Senior Project Manager - Data Center
About The Position
McAdams is seeking a seasoned Senior Project Manager with deep expertise in data center site development to lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects from early feasibility through design and construction support. This is a high-impact role for a leader with the ability to blend technical excellence, project delivery, and market growth to drive results for premier clients while helping scale McAdams’ expanding Data Center practice. You will have the autonomy to shape strategy, influence market direction, and expand capabilities with the support of a collaborative leadership team, internal resources, and a platform for long-term career development.
Requirements
- Four-year bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Biological and Agricultural Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or related field
- EI required; PE or on track to obtain PE strongly preferred
- Demonstrated success delivering hyperscale and colocation data center projects, from early planning and pre-design through detailed design and construction support
- 10+ years of site/civil engineering experience, including a strong data center portfolio
- Energized by traveling to build the practices and advance projects
- Strong working knowledge of local land use regulations, entitlement, and permitting processes
- Excellent client-facing communication, relationship management, and business development capabilities
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D
- Expertise in stormwater management, hydrologic/hydraulic modeling, and SWPPP compliance
- Exceptional technical writing and presentation skills
- Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and team development experience
- Professional organization involvement
Responsibilities
- Lead site/civil design for data centers and other complex developments, including institutional, commercial, and mixed-use projects
- Direct all phases of design—site layout, grading, drainage, utilities/infrastructure, and erosion & sediment control—from concept to completion
- Manage budgets, schedules, risk and deliverables, including feasibility studies, stormwater management plans, utility reports, specifications, and related documentation
- Prepare and/or review technical deliverables, including feasibility studies, stormwater management plans, utility reports, specifications, and related documentation
- Build trusted client partnerships and proactively identify new opportunities—especially within the hyperscale and colocation data center market
- Lead permitting efforts, working with local agencies and municipalities to ensure timely approvals and compliance with applicable regulations. Address agency comments and facilitate site permitting processes
- Support proposal development, interviews, and strategic growth initiatives to expand market presence
- Mentor and develop team members, fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture
Benefits
- Opportunities to shape strategy and grow a practice
- Exposure to high-impact projects across multiple market sectors
- A united, team-first culture
- A platform for long-term career growth and leadership development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
