Senior Data Centre Project Leader | Global Impact

Daksta; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Generous PTO

Professional development

Inclusive work environment

Global impact projects

Job summary

Daksta is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead data centre projects from initiation to completion in Portland, OR. The role requires managing scope, schedule, and budget while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance across teams of engineers, designers, and contractors.

The ideal candidate has 8–10 years in project management for data centre or mission-critical infrastructure, strong leadership, and proficiency with PM tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 8–10 years of experience in project management, focusing on data centre or mission-critical infrastructure projects.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale, complex projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, building codes, and safety regulations.
• Exceptional leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools and software.
• PMP or equivalent certification is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end management of data centre projects from initiation to completion.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Coordinate with design, engineering, procurement, and construction teams for seamless execution.
• Manage stakeholder relationships with regular progress updates, risks, and mitigations.
• Oversee contractor and vendor performance to meet specs and timelines.
• Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards throughout the lifecycle.
• Identify and resolve project challenges to minimize timeline disruptions.
• Conduct post-project evaluations to capture lessons learned.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

PMP certification

Project management tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Daksta is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead data centre projects from initiation to completion in Portland, OR. The role requires managing scope, schedule, and budget while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance across teams of engineers, designers, and contractors.

The ideal candidate has 8–10 years in project management for data centre or mission-critical infrastructure, strong leadership, and proficiency with PM tools.