Hybrid Data Center Project Manager

CDM Smith; Mount Pleasant (SC); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

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

Ideal candidates have proven experience in design-build/EPC data center projects, with strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills essential for client-facing delivery and risk management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience managing design and/or construction projects with multi-disciplinary teams.
• 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.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to manage scope, schedule, and budget.
• Oversee design, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases.
• Mentor multi-disciplinary project teams and ensure quality.
• Manage project financials, including forecasting and invoicing.
• Communicate with stakeholders to ensure client satisfaction.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Communication

Leadership

MS Word

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/construction management

PMP certification

Job description

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

Ideal candidates have proven experience in design-build/EPC data center projects, with strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills essential for client-facing delivery and risk management.