Project Director - Data Center Construction
Company: Turner & Townsend
Location: Shreveport
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Company Description Turner &
Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000
people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across
real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we
transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives.
Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s
most impactful projects and programs as we turn challenge into
opportunity and complexity into success. Our capabilities include
program, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls
and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital
solutions. We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s
largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with
our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner &
Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier
program, project and cost management offering in markets around the
world. Job Description Turner & Townsend is seeking a Project
Director to join our team as a key contributor to the successful
execution of data center construction projects, working closely
with the Project Director and/or Senior Project Manager to
coordinate contractor and vendor communications while overseeing
day-to-day project activities. This role requires strong analytical
and problem-solving skills, effective communication, and the
ability to operate with both strategic awareness and tactical
precision in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities : Support
the planning and execution of turnkey building projects from
pre-construction through commissioning. Conduct routine site
observations to monitor progress, quality, and compliance. Assist
with entitlements and permitting processes to ensure timely
approvals. Manage design deliverables and track RFIs, submittals,
and change orders. Review and support development of project
schedules, identifying risks and opportunities. Lead OFCI
(Owner-Furnished, Contractor-Installed) equipment coordination
efforts. Partner with Operations on Methods of Procedure (MOPs) and
commissioning activities. Support budget reviews, invoice
validation, and cost tracking. Prepare meeting documentation,
action items, and follow-up reports. Contribute to RFP development
and bid evaluation processes. Prepare materials for monthly and
quarterly reporting to leadership. Maintain accurate and timely
communication with all stakeholders. Drive issue resolution and
escalate critical risks to project leadership. Ensure adherence to
safety standards, regulatory requirements, and quality benchmarks.
Foster strong relationships with contractors, vendors, and internal
teams to maintain alignment. Coordinate logistics for major
equipment deliveries and installation sequencing. Monitor
compliance with environmental and sustainability requirements.
Support risk management planning and implement mitigation
strategies. Assist in resource planning and allocation across
multiple workstreams. SOX control responsibilities may be part of
this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
Qualifications Experience in construction project management within
large-scale, mission-critical or data center environments. Strong
understanding of construction processes, scheduling, and cost
management. Knowledge of RFIs, submittals, change management, and
OFCI coordination. Familiarity with safety regulations, building
codes, and compliance standards. Experience with sustainability and
environmental compliance in construction projects. Proficiency in
project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera) and document
control systems. Knowledge of risk management frameworks and
ability to implement mitigation plans. Excellent communication and
stakeholder management skills. Demonstrated ability to build
collaborative relationships and resolve conflicts effectively.
Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines in a
dynamic environment. Experience preparing executive-level reports
and presentations. Strong organizational skills and attention to
detail. Strong financial acumen for cost analysis and forecasting.
Ability to mentor junior team members and contribute to team
development. Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management,
Engineering, or related field. PMP or equivalent certification
preferred. Ability to work on-site and travel as needed for project
oversight. Additional Information *On-site presence and
requirements may change depending on our client's needs. Our
inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great
place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to
affect change. We want our people to succeed both in work and life.
To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible
working environment that respects work-life balance. Turner &
Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity
and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all
employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of
the community. Please find out more about us at
www.turnerandtownsend.com/ and https://www.heery.com/ All your
information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will
ask candidates to pay a fee at any time. Any unsolicited
resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend
personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner &
Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to
be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner &
Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the
agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit
candidates for review.
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