Data Center Project Leader

CDM Smith; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Data Center Project Manager to lead delivery of complex data center projects for clients nationwide, based in the U.S. The role emphasizes managing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk with multi-disciplinary teams across all project phases.

The ideal candidate has proven experience in design-build/EPC, utility-scale data centers, and strong leadership, communication, and project controls skills. Hybrid work options may be considered for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• 7+ years of related experience managing design and/or construction projects, including experience leading multi-disciplinary teams.
• PMP (PMI), certification is required (within 12 months of hire or promotion onto the Approved Project Manager list).
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Managing delivery of data center projects and/or programs, serving as the primary point of contact for day-to-day project execution with major clients in the U.S.
• Leading and managing cross functional teams to develop and execute project scope, schedule, and budget, including work planning, staffing, cost control, and change management.
• Managing projects from early concept development through detailed design, procurement support, construction administration, commissioning, and closeout for mission-critical facilities.
• Leading internal and external coordination across engineering disciplines, constructors, vendors, and client stakeholders to support on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Managing project financial performance, including forecasting, invoicing, earned value (as applicable), and timely identification/escalation of risks and opportunities.
• Serving as a mentor and leader of multi-disciplinary project teams, promoting collaboration, accountability, and consistent project execution.
• Performing and leading technical problem solving with engineering teams; coordinating with lead practitioners, quality managers, and key technical specialists to resolve complex issues related to integration BMS and EPMS systems
• Implementing project controls, quality management, and H&S requirements; providing guidance and review at the project level while ensuring discipline and quality standards are adhered to.
• Supporting client satisfaction and repeat work by proactively communicating status, resolving issues, and ensuring deliverables meet contract requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to lead client-facing delivery teams; communicate effectively with technical and nontechnical stakeholders; and manage scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk for complex capital projects.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Communication

MS Word

MS Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Data Center Project Manager to lead delivery of complex data center projects for clients nationwide, based in the U.S. The role emphasizes managing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk with multi-disciplinary teams across all project phases.

The ideal candidate has proven experience in design-build/EPC, utility-scale data centers, and strong leadership, communication, and project controls skills. Hybrid work options may be considered for the right candidate.