Data Center Civil Engineering Practice Leader

Company: Timmons Group
Location: Richmond
Posted on: February 15, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Description Timmons Group is seeking a dynamic Senior Project Manager with a proven seller/doer mindset to lead our growing Data Center practice . This is a high-impact leadership role for an entrepreneurial engineer who thrives on building client relationships, winning work, and delivering exceptional projects. As a key leader, you will: Drive business development efforts and expand our strong client base. Manage and grow client relationships while ensuring successful project delivery. Lead and mentor a high-performing team, fostering collaboration and technical excellence. Position our Data Center practice for continued growth and innovation. Essential Duties and Responsibilities of a successful candidate include but are not limited to: Lead civil engineering design for data center projects using Civil 3D and related software. Oversee project execution, including design details, plan sets, and technical calculations. Prepare specifications and cost estimates, review plans, plats, and construction documents. Serve as the primary client contact, ensuring clear communication and exceptional service. Manage project budgets, schedules, and resources across multiple concurrent projects. Support proposal development, marketing efforts, and strategic pursuits. Mentor and supervise technical staff, promoting professional growth and accountability. Skills/Requirements of a successful candidate include but are not limited to: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent experience). Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required. 10 years of experience in civil site design with strong knowledge of state/local regulations. Demonstrated success in business development and client relationship management. Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and deliver projects on time. Expertise in Autodesk Civil 3D and Microsoft Office applications. Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills. Additional Information The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. We are looking for high energy, creative, flexible, patient, self-starters who are willing to work at a dynamic pace. Candidates must share a commitment to our company’s Vision, Mission and Shared Values. Timmons Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. Timmons Group is a full-service engineering and technology firm recognized nationally as a “Best Firm to Work For” by CE News. With over 15 offices throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, we provide civil engineering, environmental, economic development, GIS/geospatial technology, landscape architecture, and surveying services to a diverse client base. As one of Engineering News Record’s (ENR) Top 500 Design Firms for over 30 years, we are dedicated to being an employer of choice and providing our people with the best resources, technology, and culture to help them thrive in an engaging career development setting. For more information, visit www.timmons.com. LI-CC1

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