Program Manager – Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead the delivery of large-scale data center construction projects across the United States for a high-profile tech client. This role combines strategic program oversight with hands-on management of complex mission-critical facilities to ensure alignment with client objectives for cost schedule and quality.


Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a portfolio of hyperscale data center construction projects across multiple U.S. locations.
• Develop and maintain program-level plans budgets and schedules ensuring alignment with AWS standards and business goals.
• Oversee design procurement construction commissioning and closeout phases for data centers.
• Monitor project performance using KPIs and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Conduct regular site visits to assess progress safety and compliance.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including architects engineers contractors and vendors.
• Ensure adherence to quality safety and cost control requirements throughout delivery.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for AWS stakeholders and executive leadership.
• Drive governance reporting and stage-gate readiness across the program.
• Collaborate with cost controls scheduling and risk management teams to maintain program health.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and scalability.
• Promote innovation and share best practices across the portfolio.
• Manage risk assessments and mitigation strategies for mission-critical infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with AWS security and operational standards throughout project lifecycle.
• Support procurement of long-lead equipment and manage vendor relationships.
• Facilitate lessons-learned sessions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to project managers and support staff across the program.
• Prepare executive-level dashboards and reports for senior leadership visibility.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors degree in construction management engineering project management or related field; Masters preferred.
• 8 years of experience managing large-scale construction programs ideally in mission-critical or data center environments.
• Proven track record in program governance cost control scheduling and risk management.
• Strong understanding of MEP systems and data center infrastructure.
• Proficiency in tools such as Google Suite Tableau Data Studio and Microsoft Office; dashboard/reporting experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills including engagement with senior leadership.
• Familiarity with standard forms of contract and construction documentation.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional certifications such as PMP AACE or similar are desirable.

Additional Information :

*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our clients needs.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time