Industrial Project Manager - Data Centers

** 44475 *
* ** Requisition :*
* 44475

** Business Unit:*
* IND

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* Job Description:

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* *** This position can be based in any of our CDM Smith offices - Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.  **
* CDM Smith is seeking a Data Center Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of complex, mission-critical data center projects for our clients nationwide. This high-impact role focuses on managing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk while coordinating multi-disciplinary teams and stakeholders across all phases of project delivery.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience managing consulting, engineering, design-build, and/or EPC (engineer, procure, construct) projects for data centers, including power delivery, water systems, and civil/site works. Experience should span all project phases, from site identification and due diligence through planning, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout. This individual will help data center clients implement planning and capital programs, meet water management objectives, address power requirements, and deliver safe, high-quality outcomes aligned with client standards and operational needs.

As an integral member of our dynamic Industrial team, the Data Center Project Manager will contribute by:

- Managing delivery of data center projects and/or programs, serving as the primary point of contact for day-to-day project execution with major clients in the U.S.

- Leading and managing teams to develop and execute project scope, schedule, and budget, including work planning, staffing, cost control, and change management.

- Managing projects from early concept development through detailed design, procurement support, construction administration, commissioning, and closeout for mission-critical facilities.

- Leading internal and external coordination across engineering disciplines, constructors, vendors, and client stakeholders to support on-time and on-budget delivery.

- Managing project financial performance, including forecasting, invoicing, earned value (as applicable), and timely identification/escalation of risks and opportunities.

- Serving as a mentor and leader of multi-disciplinary project teams, promoting collaboration, accountability, and consistent project execution.

- Performing and leading technical problem solving with engineering teams; coordinating with lead practitioners, quality managers, and key technical specialists to resolve complex issues.

- Implementing project controls, quality management, and H&S requirements; providing guidance and review at the project level while ensuring discipline and quality standards are adhered to.

- Supporting client satisfaction and repeat work by proactively communicating status, resolving issues, and ensuring deliverables meet contract requirements.

- Demonstrated ability to lead client-facing delivery teams; communicate effectively with technical and nontechnical stakeholders; and manage scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk for complex capital projects.

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* Job Title:

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* Industrial Project Manager - Data Centers

** Group:*
* IND

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* Employment Type:

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* Regular

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* Minimum Qualifications:

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* - Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field.

- 7+ years of related experience managing design and/or construction projects, including experience leading multi-disciplinary teams.

- PMP (PMI), certification is required (within 12 months of hire or promotion onto the Approved Project Manager list).

- Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.

- Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

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* Preferred Qualifications:

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* - Experience delivering mission-critical and hyperscale data center projects, including site/civil, power delivery, and water systems.

- Design-build and/or EPC project delivery experience, including procurement coordination, construction oversight, and commissioning/turnover support.

- Proven experience managing preparation and delivery of engineering/design packages for construction, including coordination of reviews and approvals.

- Registered Professional Engineer (PE) preferred (discipline aligned to project needs, e.g., electrical or mechanical).

- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to lead client-facing meetings and manage expectations.

- Demonstrated proficiency with project controls, contract administration, and risk management for complex capital projects.

- Additional relevant credentials (e.g., CCM, DBIA) and/or mission-critical commissioning training/certifications are a plus.

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