Senior Project Manager-Substation Design Execution

CBRE
Boston, MA

About the role

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for providing consulting services to our global technology client's data center accounts to help achieve the company's strategic business objectives. Acting as Owner's Rep., the candidate will manage the design & pre-construction of HV/MV electrical substations for large hyperscale data centers across North America. The SPM will facilitate \"page-turn design reviews\" and substation equipment fabrication reviews at 30%, 60%, and 100% levels of completion.

This job is part of the Project Management function responsible for the management of projects from initiation through completion. The Sr. Project Manager provides oversight of the design process from the substation basis of design stage through issuance of construction drawings.

What you'll do

Author a design and/or design and build scopes of work for substation contracts and gain agreement from internal team members.

Manage proposal reviews, and issue and administer contracts and contracts award.

Facilitate planning and kickoff workshops with internal & external collaborators.

Facilitate design reviews in partnership with external partners. Lead large scale workshops as necessary.

Track of cost, schedule, progress and scope. Provide health reporting on cost, schedule, scope and progress.

Build optimal design teams from matrixed internal collaborators and the strategic procurement of external partners.

Change management for project scope and design contracts.

Coordinate design activities with procurement and construction.

Ensure the issuance of engineering information in clear communication with all internal team members and external partners.

Support in design risk evaluation, risk management and budget control throughout the product life cycle.

Monitor and track proposal and contract schedules and generate weekly progress reports.

Support contract negotiation, typically in concert with the Owner Program Manager and legal counsel, including establishment of all General Contractor "business terms" including mark-ups, fees, insurance, labor rates, partner concern.

Provide / gather cost estimates working with subs and other vendors for scope gaps and changes. Ensure QA/QC process is being followed and report any issues/gaps.

What you'll need

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

  • Bachelor's Degree preferred with 8-10 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered.

  • Project Management Professional (PMP) and/or Professional licensure (PE) is preferred LEED AP preferred.

  • 5+ years of experience with substation delivery and/or mission critical facilities.

  • Experience and general knowledge of cross subject area teams: structural, civil, IT/Telecom, security, mechanical, architectural.

  • Knowledge of Google Workspace, Autodesk, and Revit experience is helpful.

  • Expert organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mentality with ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment.

Why CBRE?

  • FORTUNE 500 #126

  • FORTUNE Most Admired Company #1 in real estate for third consecutive year; Ten years in a row on the list!

  • Forbes Named one of the best large employers in America and one of the World's Best Employers!

  • Role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, and Vision Insurance

Please be advised that effective January 1, 2025, CBRE Project Management and Turner & Townsend were 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.

Turner & Townsend 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 $210,000 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 Turner & Townsend's applicable benefit program. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have 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 [email protected] 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)

Posted 2026-03-21

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