Industrial Data Center Client Leader

CDM Smith; Jackson (MS); Hybrid; USD 121,000 - 212,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an Industrial Client Service Leader to drive national data center expansion, focusing on identifying opportunities, winning work, and building client relationships.

The role demands proven ability to secure consulting, design-build and EPC projects across all phases, from due diligence to construction, with 20–40% travel. Hybrid work options available across U.S. locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• 12 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required; frequency depends on duties and workload.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development, client engagement, client service management, and strategic marketing for multiple major data center clients in the U.S.
• Develop and maintain high value relationships with data center clients.
• Lead winning proposal efforts.
• Expand market share by partnering with senior PMs and technical specialists to deliver high quality projects.
• Collaborate with the technology group to leverage innovative tools that enhance project delivery.
• Implement short- and long-term strategies contributing to growth and CDM Smith profitability.

Skills

Business development

Client relationships

Proposal development

Strategic marketing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an Industrial Client Service Leader to drive national data center expansion, focusing on identifying opportunities, winning work, and building client relationships.

The role demands proven ability to secure consulting, design-build and EPC projects across all phases, from due diligence to construction, with 20–40% travel. Hybrid work options available across U.S. locations.