Data Center Project Leader – Mission-Critical Delivery

CDM Smith; Iowa City (IA); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Data Center Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of complex, mission-critical data center projects for clients nationwide. The role requires managing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk while coordinating multi-disciplinary teams across all project phases.

The ideal candidate has experience with design-build and EPC delivery, spans due diligence to turnover, and can mentor project teams while maintaining client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• 7+ years of related experience managing design and/or construction projects.
• PMP certification required within 12 months of hire.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of data center projects for major U.S. clients.
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, and risk across disciplines.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Ensure quality and safety requirements meet contract standards.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Budget management

Scheduling

Communication

Education

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

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Data Center Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of complex, mission-critical data center projects for clients nationwide. The role requires managing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk while coordinating multi-disciplinary teams across all project phases.

The ideal candidate has experience with design-build and EPC delivery, spans due diligence to turnover, and can mentor project teams while maintaining client satisfaction.