Data Center Project Lead - Hybrid, Mission‑Critical

CDM Smith; Dover (DE); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Data Center Project Manager to lead complex, mission-critical data center projects nationwide. You will manage scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk while coordinating multi-disciplinary teams across all project phases.

Ideal candidates have design-build/EPC experience, strong leadership, and the ability to mentork teams. Hybrid work options may be considered for the right candidate, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• 7+ years of related experience managing design and/or construction projects; multi-disciplinary teams.
• PMP (PMI) certification required within 12 months of hire or promotion.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of data center projects, serving as primary contact for day-to-day execution with major U.S. clients.
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk across disciplines and stakeholders.
• Oversee design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and turnover for mission-critical facilities.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Budget management

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Data Center Project Manager to lead complex, mission-critical data center projects nationwide. You will manage scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk while coordinating multi-disciplinary teams across all project phases.

Ideal candidates have design-build/EPC experience, strong leadership, and the ability to mentork teams. Hybrid work options may be considered for the right candidate, with travel as needed.