Senior Project Manager - Mission Critical / Data Centers

Stantec; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 117,800 - 176,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan

Paid family leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a highly motivated Project Manager in California to lead complex projects for Mission Critical and Data Centers. This role involves managing client relationships and guiding project teams towards successful execution.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience, including 2 in project management, with a current Architectural license. The position supports business development and involves flexible collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in commercial architecture and design.
• 2+ years of project management experience focused on Mission Critical or Data Center projects.
• Strong business and operational acumen.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from planning to construction completion.
• Serve as primary contact for clients and teams.
• Develop and manage project schedules and budgets.
• Promote sustainable design strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Client engagement

Construction administration

Team coordination

Education

Architectural license

NCARB certification and/or LEED Accreditation

Job description

Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world. Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design.

Your Opportunity

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager to support the continued growth of our Mission Critical / Data Centers practice. This role offers the opportunity to lead complex, technically sophisticated projects for national and international clients while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate is a confident and strategic leader who thrives in fast‑paced environments, excels at team coordination and client engagement, and is passionate about delivering high‑performing, resilient, and forward‑thinking facilities.

As a Project Manager, you will lead projects from initial planning and pursuit efforts through construction completion and closeout. You will be responsible for guiding project teams, managing client relationships, maintaining project performance metrics, and ensuring the successful execution of design objectives for mission critical and data center projects.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Lead all project phases from programming and concept design through construction administration
• Serve as primary contact for clients, consultants, contractors, internal teams, and agencies
• Lead and mentor multidisciplinary teams while promoting collaboration and professional growth
• Build strong client relationships and proactively address project goals and expectations
• Develop and manage schedules, staffing plans, financial forecasts, fees, and delivery strategies
• Support business development through proposals, scopes, fee planning, interviews, and contracts
• Maintain QA/QC standards across all project phases and deliverables
• Manage construction administration activities including RFIs, submittals, bid coordination, site observations, and technical issue resolution
• Identify project risks early and develop practical solutions supporting schedule, budget, and design goals
• Monitor staffing, coordination, and project performance to ensure efficient resource management
• Promote sustainable, resilient, and high‑performance design strategies where appropriate
• Participate in client presentations, interviews, and marketing initiatives supporting Mission Critical growth
• Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Proven success leading large multidisciplinary teams on complex projects
• Strong experience managing schedules, staffing, consultant coordination, fees, budgets, and construction administration
• Thorough understanding of integrated project delivery, building systems, construction methods, codes, and standards
• Experience overseeing comprehensive construction documentation and maintaining QA/QC standards
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and relationship management skills
• Ability to mentor teams and build collaborative working relationships
• Strong business and operational acumen with proposal and client development experience
• Highly organized, adaptable, detail‑oriented, and effective in deadline‑driven environments

Education and Experience

• 10+ years of experience in commercial architecture and design, including 2+ years of project management experience focused on Mission Critical or Data Center projects
• Current Architectural license required; NCARB certification and/or LEED Accreditation preferred

Typical office environment: working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may require travel and include exposure to the elements, including inclement weather.

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere.

Pay Range

• Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas: $117,800.00 - $176,800.00 Annually
• Locations in WA, DC & Various CA, MA areas: $126,400.00 - $189,600.00 Annually
• Locations in NYC & CA (Bay Area) & NJ (RP): $134,900.00 - $202,500.00 Annually

Benefits Summary

Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full‑time and part‑time employees will receive ten paid holidays each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law). Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave in accordance with state and local law. The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location: United States | CA | San Francisco

Organization: 2014 Buildings-US California AID-San Francisco CA

Employee Status: Regular

Business Justification: New Position

Travel: Yes

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 27/05/2026 02:05:58

Req ID: 1006046

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