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Industrial Project Manager - Data Centers

CDM Smith • lafayette, la, United States • 2d ago

Requisition ID

44475BR

Business Unit

IND

Job Description

*** 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 infrastructure delivery.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience planning, managing, engineering of design‑build, and/or EPC (engineer, procure, construct) projects for data centers, including power delivery, water systems, networking, and civil site development. Experience should span all project phases including due diligence, site election, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and project 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, operational needs, and risk management.

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 cross‑functional 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 related to integration BMS and EPMS systems
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.

Job Title

Industrial Project Manager - Data Centers

Group

IND

Employment Type

Regular

Minimum Qualifications

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.

Preferred Qualifications

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.
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.

EEO Statement

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.