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Program Manager- Data Center Construction

Role overview

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
  • Strong knowledge of MEP systems and mission-critical infrastructure

Responsibilities

  • 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
  • Ensure Project Managers enforce site safety programs and regulatory compliance

Key facts

Other skills

  • Leadership
  • Mentorship
  • Coaching
  • Communication

About the company

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Network Connex

Infrastructure & Heavy Civil Construction

For more than 20 years, the communications infrastructure systems that carry data and communications around a building, through a city, or across the country have been designed and built by Network Connex. Our work accelerates the performance and reliability of data centers, broadband network operators, wireless carriers, enterprises, governments, and utilities. Seasoned teams build data center & hyperscale infrastructure, OSP and ISP fiber optic networks, and all types of wireless networks. We can take your project through every phase with coordinated in-house professional services including design & engineering, site acquisition, permitting, project/construction management plus experienced deployment and construction teams who take projects from plan to reality.

Company details

IndustryInfrastructure & Heavy Civil Construction
Company size1001 - 5000

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Job description

National Technologies (NTI), a Network Connex Company, is a premier turnkey installer of fiber optic and data center infrastructure. Working on our team puts you on the leading edge of innovation in the digital communications space. 

If being a part of a tight-knit organization that operates in some of the most advanced technology environments around the world sounds like a dream job, NTI might be the right fit for you! With the perks of a large organization, NTI remains true to its roots as a home-grown company with an open door culture that welcomes new ideas and encourages professional growth. We set you on the right path with careful onboarding and thorough training programs that prepare you for success in your role and beyond.

Job Summary
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
Required 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

NTI is committed to creating a workplace environment where every employee can strive for excellence. To achieve our workplace vision, we provide the following benefits: 

  • 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.


NTI provides a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance and retirement savings options. For Union employees, pay rates and benefit levels are determined by union classifications which are set by the union.

National Technologies (NTI) believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants because of race, color, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, domestic partnership status, ancestry, religion, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, disability, veteran status, age or any other protected group status. Upon acceptance of an offer, all candidates will be required to pass a background check and drug screening.

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