Senior Project Manager – Data Center

KCI Technologies•Sparks, MD

About The Position

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employees have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us. THE COMPANY KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning. KCI is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation. KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career. We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team! KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply. KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Planning, or a related field
Minimum of 15 years of experience in program or project management for large‑scale infrastructure, industrial, or mission‑critical developments
Demonstrated experience with data center development, power/utility‑intensive projects, or complex industrial sites
Strong understanding of permitting, entitlements, and utility coordination
Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Bachelor’s Degree in related field (AEC Industry) and minimum of 6 years of related professional experience, or 10 years of equivalent professional experience.
Experience should include a track record of expanding project management duties.
Proven experience in project management roles, with a focus on managing larger-scale projects or programs.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, team members, and stakeholders.
Proficiency in project management software and tools, with the ability to develop and maintain comprehensive project plans and documentation.
Knowledge of industry standards and best practices related to project management, quality assurance, and safety protocols.
Effective problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and implement solutions in a fast-paced environment.
Strong negotiation skills to manage contracts, scope changes, and stakeholder agreements effectively.
Strong understanding of accounting principles to effectively manage project budgets, financial reporting, and resource allocation.
Ability to complete the KCI PM Training and Contract Risk Training along with passing the PM Board within 6 months of start date.
Pre-employment drug screening and background check are conditions of employment.
Motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.

Nice To Haves

Experience with hyperscale or enterprise data center clients
Familiarity with on‑site power generation, transmission, water/reuse infrastructure, or energy systems
Professional Engineer (PE), Project Management Professional (PMP), or similar credential
Experience working in multi‑state or fast‑track development environments
Master’s Degree in related field (AEC Industry)

Responsibilities

Planning, coordinating, and delivering complex, multi‑site data center development programs from early due diligence through design, permitting, and construction support.
Serving as the primary integrator across technical disciplines, internal teams, consultants, utilities, and client stakeholders to ensure data center projects are executed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to required quality and performance standards.
Leading multiple concurrent data center development projects or workstreams within a larger program, coordinating site/civil, environmental, utility, energy, and permitting efforts.
Developing and managing program execution plans, schedules, budgets, risk registers, and reporting frameworks.
Overseeing consultants and subconsultants to ensure alignment with scope, schedule, quality, and contract requirements.
Coordinating complex permitting and entitlement strategies across local, state, and federal jurisdictions.
Supporting transition from development into design and construction phases, ensuring continuity and risk mitigation.
Serving as a key client‑facing representative, supporting strong, trust‑based relationships with data center developers, owners, and end users.
Facilitating communication among internal teams, external consultants, utilities, municipalities, and regulatory agencies.
Preparing and delivering program updates, executive briefings, and issue‑resolution strategies.
Integrating multidisciplinary technical inputs (site selection, site/civil, environmental, utilities, power, and energy systems) into a cohesive development strategy.
Identifying development risks related to schedule, permitting, utilities, environmental constraints, and constructability, and implementing mitigation strategies.
Contributing to the development of standardized best practices, templates, and lessons learned for data center program delivery.
Assisting with scope definition, fee development, contract negotiations, and change management.
Monitoring program financial performance, including budgets, forecasts, and earned value metrics.
Supporting proposal development, pursuits, and strategic growth initiatives related to data center development.
Coordinating and mentoring project managers and technical staff assigned to data center programs.
Fostering collaboration across service lines and geographies to support integrated delivery models.
Supporting resource planning and workload balancing across active programs.