fun, and move fast! We’re in an exciting stage of hyper-growth that you will not want to miss out on. We’re not afraid of a little chaos, and we’re constantly learning. Our team cares deeply about how we build our product and how we work together, which is represented through our core values:
Be Curious at Your Core
Act Like an Owner
Empower Employees
Deliver Best-in-Class Client Experiences
Achieve More Together
We support and encourage an entrepreneurial outlook and independent thinking. We foster an environment that encourages collaboration and enables the development of innovative solutions to complex problems. As we get set for takeoff, the growth opportunities within the organization are constantly expanding. You will be surrounded by some of the best talent in the industry, who will want to learn from you, too. Come join us!
The base salary range for this role is $122,,000-$179,000. The starting salary will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and the market location. We strive for both market alignment and internal equity when determining compensation. In addition to base salary, our total rewards package includes a discretionary bonus, equity awards, and a comprehensive benefits program (all based on eligibility).
What We Offer
The range we’ve posted represents the typical compensation range for this role. To determine actual compensation, we review the market rate for each candidate which can include a variety of factors. These include qualifications, experience, interview performance, and location.
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits to support your needs. The benefits below reflect our US-based offerings; for roles in other locations, benefits vary and are shared during the hiring process. These include:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance - 100% paid for by CoreWeave
Company-paid Life Insurance
Voluntary supplemental life insurance
Short and long-term disability insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
Tuition Reimbursement
Ability to Participate in Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
Mental Wellness Benefits through Spring Health
Family-Forming support provided by Carrot
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible, full-service childcare support with Kinside
401(k) with a generous employer match
Flexible PTO
Catered lunch each day in our office and data center locations
A casual work environment
A work culture focused on innovative disruption
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Equal Opportunity & Accommodations
CoreWeave is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace. All qualified applicants and candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, c
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