Design Project Lead – Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend

. Oversee design and construction administration as an Owner’s Representative .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeRemote • San Francisco • California • United StatesSenior💰 $160,000 - $190,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in overseeing design and construction administration as an Owner’s Representative, with a strong focus on project management, client services, and collaboration across multiple disciplines. Proficient in managing large-scale construction programs while ensuring adherence to quality standards and budget constraints.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project ManagementMission Critical Building DesignAutoCAD ProficiencyRevit ProficiencyClient-Facing Communication

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Hard Skills

Construction ManagementDesign CoordinationArchitectureCivil WorksData Center Capacity DeliveryReport PreparationChange Order ManagementQuality AssuranceCost Reduction StrategiesRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

CollaborationPresentation SkillsTeam PlayerClient Service OrientationEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

AutoCADRevitBluebeamMS Office SuiteProject Management Software

Industry Keywords

Owner’s RepresentativeDesign RFPsConstruction PhasesFast-Paced ProjectsSOX Control Responsibilities

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee design and construction administration as an Owner’s Representative
Lead Civil, Structural, Landscape, and Architecture disciplines as a subject matter expert
Collaborate with internal stakeholders, external engineers of record, general contractors, and regulatory agencies
Deliver data center capacity safely, on time, within budget, and to a high standard of quality
Provide support to and report to assigned Project Managers or Project Directors
Assist with managing, coordinating, and administering projects through all design and construction phases
Ensure client services are delivered at the highest level
Prepare reports, schedules, invoices, RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes/agendas, daily reports, change orders, inspections, closeout documents, and client presentations
Maintain project information in project management software
Coordinate project team meetings
Communicate conceptual designs and maintain project documentation
Maintain Basis of Design, prototype design, and template specifications for architectural elements
Review and inform design RFPs
Manage external design consultants through design and construction
Communicate design standards to internal and external partners
Manage multiple fast-paced projects simultaneously
Develop innovative solutions to reduce costs without negatively affecting quality or reliability
Adhere to applicable SOX control responsibilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

College Degree in Business Administration, Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture
8+ years’ experience in mission critical building design, construction, and/or operations
Experience in project management on large-scale construction programs
Experience in Design, Architecture, and Civil works
Solid working proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, and MS Office Suite
Excellent presentation skills
Ability to work effectively in a client-facing role
Ability to work collaboratively as a team player

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working environment
Work-life balance support
Equal opportunity and inclusive environment
Confidential handling of information
No-fee recruitment process