Senior Project Manager - Data Center Construction

Company: Turner & Townsend
Location: Pittsburgh
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Company Description 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. Job Description Turner & Townsend are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to oversee the delivery of a large-scale, mission-critical data center project in Beaver County, PA . This role involves managing all phases of the project from preconstruction through commissioning and handover, while ensuring safety, quality, schedule, and budget objectives are met. The Senior Project Manager will coordinate design, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities, focusing on complex MEP systems and high-reliability standards typical of data center environments. Responsibilities Manage the full lifecycle of the data center project from preconstruction through commissioning and handover. Define project execution plans, governance, and controls for scope, cost, schedule, risk, and quality. Prepare and deliver executive-level reporting, including dashboards, cost forecasts, and schedule updates. Develop and maintain project budgets; implement cost controls and value engineering strategies. Create and manage detailed CPM schedules (Primavera P6/MS Project); monitor critical path and ensure milestone adherence. Coordinate design integration and preconstruction activities; review constructability of complex MEP systems. Ensure compliance with codes, permitting, and regulatory requirements. Manage RFIs, submittals, and design change processes. Support procurement and contracting processes; manage vendor performance and enforce contractual obligations. Drive stakeholder engagement, including client representatives, local authorities, and third-party consultants. Oversee daily site operations; ensure safety, quality, and adherence to specifications across civil, structural, architectural, and MEP workstreams. Monitor and enforce safety programs in alignment with OSHA and company standards. Drive quality assurance and commissioning activities; support MEP testing and integrated systems testing (IST) through project closeout. Manage risk proactively by identifying potential issues early and implementing mitigation strategies. Ensure compliance with environmental and regulatory requirements, including permitting and inspections. Lead and mentor project team members; foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable. Qualifications 7 years of experience in construction/project management, with significant exposure to mission-critical or power-intensive projects. Proven ability to manage large-scale projects end-to-end, including design coordination, construction oversight, and commissioning. Strong understanding of MEP systems design, constructability, and commissioning processes. Proficiency in CPM scheduling, cost management, risk management, and change control. Experience managing general contractors and specialty vendors; implementing QA/QC programs and ensuring safety compliance. Familiarity with utility coordination and projects adjacent to on-site generation or substation infrastructure. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field (advanced degree preferred). Professional certifications such as PMP, PE, or CCM are advantageous. Skilled in project controls and delivery tools (Primavera P6/MS Project, Bluebeam, BIM/Navisworks/Revit, commissioning platforms). Knowledge of relevant standards and codes (TIA-942, NFPA, NEC, IBC) and permitting processes. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills; ability to thrive in fast-paced environments. Additional Information *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. Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/ and https://www.heery.com/ 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: Twitter Instagram LinkedIn 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 of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review.

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