Aligned Data Centers · 10 hours ago
Senior Program Manager, Substation Delivery
Ashburn, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelAligned Data Centers is one of the fastest-growing, privately held data center companies dedicated to driving positive change in the industry. The Senior Program Manager, Substation Delivery will oversee the end-to-end execution of substation infrastructure projects, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery while resolving challenges to enable the company's growth objectives.
Information ServicesInformation TechnologyInfrastructure
Responsibilities
Responsible for on time, on budget coordination and delivery of all portfolio substation projects, accountable to Platform Execution project management
Define and maintain a clear RACI matrix across all stakeholders: procurement, engineering, permitting, and construction
Align dry utility execution with broader business goals including speed-to-market and cost-efficiency
Establish a dedicated delivery team with clear ownership, escalation paths, and accountability
Implement robust real-time field monitoring processes to proactively resolve issues
Provide centralized leadership and visibility into project performance and contractor execution
Strengthening QA/QC programs through tools (e.g., Cx Alloy), standardized checklists, and pre-commissioning protocols
Partner with third-party validators to ensure compliance, safety, and regulatory standards
Use Aligned’s quarterly reporting platform to track QA/QC metrics, safety performance, and milestones
Streamline permitting processes, design coordination, and easement approvals
Develop strong relationships with utility companies and local jurisdictions to minimize approval timelines
Coordinate with procurement to ensure timely sourcing of owner-furnished equipment (OFE)
Forecast long-leading item risks and ensure alignment with project delivery schedules
Conduct regular tactical meetings with engineering, procurement, and construction leaders
Address interdependencies early and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle
Collaborate with Commercial, Strategy, and Energy teams to support accurate scoping and resource forecasting
Establish clear real-time tracking for substation and contractor performance
Resolve unsecured easements and improve coordination of field activities
Optimize execution of complex, multi-phase utility projects
Reduce commissioning and QA/QC bottlenecks across all active sites
Identify, forecast, and secure appropriate staffing resources to support the successful delivery of substation projects across Aligned’s portfolio, scaling the team as needed based on project volume and complexity
Provide clear direction and performance expectations to internal team members and external partners, ensuring alignment with project milestones and quality standards
Foster a culture of ownership, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration
Qualification
Required
Responsible for on time, on budget coordination and delivery of all portfolio substation projects, accountable to Platform Execution project management
Define and maintain a clear RACI matrix across all stakeholders: procurement, engineering, permitting, and construction
Align dry utility execution with broader business goals including speed-to-market and cost-efficiency
Establish a dedicated delivery team with clear ownership, escalation paths, and accountability
Implement robust real-time field monitoring processes to proactively resolve issues
Provide centralized leadership and visibility into project performance and contractor execution
Strengthening QA/QC programs through tools (e.g., Cx Alloy), standardized checklists, and pre-commissioning protocols
Partner with third-party validators to ensure compliance, safety, and regulatory standards
Use Aligned's quarterly reporting platform to track QA/QC metrics, safety performance, and milestones
Streamline permitting processes, design coordination, and easement approvals
Develop strong relationships with utility companies and local jurisdictions to minimize approval timelines
Coordinate with procurement to ensure timely sourcing of owner-furnished equipment (OFE)
Forecast long-leading item risks and ensure alignment with project delivery schedules
Conduct regular tactical meetings with engineering, procurement, and construction leaders
Address interdependencies early and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle
Collaborate with Commercial, Strategy, and Energy teams to support accurate scoping and resource forecasting
Establish clear real-time tracking for substation and contractor performance
Resolve unsecured easements and improve coordination of field activities
Optimize execution of complex, multi-phase utility projects
Reduce commissioning and QA/QC bottlenecks across all active sites
Identify, forecast, and secure appropriate staffing resources to support the successful delivery of substation projects across Aligned's portfolio, scaling the team as needed based on project volume and complexity
Provide clear direction and performance expectations to internal team members and external partners, ensuring alignment with project milestones and quality standards
Foster a culture of ownership, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration
Benefits
Generous 401k match with immediate vesting
Free membership to Gympass which provides our employees a rich health and wellness benefit
Competitive time off plan
Company
Aligned Data Centers
Building the future of digital infrastructure.
Founded in 2015
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$575MKey Investors
Macquarie Infrastructure Partners
2020-05-12Debt Financing· $80M
2019-10-22Debt Financing· $495M
2018-04-23Corporate Round
Leadership Team
Anubhav Raj
Chief Investment Officer
Recent News
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