Senior Project Manager - Data Centre Land Development
Senior Project Manager - Data Centre Land Development
đź“Ť Austin, TX
đź’° Competitive Base Salary + Bonus + Long-Term Career Progression
🏢 Hybrid Flexibility
Lead Mission-Critical Development Projects Across Texas
A nationally recognised engineering and consulting firm is seeking a Senior Project Manager to support the continued growth of its Data Centre Land Development practice in Austin.
This role offers the opportunity to lead some of the most complex site development projects in the market as demand for hyperscale data centres continues to surge across Texas. You'll work closely with major developers, technology clients, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver large-scale, mission-critical facilities from due diligence through construction.
With a strong existing presence in land development and a significant pipeline of data centre work, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Manager looking to step into a highly visible leadership role.
Why Join?
- Lead cutting-edge data centre developments throughout Texas and the broader US market
- Work alongside nationally recognised industry experts
- Strong backlog of mission-critical and large-scale private development projects
- Clear pathway towards Associate, Director, and Practice Leadership roles
- Collaborative, employee-focused culture with excellent retention
- Access to multidisciplinary resources across planning, environmental, surveying, and engineering teams
Key Responsibilities
- Manage complex land development projects from entitlement through construction
- Serve as the primary client contact for major data centre and mission-critical developments
- Lead multidisciplinary project teams and coordinate internal resources
- Oversee project schedules, budgets, staffing, and deliverables
- Review and oversee site design packages including grading, drainage, utility, and stormwater systems
- Develop and maintain strong client relationships
- Mentor junior and mid-level staff engineers
- Support business development and strategic growth initiatives
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
- PE Licence required
- 8+ years of land development experience
- Previous project management experience on large commercial, industrial, mission-critical, or data centre projects
- Strong understanding of site development, utilities, drainage, and permitting processes
- Proven ability to manage project financials and clients
- Strong leadership and communication skills
Ideal Background
Experience managing projects such as:
- Data Centres
- Industrial Parks
- Distribution & Logistics Facilities
- Corporate Campuses
- Large Commercial Developments
- Mission-Critical Infrastructure
Compensation & Benefits
- Highly competitive salary
- Performance-based bonus
- Comprehensive healthcare package
- 401(k) with company contribution
- Hybrid working schedule
- Professional development support
- Clear leadership progression opportunities
This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Project Manager who wants to work on some of the most high-profile data centre developments in the country while joining a firm known for technical excellence, career progression, and long-term stability.
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