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Fleet Data Centers · 2 days ago

Technical Program Manager, Scheduling

Denver, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$150K/yr - $200K/yr

5+ years exp

Fleet Data Centers designs, builds and operates mega-scale data center campuses. The Technical Program Manager, Scheduling is responsible for developing and maintaining detailed project schedules for data center campus infrastructure deployments in North America, ensuring accurate planning and sequencing of activities across various phases.

Data CenterData Center AutomationIT Infrastructure

Responsibilities

Create and update detailed schedules for design, procurement, construction, and commissioning using tools such as MS Project or Primavera P6

Track progress, analyze variances, and provide regular reports to stakeholders. Highlight critical path activities and recommend corrective actions

Identify schedule risks and work with project teams to develop mitigation strategies

Collaborate with internal teams and external contractors to ensure alignment on timelines and dependencies

Support development of scheduling standards, templates, and best practices to improve predictability and efficiency

Monitor progress against the baseline schedule and generate regular reports for stakeholders

Utilize the Critical Path Method (CPM) to identify task dependencies and the critical sequence of activities

Qualification

Scheduling tools proficiencyConstruction sequencing knowledgeCritical Path Method (CPM)Analytical mindsetBachelor's degree in engineeringInfluenceRelationship managementEffective communicationEmotional intelligenceStrategic thinkingCritical thinking skillsPersuasion

Required

5–10 years of experience in scheduling for large-scale construction or infrastructure projects

Proficiency in scheduling tools (Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar). Knowledge of CPM, and ability to read construction documents

Strong understanding of construction sequencing and critical path methodology

Ability to analyze schedule data and communicate findings clearly

Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

Effective communication and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams

Analytical mindset for identifying risks and optimizing schedules

Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities

Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities

Integrity and Ethical Standards: Build trust, ensure fairness, and foster long-term, transparent relationships with suppliers

Effective Communication: The ability to clearly convey expectations and requirements to suppliers and negotiation parties, while understanding their needs and concerns. Comfortable delivering written and verbal presentations to internal leadership teams

Emotional Intelligence (EQ): Ability to understand the emotions, cultural nuances, and motivations of others, while effectively managing one's own emotions during high-pressure negotiations

Strategic Thinking: Recognize how supplier relationships and negotiations align with the broader organizational goals, while aiming for outcomes that benefit both parties

Critical Thinking Skills: Finding innovative solutions and being flexible in addressing unexpected challenges

Analytical Ability: Make data-driven decisions, assess cost structures, and identify potential risks, ensuring informed and strategic outcomes

Influence and Persuasion: Able to effectively advocate for their position, build consensus, and secure favorable agreements without compromising relationships

Operational Paranoia: Anticipate risks, identify vulnerabilities, and proactively implement mechanisms to prevent and minimize disruptions and safeguard safety, security, availability, and scale

Relationship Management: Cultivate trust, collaboration, and long-term partnerships, while building a broad network that provides valuable benchmarking, industry insights, and alternative sourcing options