Senior Project Manager Data Center Construction @ Turner & Townsend
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Company Overview
Turner & Townsend is a global consultancy delivering transformational projects from inception to completion. With over 22,000 specialists in 60+ countries, they combine local knowledge with global insight to tackle projects of every scale.
Job Description
Turner & Townsend is seeking a Senior Project Manager Data Center Construction to lead a large-scale, innovative data center construction project for a leading technology client. This role is responsible for all aspects of project delivery, from initial planning through to commissioning and close out.
Responsibilities
Pre-construction / Design / Planning:
- Collaborate with GC and AE to create the Master Project Schedule.
- Assist in establishing the project budget including soft and hard costs.
- Support negotiation of contracts in concert with client PMs and legal counsel.
- Coordinate design team activities and ensure compliance with municipal regulations.
- Manage cost estimates, value engineering efforts, and contract scope changes.
Construction:
- Oversee GC and contracted vendors with onsite construction management.
- Enforce quality control and compliance with standards and EHS policies.
- Lead procurement and coordinate owner-furnished equipment installation.
- Track project financials, change orders, and cash flow.
- Ensure robust document control, submittal tracking, and QA/QC processes.
Close Out:
- Initiate project close out process well in advance of completion.
- Establish documentation requirements and secure all close out documents.
- Manage punch list, substantial & final completion processes.
- Finalize outstanding financials, including change orders and retention payments.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate has formal project management training, experience in consultancy and construction, and a proven track record in high-quality project delivery. Must be detail oriented with strong communication skills and adept at problem-solving in fast-paced environments. Experience in data center construction is preferred. A background that includes SOX control responsibilities is a plus. Preferred education includes an MBA or Bachelor’s in Construction Management, Business Administration, Project Management, Engineering, or a related field.
Additional Information
This role may require on-site presence based on client needs. Turner & Townsend offers a dynamic, inclusive culture and a healthy work-life balance. They value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. For more details, visit www.turnerandtownsend.com.
Key skills/competency
- Project Management
- Construction
- Data Center
- Budgeting
- Scheduling
- Quality Control
- Contract Negotiation
- Procurement
- Document Control
- Team Coordination
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