CBRE
Data Center Design Execution Senior Project Manager
Job ID
227238
Posted
03-Jul-2025
Service line
PJM Segment
Role type
Full-time
Areas of Interest
Construction, Data Centers, Project Management
Location(s)
Remote - US - Remote - US - United States of America
About the Role:
The Design Project Manager will be responsible for managing the design process from campus planning/basis of design stage through issuance of construction drawings. This includes building matrixed design teams from Google's internal design and external design services partners/providers, facilitating the creation of a shared plan for the execution, and oversight of construction administration services provided by the external design team in support of construction activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of design and building construction, in addition to excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
What You'll Do:
Facilitate planning and kickoff workshops with internal & external stakeholders
Facilitate design reviews in partnership with external partners
Facilitate large scale workshops as necessary
Author scopes of work for contracts and gain buy-in from internal stakeholders
Issue and administer contracts
Define and track deliverables from various parties
Track of cost, schedule, progress and scope
Provide health reporting on cost, schedule, scope and progress
Build optimal design teams from matrixed internal stakeholders and the strategic procurement of external partners
Change management for project scope and design contracts
Facilitate technical decisions in-line with project needs
Coordinate design activities with procurement and construction
Provide clear and transparent communication with all internal stakeholder and external partners
Ensure the issuance of engineering information to the right party, at the right time, in the right format
What You'll Need:
Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or a related field
Professional licensure (PE, NCARB, RA, or equivalent) is strongly preferred
Prior experience with data center design and/or construction preferred. Examples of design and/or construction of acceptable non-data center projects: healthcare (hospitals), large commercial (high rise), laboratory, manufacturing facilities (fabs), high power (power plants)
Minimum 3 years of design project management experience is required
7+ years of experience in design and/or construction project management is strongly preferred
Strong experience in understanding design principles and practices
Intermediate understanding of construction principles and practices
Experience managing and coordinating project teams
Experience in the preparation of project plans, specifications
Experience drafting scopes of work
Experience with government regulations, entitlements a plus
Experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong leadership and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Disclaimer:
Please be advised that effective January 1, 2025, CBRE Project Management and Turner & Townsend will be consolidated into a single global business entity. As a candidate applying for a position, you should be aware that while your initial employment may be with CBRE Project Management, you will subsequently transfer to the newly formed entity that encompasses both organizations.
CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for this position is $180,000 annually and the maximum salary for this position is $200,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE's applicable benefit program. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.
The application window is anticipated to close on September 25, 2025 and may be extended as needed. Or to express interest in similar roles, visit CBRE.com/careers.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Candidate Accommodations:
CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company's success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)
Job ID
227238
Posted
03-Jul-2025
Service line
PJM Segment
Role type
Full-time
Areas of Interest
Construction, Data Centers, Project Management
Location(s)
Remote - US - Remote - US - United States of America
About the Role:
The Design Project Manager will be responsible for managing the design process from campus planning/basis of design stage through issuance of construction drawings. This includes building matrixed design teams from Google's internal design and external design services partners/providers, facilitating the creation of a shared plan for the execution, and oversight of construction administration services provided by the external design team in support of construction activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of design and building construction, in addition to excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
What You'll Do:
Facilitate planning and kickoff workshops with internal & external stakeholders
Facilitate design reviews in partnership with external partners
Facilitate large scale workshops as necessary
Author scopes of work for contracts and gain buy-in from internal stakeholders
Issue and administer contracts
Define and track deliverables from various parties
Track of cost, schedule, progress and scope
Provide health reporting on cost, schedule, scope and progress
Build optimal design teams from matrixed internal stakeholders and the strategic procurement of external partners
Change management for project scope and design contracts
Facilitate technical decisions in-line with project needs
Coordinate design activities with procurement and construction
Provide clear and transparent communication with all internal stakeholder and external partners
Ensure the issuance of engineering information to the right party, at the right time, in the right format
What You'll Need:
Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or a related field
Professional licensure (PE, NCARB, RA, or equivalent) is strongly preferred
Prior experience with data center design and/or construction preferred. Examples of design and/or construction of acceptable non-data center projects: healthcare (hospitals), large commercial (high rise), laboratory, manufacturing facilities (fabs), high power (power plants)
Minimum 3 years of design project management experience is required
7+ years of experience in design and/or construction project management is strongly preferred
Strong experience in understanding design principles and practices
Intermediate understanding of construction principles and practices
Experience managing and coordinating project teams
Experience in the preparation of project plans, specifications
Experience drafting scopes of work
Experience with government regulations, entitlements a plus
Experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong leadership and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Disclaimer:
Please be advised that effective January 1, 2025, CBRE Project Management and Turner & Townsend will be consolidated into a single global business entity. As a candidate applying for a position, you should be aware that while your initial employment may be with CBRE Project Management, you will subsequently transfer to the newly formed entity that encompasses both organizations.
CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for this position is $180,000 annually and the maximum salary for this position is $200,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE's applicable benefit program. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.
The application window is anticipated to close on September 25, 2025 and may be extended as needed. Or to express interest in similar roles, visit CBRE.com/careers.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Candidate Accommodations:
CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company's success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)