Program Manager- Data Center Construction

Role Description

The Program Manager will be responsible for leading and overseeing a team of Project Managers focused on Data Center low-voltage & telecommunications construction. This role provides portfolio-level governance, ensures consistency in execution, and serves as an escalation point for complex technical, schedule, budget, and stakeholder challenges across multiple projects. This role will be predominantly client specific to provide clear focus and continual program growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Program & Project Manager Leadership
  • Lead, mentor, and manage multiple Data Center Construction Project Managers
  • Establish and enforce program-wide standards for project execution, reporting, and controls
  • Provide guidance on risk management, budgeting, scheduling, and contract administration
  • Serve as escalation point for issues related to scope, cost, schedule, quality, or safety
  • Relay program related progress to company stakeholders
• Portfolio & Governance Management
  • Oversee a portfolio of data center construction projects through structured Project Manager reporting
  • Review project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and change management across the program
  • Ensure alignment with organizational goals, delivery milestones, and financial targets
  • Identify cross-project risks, dependencies, and resource constraints and drive mitigation strategies
• Data Center Technical Oversight
  • Provide technical oversight and strategic guidance for telecommunications and low-voltage systems across data center construction projects
  • Ensure consistent design and installation standards for:
    • Structured cabling systems (copper and fiber) - ISP & OSP
    • Pathways, cable management, and grounding/bonding for telecom systems
  • Ensure Project Managers coordinate effectively with telecom designers, vendors, Clients, and other trades
  • Validate compliance with applicable standards and best practices (e.g., TIA, BICSI, NECA, and client-specific requirements)
  • Support testing, certification, labeling, and documentation requirements for telecom systems
• Safety, Quality & Compliance
  • Ensure Project Managers enforce site safety programs and regulatory compliance
  • Drive consistent quality management practices and conduct periodic project audits
  • Ensure accuracy and completeness of program documentation, reporting, and closeout packages
• Stakeholder & Executive Engagement
  • Act as the senior construction representative for internal leadership and key external partners
  • Support Project Managers in clients, engineers, contractors, and vendors
  • Prepare and present executive-level program status reports
• Talent Development & Continuous Improvement
  • Coach and develop Project Managers to improve performance and technical capability
  • Support hiring, onboarding, and performance management activities
  • Promote continuous improvement through lessons learned and best practice sharing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 10+ years of construction management experience
• 5+ years of construction management experience, with direct data center or mission-critical facility experience
• 5+ years of people management or program leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of MEP systems and mission-critical infrastructure
• Proficiency with construction and program management tools (Procore, Primavera P6, MS Project, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications (PMP, CCM, PE, LEED, RCDD)
• Experience leading programs in hyperscale or colocation data center environments
• Familiarity with commissioning, integrated systems testing (IST), and Tier III/IV standards

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary and incentive plan
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Leadership development and professional training opportunities
• Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Plan: Health, dental, and prescription insurance are available on the 1st of the month following your start date.
• Basic Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability Insurance are fully funded by the company.
• 401(k) Plan with Employer Matching immediate vesting.
• 10 Paid Holidays per year.