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Job Description
Industrial Project Manager
Data Centers
at CDM Smith in Pocatello, Idaho, United States
Job Description
44475BR
Requisition ID:
44475BR
Business Unit:
IND
Job Description:
This position can be based in any of our CDM Smith offices
Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.
CDM Smith is seeking a Data Center Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of complex, mission-critical data center projects for our clients nationwide.
This high-impact role focuses on managing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk while coordinating multi-disciplinary teams and stakeholders across all phases of project delivery.
The ideal candidate will have proven experience managing consulting, engineering, design-build, and/or EPC (engineer, procure, construct) projects for data centers, including power delivery, water systems, and civil/site works. Experience should span all project phases, from site identification and due diligence through planning, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout. This individual will help data center clients implement planning and capital programs, meet water management objectives, address power requirements, and deliver safe, high-quality outcomes aligned with client standards and operational needs.
As an integral member of our dynamic Industrial team, the Data Center Project Manager will contribute by:
Managing delivery of data center projects and/or programs, serving as the primary point of contact for day-to-day project execution with major clients in the U.S.
Leading and managing teams to develop and execute project scope, schedule, and budget, including work planning, staffing, cost control, and change management.
Managing projects from early concept development through detailed design, procurement support, construction administration, commissioning, and closeout for mission-critical facilities.
Leading internal and external coordination across engineering disciplines, constructors, vendors, and client stakeholders to support on-time and on-budget delivery.
Managing project financial performance, including forecasting, invoicing, earned value (as applicable), and timely identification/escalation of risks and opportunities.
Serving as a mentor and leader of multi-disciplinary project teams, promoting collaboration, accountability, and consistent project execution.
Performing and leading technical problem solving with engineering teams; coordinating with lead practitioners, quality managers, and key technical specialists to resolve complex