Data Center Project Manager *

HDR; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 207,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Data Center Project Manager to join their expanding Tech, Media and Telecom practice in Chicago. The role involves managing client development and overseeing data center projects from planning to commissioning. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of leadership experience and a bachelor's degree in a related field. HDR offers a comprehensive benefits package and a culture of inclusion.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Culture of inclusion

Employee networks

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years leadership in site programming, project planning, design, construction, or commissioning.
• Experience in data centers or mission-critical facilities preferred.
• Knowledge of industry standards like Uptime Topology, ASHRAE TC 9.9.

Responsibilities

• Manage client development and data center project delivery.
• Oversee projects from planning through commissioning.
• Mentor staff and manage multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Project management skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Newforma Project Center

ProjectWise

Job description

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At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

HDR Engineering is seeking a Data Center Project Manager to join our expanding TMT (Tech, Media and Telecom) practice. Locations include Atlanta, Austin, Bellevue, Charlotte, Chicago, Columbus, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Minneapolis, Newark, New York, Omaha, Orlando, Pennington, Phoenix, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Sacramento/Folsom, San Antonio, Walnut Creek.

Primary Responsibilities

Manage client development and data center project delivery, overseeing projects from planning through commissioning. Develop and secure new work, manage multidisciplinary teams, and work closely with regional managers and global clients. Some travel required.

Additional Duties include

• Mentoring/Managing: Grow teams, coordinate work, mentor staff, recruit and retain mission-critical staff.
• Marketing: Establish client relations, participate in marketing, develop proposals, promote HDR, collaborate on business strategies.
• Technical: Ensure quality standards, manage project teams, control project scope and budget, forecast, invoice, and prepare proposals.
• Perform other duties as needed. Travel to sites or offices may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years leadership in site programming, project planning, design, construction, or commissioning.
• Experience in data centers or mission-critical facilities preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills.
• Knowledge of industry standards like Uptime Topology, ASHRAE TC 9.9, PUE, CUE, WUE.
• Experience with software such as Newforma Project Center or ProjectWise.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field, 7+ years of experience, including 2+ years in project management.

Benefits and Culture

HDR offers a comprehensive benefits package, a culture of inclusion, and employee networks. The salary range for this role is $110,950 - $206,050, depending on experience and location.