Client Portfolio Manager, Data Centers

AECOM

. Provide portfolio-level leadership across multiple concurrent data center design projects .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $165,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex data center design projects, with a strong focus on proposal preparation, client relationship management, and operational excellence. Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams while ensuring project delivery aligns with budget, schedule, and client expectations.

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Data Center Project ManagementProposal Preparation LeadershipClient Relationship ManagementA/E/C Project Delivery ProcessBusiness Development Support

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementProposal WritingBudget MonitoringRisk ManagementSchedule CoordinationDesign-Bid-Build Delivery ModelDesign-Build Delivery ModelMulti-Disciplinary Team ManagementClient Account CoordinationCapture Planning

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationLeadership SkillsBusiness AcumenAbility to Manage PrioritiesClient Experience Management

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP CertificationProfessional Licensure (Architect, Engineer)

Industry Keywords

ArchitectureEngineeringConstruction ManagementHyperscale ClientsColocation ClientsPortfolio ManagementOperational ExcellenceClient SatisfactionRevenue GrowthProposal Processes

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide portfolio-level leadership across multiple concurrent data center design projects
Monitor portfolio performance, including schedule, budget, staffing, and risk
Identify and resolve cross-project constraints impacting delivery
Ensure consistency of execution across multiple projects and clients
Support Design Managers and Project Managers in maintaining successful delivery
Support business development and proposal writing for new pursuits
Lead major technical and commercial proposal preparation, including go/no-go coordination, schedules, deliverables, fee strategy, staffing plans, executive reviews, and interview preparation
Coordinate with Client Account Managers and Technical Leaders
Improve proposal processes, templates, and win strategies
Support capture planning for strategic pursuits
Serve as a key point of contact for strategic clients
Participate in client meetings, presentations, and portfolio reviews
Support client relationship management and identify opportunities within existing portfolios
Help manage client expectations and overall client experience
Travel occasionally for client meetings, site visits, project activities, and business-critical activities
Partner with executive leadership, design directors, client account managers, and discipline leaders to support revenue growth, client satisfaction, and operational excellence

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field plus eight (8) years of relevant experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
Minimum 5+ years managing complex programs or major projects
Experience supporting or leading proposal efforts
Strong understanding of A/E/C project delivery process
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Strong business and financial acumen
Ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities
Preferred: 10 plus years of relevant experience
Direct experience supporting data center projects preferred
Experience working with hyperscale or colocation clients preferred
Experience managing large multi-disciplinary design teams preferred
Experience with Design-Bid-Build and Design-Build delivery models preferred
PMP certification preferred
Professional licensure (Architect, Engineer) is a plus but not required
Sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization is not available now or in the future
Newly hired employees must attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Life, AD&D, and disability benefits
Paid time off
Leaves of absence
Voluntary benefits and perks
Flexible work options
Well-being resources
Employee assistance program
Business travel insurance
Service recognition awards
Retirement savings plan
Employee stock purchase plan
Award-winning training and development programs
Career growth and leadership development opportunities
Global and local project opportunities