Senior Project Manager, Data Centers - Cushman & Wakefield

Key Responsibilities

• Direct the full project lifecycle for data center and mission‑critical facilities, from concept and business development through design, construction, commissioning and handover.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, budgets, and risk registers, ensuring alignment with client expectations and corporate financial targets.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams—including architects, engineers, contractors, and technology partners—to deliver technically sound, resilient infrastructure.
• Manage client and internal stakeholder relationships, providing regular status updates, issue resolution and change‑order administration.
• Implement best‑practice construction and safety standards, overseeing quality control, regulatory compliance and performance testing.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience managing large‑scale data center or mission‑critical construction projects.
• Proven track record in project budgeting, schedule control and risk mitigation.
• Strong knowledge of data center design standards (e.g., Uptime Institute, TIA‑942) and construction methodologies.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with ability to influence senior executives and external partners.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field; PMP or equivalent certification preferred.