Lead Project Manager Data Centers

CMC Partners; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative culture

Competitive compensation

Hybrid work

Job summary

An executive search firm is seeking a Lead Project Manager specialized in data center construction to oversee large-scale projects in Dallas, Texas. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience managing data center construction, strong leadership skills, and expertise in project management software like Procore. This role offers a collaborative culture, competitive compensation, and the option for hybrid work.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience managing data center construction projects as an owner, owner’s representative, or general contractor.
• Strong understanding of building systems, MEP design, and power infrastructure.
• Proficiency in project management and construction software.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple concurrent data center construction projects, ensuring delivery on time and within budget.
• Oversee RFP development, cost forecasting, and change management.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and contractors for project execution.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Organizational skills

Leadership

Tools

Procore

MS Project

AutoCAD

Job description

Direct message the job poster from CMC Partners

Executive Search Consultant, specialising in the US Data Centre and Construction industry. Connecting talented professionals with top Data Center…

My client is a nationally recognized data center owner/developer seeking an experienced Lead Project Manager to lead large-scale, data center projects in Dallas, Texas.

With over 80+ sites across the US, this is a great opportunity for a technically strong and highly organized data center project leader to oversee the full lifecycle of data center delivery on a hyperscale campus with an industry leader.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple concurrent data center construction projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to design standards.
• Oversee RFP development, cost forecasting, change management, and reporting using platforms such as Procore, MS Project, and Excel.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, contractors, and consultants to maintain seamless project execution and stakeholder alignment.
• Lead value-engineering initiatives to drive schedule and cost efficiency across major greenfield and phased expansion projects.
• Partner with internal and external teams to ensure successful commissioning and turnover to operations.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience managing data center construction projects as an owner, owner’s representative, or general contractor.
• Strong understanding of building systems, MEP design, and power infrastructure.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in project management and construction software including Procore, MS Project, and AutoCAD.

This role offers a collaborative culture, competitive compensation and hybrid work.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Project Management, Management, and Business Development
• Construction and Building Construction