Project Controls Program Manager - Data Center Program

Job Title:

Project Controls Program Manager – USA Data Center Construction Program

Location:

United States – Remote Role (domestic travel up to 75%)

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

Arcadis is expanding its US Data Center Program and is seeking a talented Project Controls Program Manager. In this role you will provide strategic oversight, leadership, and accountability for the program, ensuring successful delivery, alignment with client expectations, and adherence to Arcadis’ global operational and strategic goals. We look for a seasoned professional with extensive experience in data center project controls and program management, combined with strong account leadership skills.

The ideal candidate can build and maintain strong relationships with both internal teams and external stakeholders. This position requires significant domestic travel within the United States—up to 75%. If you are ready to take the next step in your career and make an impact on one of the fastest‑growing sectors, we encourage you to apply today!

• Full accountability for the successful delivery of the data center controls program in the United States
• Provide leadership, strategic direction, and decision‑making across the portfolio, ensuring program alignment with client objectives and adherence to Arcadis’ operational and strategic goals
• Lead program execution, delivering quality controls with an emphasis on project management, project controls, operations model, client engagement, and team performance. Deliver executive‑level reports covering performance, risk, and growth opportunities, and act as a working foreman when needed
• Ensure effective quality management and implement continuous improvement practices across the program to drive innovation and best practice adoption
• Set up and manage contracting processes, ensuring effective management of all contractual obligations, including resource trackers, expense reclaim, and invoicing
• Work closely with the Account Leadership team to identify and capture growth opportunities within the client’s data center American construction program
• Support the Business Director, Account Leadership, and Program Director in commercial and operational leadership matters, including fee creation and management, contract management, and revenue forecasts
• Encourage Arcadis employees to grow and develop, tracking workforce planning, mobilization, and deployment
• Maintain a strong presence at all data center program locations by regularly visiting projects; expect up to 75% domestic travel

• 12+ years of relevant experience leading project control programs for major data center construction or large construction programs (>$750 M) under a lump‑sum contract model
• Subject‑matter expertise in own discipline with proactive problem‑solving skills
• Experience managing business relationships with both external and internal teams at a senior level
• Cultural understanding of agile project management and time‑driven delivery
• Strong change management and business partnership skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; membership in a relevant professional body (e.g., PMP, PgMP, APM, or equivalent) is preferred

We believe everyone's contribution matters. Arcadis pioneers a skills‑based approach that lets you harness your unique experience and expertise to shape your career path and maximize impact. You’ll do meaningful work that delivers sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet.

• Medical, dental, and vision
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with company match
• Short‑term and long‑term disability, accidental death & dismemberment, life insurance
• Paid parental leave, reward & recognition program
• Optional wellbeing and adoption assistance, tuition reimbursement
• Nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year

Salary Range: $113,933 – $193,686 (actual salaries vary by experience, education, and project).

We are an equal‑opportunity and affirmative‑action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities, veterans, and anyone from protected classes are strongly encouraged to apply. We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

Apply today to join a team grounded in innovation, excellence, and sustainability.