Data Center Project Manager - Hybrid, Mission-Critical

CDM Smith; Bridgeport (CT); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

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

The ideal candidate has experience in design-build and/or EPC projects for data centers, with strong leadership and client-facing communication skills. Hybrid work options may be considered for this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• 7+ years of related experience managing design and/or construction projects.
• PMP (PMI) certification is 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

• 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

Communication skills

Budget planning

Schedule management

Organizational skills

MS Word

Excel

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

PMP certification

Tools

MS Project

Construction management software

Job description

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

The ideal candidate has experience in design-build and/or EPC projects for data centers, with strong leadership and client-facing communication skills. Hybrid work options may be considered for this role.