Principal Engineering Project Manager - Data Center Mission Critical

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Principal Engineering Project Manager - Data Center Mission Critical in the United States.

This role offers the opportunity to lead complex engineering projects for mission-critical data center initiatives, overseeing all aspects from planning and proposal development to execution and delivery. You will manage multidisciplinary teams of engineers, designers, and subcontractors while maintaining client satisfaction through clear communication, high-quality deliverables, and strong relationship management. The position requires strategic oversight of project schedules, budgets, and risk, ensuring timely and successful outcomes across multiple simultaneous projects. You will also contribute to business development through proposal support and identification of new opportunities. This is a highly collaborative, client-facing role, with some travel to project and client sites required. The role is ideal for an experienced engineering project manager seeking to impact high-stakes data center operations and deliver innovative solutions.

Accountabilities:

Lead engineering projects from proposal development through execution, managing schedules, budgets, risk, and scope to ensure successful project outcomes
Serve as the primary liaison with clients, maintaining strong relationships and providing exceptional service and professionalism
Oversee engineers, designers, and subcontractors, ensuring quality deliverables that meet internal and client standards
Develop and implement comprehensive project plans, including work breakdown structures, communication strategies, and risk mitigation approaches
Support business development through proposal preparation, project scope management, and identification of new client opportunities
Monitor contract compliance, financial performance, and project metrics, reporting on progress and implementing recovery plans when needed
Travel to client facilities as required to coordinate project execution and on-site activities

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering OR PMP certification with 10 years of experience in engineering consulting, project management, or data center operations
Minimum of 6 years of experience managing engineering projects or working as an engineer in consulting or data center environments
PMP certification preferred; experience with hyperscale data centers is a plus
Skilled in proposal development, cost/workhour estimating, scope, schedule, and budget management for multiple projects simultaneously
Knowledge of earned value management, contract language, and reporting practices
Strong organizational, strategic planning, and team coordination skills
Excellent written, technical, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across disciplines and teams
Proficient with MS Project, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Ability to travel 10%-15% for fieldwork or client site visits

Benefits:

Competitive salary range: USD $140,000 - $185,000 per year
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement savings plan (401k)
Paid time off and holidays
Professional development opportunities and career growth
Supportive work culture emphasizing innovation, excellence, and collaboration
Flexible remote work options depending on location and project needs

How Jobgether works:

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

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