Senior Technical Program Manager

We're seeking an experienced DC Transformation Programme Manager to lead the end-to-end delivery of a major technology infrastructure modernization initiative. You will serve as the principal on-site leadership contact, accountable for programme outcomes, stakeholder alignment, budget performance, and successful execution of a complex, multi-workstream infrastructure transition affecting 180+ personnel across multiple geographic locations.

This is a hands‑on leadership role combining executive stakeholder management with operational programme governance. You'll drive programme discipline, manage cross‑functional delivery teams, and ensure predictable outcomes in a highly regulated, time‑critical environment.

• Serve as the single point of escalation and decision-making authority for all programme-related matters
• Build and maintain trusted advisor relationships with C‑suite and senior operational stakeholders
• Lead executive governance forums, steering committees, and programme review sessions
• Communicate programme status, risks, and decision requirements to senior leadership with clarity and confidence
• Manage high‑impact escalations and maintain stakeholder confidence through transparent, solutions‑oriented engagement

• Own end-to-end programme scope, schedule, budget, and quality outcomes
• Establish and enforce enterprise‑grade programme governance, including integrated scheduling, dependency management, and phase‑gate readiness criteria
• Develop and maintain comprehensive risk registers and mitigation strategies; facilitate regular risk forums with stakeholders
• Drive cutover planning, readiness validation, and controlled transition execution to minimize operational disruption
• Ensure post‑transition operational stability through handover protocols, monitoring readiness, and stabilization support
• Direct a leadership team of 8‑12 senior programme managers overseeing distinct work streams
• Set performance expectations, accountability frameworks, and quality standards across delivery teams
• Build and sustain cross‑functional collaboration across infrastructure, technology, operations, and application domains
• Manage team composition, capacity planning, and workforce alignment (mix of onsite, nearshore, and remote resources)
• Mentor senior programme leaders and develop succession capability within the team
• Own P&L accountability for a $M+ programme budget
• Track CAPEX/OPEX spend, milestone financial acceptance, and budget variance management
• Oversee vendor performance, contract milestones, and commercial governance across multiple technology partners
• Ensure spend visibility through executive dashboards and real‑time financial reporting
• Drive cost optimization and commercial value delivery without compromising quality or timeline

• Understand and govern technical readiness across infrastructure domains (facilities, network, compute, data center, storage, security)
• Ensure regulatory compliance, audit readiness, and operational controls are embedded throughout programme execution
• Oversee environment build‑out, network modernization, platform migrations, and application readiness
• Drive transition activities including operational handover, monitoring setup, and knowledge transfer
• Validate post‑transition operational performance and resolve stabilization issues

• 15+ years in programme management, data center transformation, or technology modernization initiatives
• Demonstrated leadership of large-scale infrastructure or platform transition programmes ($50M+ budget scale)
• Proven experience managing complex, multi-workstream technology programmes in regulated industries (financial services, banking, or equivalent)
• Track record of on-site, client-facing programme leadership in demanding environments
• Experience with distributed team leadership across multiple geographic locations and time zones
• Hands‑on expertise in programme governance frameworks, risk management methodologies, and executive reporting

• Proven ability to lead and develop senior programme managers and cross‑functional leaders
• Strong…