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CBRE · 14 hours ago

Sr. Project Manager - Data Center

CBRE is a global leader in commercial real estate services and investment. The Project Manager will lead the delivery of various network infrastructure and cabling projects, ensuring successful execution and client satisfaction.

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Responsibilities

The project manager is accountable for effective project management and delivery of their projects. The PM will work with the extended site team to develop the program schedule and establish key milestones for delivery of the program ensuring all financial targets, schedule targets are met in alignment to the customers’ goals. The PM will identify and acquire all resources required by revising as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements
During the pre-construction phase, continuously evaluate the materials and products being proposed for constructability and feasibility. Oversee and at times prepare the cost estimate at multiple stages. Initiate and coordinate the design efforts and the value engineering processes
Schedule the project in logical steps and budget time required to meet deadlines
Determine labor requirements and dispatch workers to construction sites
Facilitate travel for technicians traveling to the project site
Coordinates with the superintendent
Inspect and review projects to monitor compliance with codes and other regulations
Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to staff, workers, and clients, representing the owner
Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with designers, consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors
Obtain all necessary permits and licenses
Direct and supervise team members in the office and on site
Study job specifications to determine appropriate construction means and methods
Solicit, negotiate, select, contract, and oversee material suppliers, subcontractors who complete specific pieces of the project
Requisition of supplies and materials to complete construction projects
Prepare and submit budget estimates and progress and cost tracking reports
Develop and implement quality control programs
Take action to deal with the results of delays, bad weather, or emergencies at the construction site
Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, and designers to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems
Plan, organize, and direct activities concerned with the construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems
Investigate damage, accidents, or delays at construction sites, to ensure that proper procedures are being carried out
Evaluate construction means and methods to determine cost-effectiveness of plans
Manage, cost/budget, and communicate the contract changes process
Developing and maintaining the project schedule
Develop and maintain the project financial plan
Prepare, maintain, and complete all aspects of the DL Way (project management playbook)
Completes all weekly and monthly reporting and projections
Train and develop project team
Invoicing client
Equipment and material purchasing
The Project Manager reviews all job cost postings for accuracy and completeness, including but not limited to, the preparation of invoices, customer collections and periodic financial reporting to the customer and management
The PM will additionally mange all associated aspects of the program including the Safety & Environment program, the quality assurance program and material logistics
The Project Manager will recruit, hire, train, manage, supervise, promote, discipline and discharge, if necessary, all project related staff
The Project Manager will manage all human resource issues (and escalate as needed) per Company policies and procedures
Coordinate and partner effectively with internal and external design, construction, network, and facility partners
Proactively communicate program status and risks to all stakeholders
Prepare and take corrective action to address concerns and challenges
The Project Manager acts as the Company liaison to the client for the program maintaining a high level of client satisfaction, ensuring a collaborative environment across all parties
The project manager is expected to be on the job site and be present for active on-stie project management responsibilities

Qualification

Construction ManagementData Center ExperienceContract NegotiationProject ManagementMicrosoft OfficeClient EngagementPMP CertificationTelecommunications CertificationTeam LeadershipCoachingOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementMentoring

Required

Bachelor's degree in computer science, business management, electrical engineering, construction management or similar experience
10 + years of direct work experience in any of these areas: construction management, data centers, or structured cabling environment
Track record of delivering mission critical programs on time, within budget, and to applicable build, quality, and safety standards
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Contract negotiation and administration experience
Experience building and leading teams
Experience in assessing, coaching, and mentoring direct reports and vendor teams
Organizational, time management and coordination skills across multiple disciplines preferred
Client Engagement experience in similar programs
Understanding of program management fundamentals such as earned value management, SPI, CPI and other project tracking metrics

Preferred

Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification preferred
BICSI RCDD or similar Telecommunications certifications preferred

Benefits

Relocation assistance and sign-on bonuses may be available on select positions only, for qualified candidates based on role requirements and experience.

Company

Operating across every dimension of commercial real estate, CBRE sees more so you can do more.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$3.8B
Key Investors
Athene Capital
2025-11-05Post Ipo Debt· $750M
2025-04-29Post Ipo Debt· $1.1B
2024-02-20Post Ipo Debt· $500M

Leadership Team

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Adam Gallistel
Co-CEO and CIO
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Andrew Glanzman
Chief Executive Officer of CBRE’s Real Estate Investments
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