Senior Project Manager- Data Centers

Stratus®; Coraopolis (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Stratus is seeking a Senior Project Manager for Data Centers to lead and deliver complex engineering projects while driving business development and client relationships. The role emphasizes technical leadership, scheduling, budgeting, and coordinating cross-functional teams across electrical, mechanical, and site infrastructure disciplines.

The ideal candidate brings 8–10 years of design engineering or PM experience, an ABET-accredited engineering degree, and a proven track record in managing

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required.
• 8–10 years of design engineering or project management experience in engineering projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of multiple engineering projects, ensuring scope, schedule, budget, and quality adherence.
• Serve as primary client contact, manage expectations, and cultivate long-term relationships.
• Develop and manage project plans, including schedules, staffing, and resources.
• Review drawings, calculations, and technical deliverables for accuracy and compliance.
• Identify new business opportunities and support pursuit strategies.
• Monitor project financials and ensure profitability and timely billing.

Skills

Project leadership

Client relationship management

Budgeting and cost control

Risk assessment and mitigation

Mentoring and staff development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Job description

About Stratus

Stratus® is an integrated, multi‑disciplinary engineering, architecture, interior design, and consulting firm. Consistently ranking among the Top 500 Design Firms in Engineering News‑Record, the firm offers a deep bench of industry experts through a highly collaborative approach, delivering innovative solutions across the full project lifecycle. Operating coast to coast, Stratus® serves clients nationwide while maintaining a strategic commitment to supporting high‑growth economies and building vibrant communities that foster the professional growth of its team. Serving public‑ and private‑sector clients, the firm is dedicated to delivering the highest‑quality service wherever projects take shape. Across the Civic, Commercial, Industrial, Transportation, Education, Water Resources, and Government sectors, we bring precision, insight, and purpose to every project, from targeted renovations to large‑scale infrastructure. Stratus® designs spaces, systems, and solutions that perform, endure, and make an impact, delivering on our promise of Better Plans. Better Places.

The Role

Senior Project Manager – Data Centers is a client‑facing leadership role responsible for managing complex engineering projects while actively contributing to business development efforts. This dual‑focus position ensures excellence in project execution—from concept through closeout—while identifying and pursuing opportunities to grow client accounts and expand the firm’s market presence. The ideal candidate combines technical expertise, project leadership, and a business mindset to deliver high‑quality results and contribute to the firm’s strategic and financial success.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple engineering projects, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards for industrial projects including and similar to:
• Electrical distribution systems (MV/LV, redundancy, resiliency)
• Mechanical systems (cooling plants, liquid cooling, airflow strategies)
• Site infrastructure and utility coordination
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle, managing expectations, addressing concerns, and cultivating long‑term relationships.
• Develop and manage project plans, including schedules, budgets, staffing, and resource allocation, in coordination with technical and operations teams.
• Oversee the preparation and review of drawings, calculations, and technical deliverables to ensure accuracy, quality, and compliance with industry and client standards.
• Conduct risk assessments, implement mitigation strategies, and lead regular project meetings to monitor progress and ensure timely resolution of challenges.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within existing and prospective client accounts, collaborating with leadership and technical teams on pursuit strategies.
• Lead or support proposal efforts, including scope definition, fee estimation, and preparation of qualifications and presentations.
• Represent the firm at industry events, client meetings, and networking opportunities to promote its capabilities and support growth initiatives.
• Monitor and manage project financials, ensuring profitability, alignment with revenue targets, and timely billing and collections.
• Mentor and support junior project managers, engineers, and technical staff, fostering a high‑performance culture of accountability, learning, and professional development.
• Collaborate across departments—including engineering, marketing, finance, and operations—to ensure seamless project delivery and continuous improvement in service quality.
• Support strategic planning and market growth by sharing insights on client trends, emerging opportunities, and competitive positioning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET‑accredited university or related field.
• 8‑10 years of experience in design engineering or project management for engineering projects.

Preferred

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• PMP certification or other recognized project management credentials.
• Demonstrated experience in business development and client relationship management.
• Advanced degree in business, engineering management, or related field.

Why you’ll love Stratus

• A team‑oriented environment that values transparency, creativity, and shared success.
• Meaningful career paths, leadership opportunities, and space to specialize.
• Learning & Development – Education and Professional Licensing.
• We believe flexible, hybrid work supports the balance and well‑being our team deserves.
• Excellent Health Care Programs – Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Company‑paid Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, and Long‑Term Disability.
• Voluntary Life Insurance options for employees, spouses, and dependents.
• 401k Retirement Plan with employer match.
• Paid Holidays & Competitive PTO plans.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Stratus is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy‑related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Stratus Team’s management Team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.