Principal Data Center Facilities Development Manager

We are seeking an experienced End-to-End Data Center Technical Program Manager

to lead hyperscale data center capacity-delivery programs from early site

selection through customer handover and production go-live. This role owns the

integrated delivery path that converts a site into live, available compute and

GPU capacity for end customers.  The successful candidate will coordinate

internal teams, colocation providers, utilities, contractors, and technology

partners across site due diligence, design, construction, commissioning,

white-space fit-out, network deployment, server readiness, and operational

handover. They will bring strong technical fluency in critical electrical

infrastructure, low-voltage systems, structured cabling, and networking

dependencies within hyperscale data center environments. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Management-Project Planning and Execution: 

-Provides centralized PMO support and subject matter expertise to teams across

the construction operation, helping ensure projects and initiatives are

completed on time, within budget, and to established quality standards. 

-Supports development and maintenance of integrated project schedules, providing

guidance on planning practices, dependencies, and milestone delivery across

multiple projects. 

-Supports development and oversight of project budgets, providing expertise in

resource planning, cost management, and consistent reporting to support

effective execution. 

-Creates, reviews, and maintains program documentation, including standards,

guidance materials, technical reviews, and problem-solving papers, ensuring

information is accurate, accessible, and suitable for its intended purpose. 

Project Management-Project Integration and Quality Assurance: 

-Develops and supports consistent quality assurance processes, providing subject

matter expertise to help teams meet project requirements, organizational

standards, and industry practices. 

-Supports coordination and integration across project teams and operational

functions, helping align planning, design, construction, commissioning, and

operational readiness activities. 

-Conducts targeted project reviews and site engagements to assess schedule,

coordination, and quality practices, identify gaps, and share recommendations

across the operation. 

-Provides expertise and guidance for project startup, commissioning, and

operational readiness, helping teams apply consistent practices and meet

established requirements. 

Risk and Problem Management: 

-Works closely with site teams and functional stakeholders to evaluate risks

affecting delivery across multiple projects and initiatives. 

-Identifies gaps in risk identification and mitigation practices and develops

guidance, tools, and tailored solutions to address these gaps. 

-Supports development and implementation of mitigation strategies for

significant project and operational risks, sharing lessons learned and effective

practices across teams. 

Stakeholder and Vendor Management: 

-Serves as a central resource connecting internal teams and third-party

providers, facilitating clear communication, providing subject matter guidance,

and supporting issue resolution. 

-Develops and maintains key relationships to effectively support internal and

external stakeholders, identifying opportunities for greater alignment and

process improvement. 

-Provides subject matter expertise to support vendor evaluation, scope

development, contract reviews, and performance management, helping teams

maintain consistent expectations and standards. 

Design Coordination and Improvement: 

-Collaborates with design, construction, and operational teams to support

consistent application of approved requirements and standards, providing

guidance on technical and coordination issues. 

-Consolidates feedback from project teams and colocation provider evaluations to

identify lessons learned, strengthen standards, and support continuous

improvement. 

-Supports cross-functional teams through subject matter expertise and knowledge

sharing across power, cooling, networking, structured cabling, and related

operational areas, promoting consistent practices and quality standards.

Core Responsibilities 

Planning & Execution: 

-Manages and coordinates moderately complex tasks, monitoring timelines and

deliverables to ensure timely completion and adherence to requirements for a

moderately-sized project or initiative. Efficiently delegates, monitors, and

prioritizes work across multiple projects and functional areas, providing

subject matter guidance and adjusting plans to address shifts in resources,

priorities, or timelines. 

Collaboration & Partnership: 

-Collaborates across the organization to align expectations, share expertise,

and achieve shared objectives. Applies knowledge of business operations and

stakeholder needs to develop practical guidance and solutions. Supports

inclusivity by actively seeking and listening to diverse perspectives, ensuring

others feel heard and respected. 

Stakeholder and Vendor Management: 

-Serves as the primary point of contact between the company and third-party

providers, facilitating clear and effective communication, and resolving routine

issues independently. 

-Develops and maintains key relationships to effectively support internal and

external stakeholders, identifying opportunities for process improvements. 

-Selects, negotiates, and manages contracts with external vendors, contractors,

and suppliers, ensuring contract compliance and performance. 

Design Coordination and Improvement: 

-Collaborates with design teams to ensure that construction activities across

all sites align with the approved design plans and specifications, addressing

routine design issues independently. 

-Provides comprehensive colocation provider evaluation input for continuous

improvement and identifies opportunities for process enhancements. 

-Supports cross functional teams for the installation of power, cooling,

networking, and structured cabling systems, ensuring adherence to quality

standards. 

Problem Solving: 

-Identifies and addresses moderately complex issues by analyzing a wide range of

data and/or information to identify solutions in accordance with standard

practices. Proactively escalates unresolved or critical issues with a thorough

assessment and suggests potential solutions. Reviews, contributes to, and

documents problem solving strategies. 

Continuous Learning: 

-Pursues learning opportunities to expand knowledge and skills and/or tools in

new areas and stays abreast of the latest industry trends and best practices.

Proactively seeks and leverages ongoing feedback and training to improve skills.

Coaches and mentors junior team members, fostering continuous learning and

knowledge sharing within and across teams. 

Continuous Improvement: 

-Develops ideas, recommends updates, and/or collaborates on the implementation

of process improvements to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of

processes, protocols, and workflows across teams, and evaluates the impact on

key stakeholders. Solicits feedback from others on ideas for alternative

approaches and methods for continued improvement. 

Performance and Development: 

-Contributes to the talent development pipeline by participating in candidate

interviews, assessing candidates, and providing hiring recommendations. 

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QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Job Qualifications

Education and/or Experience:

11 years of experience in construction project management

OR

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field AND

7 years of experience in construction project management

OR

Master's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field AND 5

years of experience in construction project management

OR

Doctorate in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field AND 3 years

of experience in construction project management.

Job Skills:

Same skills as prior level plus;

Data Center Infrastructure Construction: Demonstrated experience coordinating

and managing large-scale data center infrastructure buildouts.

Data Center Equipment: Demonstrated experience in installation, maintenance, and

upgrades of data center physical equipment.

Contract Management: Demonstrated ability to manage the execution and compliance

of contracts for goods and services.

Technical Leadership: Demonstrated ability to provide technical leadership and

mentoring on complex projects.

Business Acumen: Demonstrated business acumen in making strategic decisions

aligned with organizational goals and industry trends.

Quality Assurance: Demonstrated ability to plan and carry out quality assurance

activities for high-standard deliverables.

Technical Writing: Demonstrated proficiency in producing clear and

comprehensible technical documentation for varied audiences.

Conflict Resolution: Demonstrated ability to identify, address, and resolve

conflicts to maintain positive team dynamics.

Negotiation: Demonstrated skill in achieving mutually beneficial agreements

through effective negotiation and communication.

Vendor Management: Demonstrated ability to select, onboard, and manage vendor

relationships to ensure optimal performance.

Financial Management: Demonstrated experience in supporting budget planning,

tracking, and resource management for business success.

Program Management: Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional programs,

leading teams and allocating resources for timely project delivery.

Construction Schedule Management: Demonstrated skill in developing, monitoring,

and adjusting construction project schedules.

Preferred Job Qualifications

Education and/or Experience:

12 years of experience in construction project management

OR

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field AND

8 years of experience in construction project management

OR

Master's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field AND 6

years of experience in construction project management

OR

Doctorate in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field AND 4 years

of experience in construction project management.

Budget Experience:

2 years of experience working with operating budgets and/or project financials.

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