Senior Utility Infrastructure Manager - Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

Turner & Townsend is seeking a Senior Utility Infrastructure Manager to support the delivery of large‑scale utility and renewable‑energy‑linked infrastructure within a major data center construction program. This role will help coordinate high‑capacity electrical connections, off‑site generation partners, and supporting infrastructure essential to mission‑critical facilities. Must be willing to travel regularly to project sites and client locations as required.

Requirements

• Must be willing to travel regularly to project sites and client locations as required.
• Experience delivering utility, electrical, industrial, renewable‑energy, or mission‑critical infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of large‑scale power delivery, electrical construction, and coordination with utility providers.
• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field required.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and workstreams across complex project environments.
• Commercial awareness related to contracts, procurement, risk, and change management.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and problem‑solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Additional training or certifications (e.g., PMP, PE) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of major electrical utility infrastructure required for large‑scale data center developments.
• Coordinate with external partners involved in power generation, renewable energy, and large‑scale electrical construction.
• Oversee interfaces related to grid connections, transmission capacity, and supporting infrastructure.
• Assist with planning and monitoring of long‑lead equipment, power delivery milestones, and construction activities tied to off‑site and on‑site utility infrastructure.
• Collaborate with design teams, contractors, utility providers, and renewable‑energy partners on technical and delivery requirements.
• Support development of schedules, risk assessments, and reporting for utility‑related workstreams.
• Contribute to governance, health & safety requirements, and program assurance activities.
• Support procurement strategies related to electrical infrastructure packages and external utility scopes.
• Assist with cost reviews, change assessments, and commercial risk evaluation.
• Review contractor proposals, schedules, and documentation to ensure alignment with program requirements.
• Provide oversight and field coordination for electrical utility and energy‑related construction activities.
• Support resolution of technical issues and interface conflicts across multiple project stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, environmental, and quality standards.

What This Job Offers

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