Data Center Project Manager - Hybrid, High-Impact

CDM Smith; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith in the United States is seeking a Data Center Project Manager to lead delivery of complex data center projects for national clients. This role focuses on managing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk across infrastructure delivery.

The ideal candidate has experience in design-build or EPC, leading multi-disciplinary teams, coordinating with engineers, contractors, and clients, and ensuring safe, on-time, and on-budget outcomes aligned with client standards and business

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.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of data center projects and programs for major clients in the U.S.
• Lead cross-functional teams to develop and execute project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Oversee design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout phases.
• Coordinate with engineering, constructors, vendors, and client stakeholders to ensure on-time delivery.
• Manage project financial performance, including forecasting, invoicing, and risk management.
• Mentor multi-disciplinary project teams and promote collaboration and accountability.

Skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Project management

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/construction management

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Project management software

Job description

CDM Smith in the United States is seeking a Data Center Project Manager to lead delivery of complex data center projects for national clients. This role focuses on managing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk across infrastructure delivery.

The ideal candidate has experience in design-build or EPC, leading multi-disciplinary teams, coordinating with engineers, contractors, and clients, and ensuring safe, on-time, and on-budget outcomes aligned with client standards and business