Application Guide
How to Apply for Data Center Practice Leader
at Timmons Group
🏢 About Timmons Group
Timmons Group is a leading sustainable engineering and geospatial solutions firm with nationwide impact, known for integrating innovative technology with traditional engineering practices. Their focus on sustainable solutions and nationwide projects offers unique opportunities to work on high-impact data center developments that shape infrastructure across the country.
About This Role
As Data Center Practice Leader, you'll spearhead business development and client expansion specifically for data center projects while managing a team focused on civil site design. This role is impactful because you'll directly position Timmons Group's data center practice for growth in a rapidly expanding sector, combining technical leadership with strategic business development.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day involves morning meetings with your data center team to review project progress, followed by client calls to discuss new opportunities and existing project needs. Afternoons might include reviewing civil design plans for compliance with Virginia regulations, mentoring team members on technical challenges, and developing business development strategies to expand the practice's reach in the data center market.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who Timmons Group Is Looking For
- A licensed Professional Engineer with 10+ years in civil site design who can navigate Virginia's specific state/local regulations for data center projects
- Someone with proven success in business development who can expand Timmons Group's existing client base in the data center sector
- An experienced leader who has managed project budgets and schedules for complex civil engineering projects
- A candidate with both technical expertise in civil engineering and the relationship management skills to grow client partnerships
📝 Tips for Applying to Timmons Group
Highlight specific data center project experience in your resume, not just general civil engineering work
Quantify your business development achievements (e.g., 'increased client base by X%' or 'secured $Y in new contracts')
Demonstrate knowledge of Virginia's specific regulations for data center development and civil site design
Show how you've mentored teams in previous roles, as Timmons emphasizes collaboration and technical excellence
Reference Timmons Group's sustainability focus by mentioning relevant sustainable engineering approaches in data center projects
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Your specific experience with data center civil site design and Virginia regulations', 'Quantifiable business development successes in engineering or related fields', "How you've led teams to deliver complex projects on time and within budget", "Your alignment with Timmons Group's sustainable engineering approach and nationwide impact"]
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Timmons Group's specific data center projects and clients mentioned in their portfolio or case studies
- → Virginia's regulatory environment for data center development and civil engineering requirements
- → The company's sustainability initiatives and how they apply to engineering solutions
- → Recent news about data center growth in the Richmond, VA region and surrounding areas
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying with only general civil engineering experience without specific data center project examples
- Failing to address both the technical (P.E., site design) and business development aspects of the role
- Not demonstrating knowledge of Timmons Group's specific focus on sustainable engineering solutions
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
Congratulations!