Project Manager- Data Centers

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Project Manager – Data Centers based in the United States.

• Lead end-to-end project delivery:
  Manage projects from early-stage planning and design through construction, commissioning coordination as applicable, and final closeout, ensuring alignment with client objectives, budgets, schedules, and quality expectations.
• Manage client and stakeholder relationships:
  Serve as a primary liaison among owners, architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, city officials, and other project stakeholders, maintaining clear communication and strong working relationships.
• Oversee budgets and schedules:
  Develop, maintain, and monitor project budgets, schedules, and web-based project controls. Analyze financial and schedule impacts, identify risks and opportunities, and recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate procurement and contracts:
  Initiate and manage procurement for design, construction, and consulting services. Draft, review, negotiate, communicate, and administer contractual documents and related project agreements.
• Review design and technical documentation:
  Evaluate project requirements, program objectives, architectural and engineering drawings, specifications, and bid documents to ensure alignment with owner expectations and project goals.
• Facilitate project coordination:
  Organize, lead, and document project meetings, ensuring stakeholders remain informed, decisions are tracked, and project activities stay coordinated.
• Manage construction progress and quality:
  Monitor contractor and vendor activities, observe and report on construction progress, and verify alignment with design specifications, schedules, and quality standards.
• Mitigate project risks and changes:
  Anticipate changes that could affect cost, timing, or quality; identify potential issues early; and develop practical recommendations to protect project objectives.
• Coordinate value engineering:
  Work with ownership teams and project stakeholders to evaluate alternatives, optimize project value, and support informed decision-making.
• Support contract administration and closeout:
  Coordinate contracts, purchase orders, progress payment documentation, and other administrative activities while managing project closeout to support successful completion.
• Contribute to business development:
  Participate in networking, proposal preparation, and client interviews to support the growth of project management services.

• Professional experience:
  At least 5 years of experience in project management, construction, real estate development, architecture, engineering, or a related field. Experience with data centers, mission-critical infrastructure, technology projects, or other technically complex developments is preferred.
• Educational background:
  Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Real Estate Development, Urban Planning, or a related discipline.
• Data center knowledge:
  Familiarity with data center environments, mission-critical infrastructure, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems, and the scheduling and coordination demands of data center construction is an advantage.
• Project controls expertise:
  Demonstrated ability to manage project budgets, schedules, procurement activities, documentation, and project control systems.
• Design and construction knowledge:
  Strong understanding of design and construction processes, including architectural and engineering documentation, bidding, procurement, and contract administration.
• Stakeholder coordination:
  Experience coordinating architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, clients, and other project participants throughout the project lifecycle.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills:
  Ability to interpret project information, evaluate cost and schedule impacts, anticipate risks, and develop practical solutions to keep projects on track.
• Communication skills:
  Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate proactively and professionally with clients and multidisciplinary teams.
• Organization and prioritization:
  Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities, complex documentation, budgets, and schedules effectively.
• Leadership and accountability:
  Confidence in independently managing projects, building trusted client relationships, exercising sound business judgment, and taking ownership of…