Program Manager - Data Center Construction

Company Description

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.

Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people's lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world's most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.

Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.

We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.

Job Description

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

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, project management, or related field; Master's 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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Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

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