Senior Project Manager - Site Strategy / Land Development / Due Diligence

AECOM • Charleston, SC

75d • $110,000 - $180,000

About The Position

AECOM is seeking a Senior Project Manager - Data Center Site Strategy / Land Development with a passion for driving results to join our high-performance data center team. In this role, the project manager will plan, direct, and execute multiple moderate-to-large scale projects to support the utility and land development for next-generation digital infrastructure. This role has a strong focus on site development planning for data centers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Real Estate, Urban Planning, or related field plus 8 years of experience in land development, infrastructure, or project management or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Nice To Haves

• 12 or more years of experience in land development, infrastructure, or project management.
• Familiarity with data center operations and site development and construction processes.
• Demonstrated ability to support large-scale initiatives and cross-functional teams.
• Experience conducting feasibility studies and evaluating potential sites for development.
• Knowledge of environmental assessments, zoning regulations, and land use planning.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams, including engineers, planners, and consultants.
• Build trust with the client, local communities and regulatory bodies.
• Support identification and evaluation of land opportunities aligned with long-term data center growth.
• Accountable for the overall results of a project or groups of projects, including goal setting, team leadership and adherence to budget and schedule.
• Perform various management, leadership and people accountability responsibilities for a specific technical group or department.
• Drive to completion due diligence, zoning, permitting, and entitlement processes.
• Plan and monitor risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
• Reinforce a culture of accountability, innovation, and open communication.
• Recruits, trains, and provides management guidance to less experienced staff.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits
• Paid time off
• Leaves of absences
• Voluntary benefits
• Perks
• Flexible work options
• Well-being resources
• Employee assistance program
• Business travel insurance
• Service recognition awards
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee stock purchase plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree