Senior Project Manager - Data Center Construction (Anticipated Opening)

Senior Project Manager – Data Center Construction (Anticipated Opening) Full-time Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programs as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success. Our capabilities include program, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier program, project and cost management offering in markets around the world. Turner & Townsend is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our team as a key contributor to the successful execution of data center construction projects, working closely with the Project Director and/or Senior Project Manager to coordinate contractor and vendor communications while overseeing day-to-day project activities. This role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, effective communication, and the ability to operate with both strategic awareness and tactical precision in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities : Support the planning and execution of turnkey building projects from pre-construction through commissioning. Assist with entitlements and permitting processes to ensure timely approvals. Review and support development of project schedules, identifying risks and opportunities. Manage design deliverables and track RFIs, submittals, and change orders. Partner with Operations on Methods of Procedure (MOPs) and commissioning activities. Coordinate logistics for major equipment deliveries and installation sequencing. Conduct routine site observations to monitor progress, quality, and compliance. Ensure adherence to safety standards, regulatory requirements, and quality benchmarks. Monitor compliance with environmental and sustainability requirements. Support budget reviews, invoice validation, and cost tracking. Contribute to RFP development and bid evaluation processes. Prepare meeting documentation, action items, and follow-up reports. Prepare materials for monthly and quarterly reporting to leadership. Maintain accurate and timely communication with all stakeholders. Drive issue resolution and escalate critical risks to project leadership. Support risk management planning and implement mitigation strategies. Assist in resource planning and allocation across multiple workstreams. Foster strong relationships with contractors, vendors, and internal teams to maintain alignment. Mentor junior team members and contribute to team development. SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable. Experience in construction project management within large-scale, mission-critical or data center environments. Strong understanding of construction processes, scheduling, and cost management. Knowledge of RFIs, submittals, change management, and OFCI coordination. Familiarity with safety regulations, building codes, and compliance standards. Experience with sustainability and environmental compliance in construction projects. Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera) and document control systems. Knowledge of risk management frameworks and ability to implement mitigation plans. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships and resolve conflicts effectively. Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines in a dynamic environment. Experience preparing executive-level reports and presentations. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Strong financial acumen for cost analysis and forecasting. Ability to mentor junior team members and contribute to team development. Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field. PMP or equivalent certification preferred. Ability to work on-site and travel as needed for project oversight. *On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs. Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change. We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects: It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time. Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property ofTurner & Townsend and arenot subject to payment of agency fees. 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