Power Systems Project Manager, Data Center Focus

Company DescriptionPower Systems Project Manager, Data Center FocusBoston, MA | Syracuse, NY | Arlington, VA | Chicago, IL | Houston, TX | HybridAre you a project delivery leader who wants to help shape how the country's fastest-growing power consumers get connected to the grid? Do you want to own the schedule, budget, and client relationship on high-visibility data center and mission-critical power projects, instead of just contributing to them? Are you energized by leading multi-disciplinary teams through the full lifecycle of a project, from early-stage feasibility through construction support?If this sounds like you, or you're curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our Power Systems Department as our new Power Systems Project Manager, Data Center Focus, and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.About RambollFounded in Denmark, Ramboll is a foundation-owned people company. We have more than 18,000 experts working across our global operations in 35 countries. Our experts are leaders in their fields, developing and delivering innovative solutions in diverse markets including Buildings, Transport, Planning & Urban Design, Water, Environment & Health, Energy, and Management Consulting. We invite you to contribute to a more sustainable future working in an open, collaborative, and empowering company. Combining local experience with global knowledge, we together shape the societies of tomorrow.Job DescriptionYour new roleAs our new Power Systems Project Manager, Data Center Focus, you will take full ownership of project planning, execution, and delivery for a growing portfolio of data center, mission-critical, and pre-investment infrastructure clients. You will manage scope, schedule, and budget across multi-disciplinary engagements spanning substation design, generation and load interconnection, and early-stage site feasibility, serving as the primary point of contact for clients who often have limited in-house experience navigating energy infrastructure development.You will work closely with our technical leads across substation engineering, protection and control, and interconnection to keep integrated, constructible designs on track, while also representing Ramboll directly with investors, property developers, and economic development agencies evaluating pre-investment opportunities.Your key responsibilities will be:Own project plans, schedules, and budgets for data center and mission-critical power engagements, tracking performance against milestones and financial targets and driving corrective action when neededServe as the primary client contact for data center developers, investors, property developers, and economic development agencies, translating client objectives into actionable project scope and guiding clients with limited energy-infrastructure experience through the development pathwayLead multi-disciplinary coordination across substation design, protection and control, civil/structural, power generation, and interconnection disciplines to ensure integrated, constructible project deliveryManage subconsultants, vendors, and contract administration in support of assigned projectsSupport early-stage feasibility studies, power availability assessments, and preliminary master planning for pre-investment and greenfield data center site opportunitiesIdentify and manage project risks, developing and tracking mitigation strategies in coordination with technical leadsLead preparation of proposals, fee estimates, and client presentations, contributing to business development for the data center and mission-critical client segmentEnsure compliance with Ramboll QA/QC procedures and applicable industry standards throughout project executionMentor Assistant Project Managers and early-career staff supporting your projectsCoordinate with our Interconnection and Substation Engineering teams to ensure client-facing commitments are technically grounded and deliverableYour new teamYou will be part of an elite team of power system engineers and play a pivotal role in delivering advanced solutions for a wide variety of clients, including energy-intensive industries like semiconductor manufacturing, municipal entities, data center mega campuses, and pioneers in renewable energy. With our substantial growth, seize the opportunity to shape our strategy and contribute to our agile team's rich pipeline of projects.With growth horizons in cutting-edge domains like HVDC, solar photovoltaics, and offshore wind, our energetic and inventive team, bolstered by global specialists, is committed to advancing Ramboll's reach across the US, notably in states championing progressive climate objectives and sustainability measures. At the heart of our mission is the conviction that electricity is the cornerstone of the green transition toward a carbon-neutral future. Join us in our unwavering pursuit to realize this vision.QualificationsAbout youFrom the moment you start at Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you can continue to grow with the company. While we look forward to supporting your continued learning and development, for this role we have identified some qualifications, skills, and capabilities that will set you up for success.These include:Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or a closely related field7+ years of experience in power systems or electrical infrastructure project delivery, with demonstrated ownership of project scope, schedule, and budgetExperience supporting data center, mission-critical, or large-load client engagements is strongly preferredWorking knowledge of substation design, power generation, generation/load interconnection processes, and transmission planning fundamentalsFamiliarity with ISO/RTO interconnection queue processes (e.g., ISO-NE, NYISO, PJM) and their implications for project schedule and risk is a plusDemonstrated ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams and subconsultants on complex infrastructure projectsPMP certification, or active pursuit of PMP, is a plusProfessional Engineering (PE) license is a plus but not requiredExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to advise clients who have limited energy-infrastructure development experienceProven track record contributing to proposals, fee estimation, and business developmentWhat we can offer youFlexible work environmentInvestment in your developmentLeaders you can count on, guided by our Leadership PrinciplesBe valued for the unique person you areNever be short of inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projectsThe long-term thinking of a foundation-owned companyDirect exposure to Ramboll's fastest-growing client segment: data centers, mission-critical power, and pre-investment infrastructure developmentAdditional InformationReady to join us?​Please submit your application. Be sure to include all relevant documents including your CV, cover letter, etc.Work at the heart of sustainable changeRamboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. We believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. At Ramboll, our core strength is our people, and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh, diverse, and innovative perspectives. We respect, embrace, and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can flourish and realize their full potential.Where People FlourishOur mission is to create sustainable societies where people and nature flourish. This means that a culture of inclusion is embedded in everything we do. Our people bring diverse backgrounds and experiences to the company, enabling us to deliver innovative and forward-thinking solutions to our clients. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. At Ramboll, we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach to work. We are committed to equal employment opportunity, regardless of age, disability or medical condition, gender identity, marriage and domestic partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, ancestry, or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation, military service and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Ramboll wants to ensure opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. So, please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us View email address on click.appcast.io such requests.Salary Transparency StatementAt Ramboll, we are committed to fair and transparent compensation practices that support our people and our purpose of creating sustainable societies. The anticipated base salary range for this position is $95,000 to $140,000 per year. This range reflects the compensation wereasonablyexpect to offer at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and internal equity. Because we operate across multiple U.S. markets, pay may differ depending on the cost of labor in specific locations. In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for bonus, overtime or other forms of compensation and we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports well-being, professional development, and work-life balance. Our recruiters are happy to share more about the specific salary range and total rewards package applicable to your location during the hiring process.​ Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application.​All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.SummaryType: Full-timeFunction: EngineeringExperience level: AssociateIndustry: Civil Engineering