Senior Data Center Project Lead - Hybrid

CDM Smith; Knoxville (TN); 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.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in planning, engineering of design-build and/or EPC projects for data centers, including power delivery, water systems, networking, and civil site development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience managing design and/or construction projects.
• PMP certification within 12 months of hire or promotion.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of data center projects with major U.S. clients.
• Develop and manage scope, schedule, budget, and risks.
• Coordinate multi‑disciplinary teams across design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Ensure quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Mentor project teams and manage client expectations and satisfaction.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Budget management

Risk management

Client communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related field

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.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in planning, engineering of design-build and/or EPC projects for data centers, including power delivery, water systems, networking, and civil site development.