Senior Project Manager- Data Centers

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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from 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.
• PREFERRED: 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.