Senior Project Manager, Data Centers

JLL • Madison, CO

2d • $126,600 - $155,000 • Onsite

About The Position

JLL is hiring a Senior Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of fast-track data center and mission-critical projects. The role is responsible for project execution, scope, schedule, budget, technical coordination, and stakeholder management across assigned projects. The Senior Project Manager works independently with clients, vendors, contractors, and cross-functional teams to deliver projects safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with client requirements and JLL standards.

The position leads projects from planning through execution and closeout; manages project plans, schedules, budgets, forecasts, financials, change orders, procurement, and contract deliverables; and identifies and mitigates risks. It serves as the primary client and stakeholder contact, leads project meetings and communications, and coordinates technical and site activities with engineering teams, subcontractors, service providers, equipment vendors, and suppliers. The role also oversees field progress and technical execution, supports constructability reviews and execution readiness, promotes site safety, and leads MOP coordination, shutdown planning, operational risk reviews, quality control, compliance, and inspections.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience, and at least seven years of relevant project management experience. The position is on-site in New York, NY or Washington, DC, with extensive active construction-site work (up to 80% as required) and project travel outside the local region (up to 50% as needed). Visa sponsorship is not provided; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Expected compensation is $126,600–$155,000 per year. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until a candidate is identified.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience is considered.
• At least 7 years of project management experience in data center, industrial, mission-critical, or equivalent construction environments.
• Experience managing project scope, schedule, budget, contractors, and stakeholder communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Working knowledge of mission-critical building systems, including electrical, mechanical, cooling, and critical power infrastructure.
• Experience supporting construction, commissioning, testing, turnover, or related project activities in active operational environments.
• Proficiency with project management, scheduling, and financial tracking tools.
• Strong communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively across clients, contractors, vendors, and technical teams.
• Willingness to work extensively in active construction-site environments, up to 80% on-site as required, and travel for projects outside the local region, up to 50% as needed.
• Authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Data center construction and/or infrastructure project experience, including familiarity with critical power, cooling systems, commissioning, and operational constraints in live environments.
• Experience with design-build, EPC, phased, or fast-track project delivery models where aggressive timelines are a core project requirement.
• Familiarity with mission-critical infrastructure systems including UPS, generators, switchgear, chillers, CRAC/CRAH units, and building management systems.
• Experience supporting commissioning activities, shutdown planning, and MOP development for mission-critical operations.
• Professional certifications such as PMP, CCM, PE, EIT, or other relevant industry credentials.
• Experience leading speed-to-market delivery for colocation operators or hyperscale clients where aggressive timelines are a core business requirement.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects through planning, execution, and closeout to deliver approved scope on schedule, within budget, and in alignment with client requirements and JLL standards.
• Develop and manage project plans, schedules, budgets, forecasts, and reporting.
• Manage project financials, change orders, procurement, and contract deliverables throughout project execution.
• Identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and engage senior leadership to resolve issues affecting scope, schedule, budget, or client objectives.
• Support and guide less experienced project staff across assigned projects.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, contractors, vendors, and project stakeholders throughout project execution.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with clients, vendors, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Lead project meetings, stakeholder coordination, and project communications.
• Coordinate project and site activities with subcontractors, service providers, equipment vendors, and suppliers.
• Collaborate on constructability reviews, technical planning, shutdown coordination, and execution readiness.
• Align project execution with design requirements, operational constraints, shutdown requirements, and applicable client and industry standards.
• Oversee field progress, contractor activities, and technical execution to support quality, compliance, and project readiness.
• Drive resolution of technical and site-related issues affecting project execution.
• Promote and reinforce site safety requirements and safe work practices.
• Lead MOP coordination, shutdown planning, and operational risk reviews for planned facility activities.
• Maintain quality control processes, compliance requirements, and inspections throughout the project lifecycle.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay
• Supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package prioritizing mental, physical, and emotional health

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior