Data Center Development Program Lead

Turner & Townsend; Arizona; On-site; USD 130,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend in the United States is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager - Development to lead data center programs from site identification through construction. You will represent developer clients, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and drive development, entitlement, utility coordination, and due diligence.

This role requires 8+ years of delivery experience, strong client-facing skills, and the ability to manage design, permitting, and construction.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of project management experience in data center development or equivalent.
• Experience leading complex development programs from land acquisition through handover.
• Strong client-facing and advisory capabilities for developers, investors, and operators.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary client representative for data center development projects.
• Lead governance, reporting and executive-level communications.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams and manage schedules, budgets and risks.

Skills

Client facing

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction/Real Estate

Tools

MS Project

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Turner & Townsend in the United States is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager - Development to lead data center programs from site identification through construction. You will represent developer clients, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and drive development, entitlement, utility coordination, and due diligence.

This role requires 8+ years of delivery experience, strong client-facing skills, and the ability to manage design, permitting, and construction.