Civil Design Lead PM - Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend•San Francisco, CA

16h

About The Position

Turner & Townsend is seeking an Associate Director of Project Management (Civil Design Lead – SME) to join our team. This role serves as a key member of the management team, supporting the Director of Project Management in driving growth, technical excellence, and profitability across the business unit. The Civil Design Lead provides subject‑matter expertise in civil engineering for data center development projects, oversees design consultants, ensures regulatory compliance, and leads the successful delivery of complex infrastructure programs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, architecture, or a related field; a graduate degree is preferred.
Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in civil engineering design and project management within the construction or infrastructure industry.
Strong technical expertise in civil engineering design for large‑scale developments; data center experience preferred.
Proven experience managing engineering consultants, reviewing technical deliverables, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Demonstrated ability to manage client accounts effectively and build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Experience leading teams of project managers and technical staff.
Strong understanding of the full construction project life cycle, from early due diligence through design, permitting, and construction.
Business development experience, including identifying cross‑selling opportunities and supporting proposal development.
Excellent presentation, verbal, written, organizational, and communication skills.
Strong knowledge of local civil engineering standards, permitting processes, and construction market conditions.

Responsibilities

Support the Director of Project Management in managing new and existing client relationships, driving revenue through new work generation and contract renewals.
Identify and act on cross‑selling opportunities; partner with senior leadership to promote Turner & Townsend across the U.S.
Develop new business opportunities with existing and new clients, including diversification into emerging markets.
Prepare and deliver client presentations, including technical topics related to civil engineering and data center development.
Attend client interviews to present service offerings and technical capabilities.
Serve as the civil engineering subject‑matter expert (SME) for data center development projects, ensuring technical quality, regulatory compliance, and alignment with client standards.
Lead and oversee civil engineering design efforts, including site due diligence, site test fits, grading, utilities, stormwater, roadway improvements, and municipal coordination.
Manage a team of engineering consultants, reviewing and approving engineering plans, specifications, schedules, and design deliverables.
Monitor project progress, enforce safety and quality standards, and proactively identify risks, material requirements, and mitigation strategies.
Provide technical guidance during construction activities and support the Innovation & Engineering team on complex design matters.
Lead a small project management team responsible for planning and executing infrastructure projects across corporate campus environments (utilities, roadways, bike paths, intersections, transit, etc.).
Provide program‑level oversight of a portfolio of infrastructure projects, including coordination with external project managers delivering work within the district.
Liaise with municipal authorities and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance and timely approvals.
Provide weekly updates on project status, staffing, risks, and key issues.
Utilize industry‑standard tools to track margins, forecasts, and financial performance across commissions.
Ensure accurate and timely client invoicing and follow up on accounts receivable.
Support bid teams and lead proposal development efforts in collaboration with business generation and senior management teams.
Support the Director of PM in interviewing and selecting prospective candidates.
Provide effective line management, coaching, and mentoring to assigned staff to support their professional and career development.
Foster a collaborative, solutions‑focused work environment that promotes continuous improvement and technical excellence.
Promote adoption of best practices, industry advancements, and process improvements across the team.
SOX control responsibilities may apply and must be adhered to where applicable.