Senior Data Center Development Lead

Turner & Townsend; Oregon; On-site; USD 130,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager - Development to support large-scale data center development programs in the United States. You will lead multidisciplinary teams and manage client relationships from site selection through construction handover, ensuring value delivery and risk mitigation.

The role requires a deep understanding of development lifecycles, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to work with hyperscale operators, investors, and developers.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in data center development or mission-critical projects.
• Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• Strong financial, commercial and risk management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead data center development projects from site screening to readiness for construction.
• Manage client relationships and executive-level communications.
• Oversee project governance, reporting, and risk mitigation.

Skills

Client facing

Leadership

Stakeholder mgmt

Governance

Communication

Education

Engineering degree

Construction Management

Real estate development

Tools

MS Project

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager - Development to support large-scale data center development programs in the United States. You will lead multidisciplinary teams and manage client relationships from site selection through construction handover, ensuring value delivery and risk mitigation.

The role requires a deep understanding of development lifecycles, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to work with hyperscale operators, investors, and developers.