VP Program Manager, Data Centers

## VP Program Manager, Data Centers Apply:
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** JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way**.Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong.  Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.##

** What this job involves:
** As VP, Program Manager, you will serve as the day-to-day PMO lead for a large data center campus, overseeing mission-critical infrastructure projects that demand exceptional technical expertise and operational precision. You will manage integrated project teams delivering complex data center construction and operations programs while maintaining the rigorous standards required for 24/7 uptime environments. Your deep understanding of data center infrastructure, vendor ecosystems, and critical facility requirements will be essential to ensuring seamless program execution.

Working closely with client stakeholders and senior leadership, you will drive operational excellence across all aspects of campus development and ongoing facility management.  ##
** What your day-to-day will look like:
**** Program Leadership & PMO Operations
*** Leading daily PMO operations for the data center campus, coordinating multiple concurrent projects across construction, infrastructure upgrades, and facility expansions
* Establishing and maintaining PMO frameworks, standards, governance structures, and reporting cadences specific to data center program delivery
* Serving as the central point of coordination between clients, contractors, design teams, MEP specialists, and critical systems vendors
* Managing master program schedules, interdependencies, and resource allocation across the campus portfolio
** Technical Program Execution
*** Overseeing mission-critical infrastructure projects including power distribution, cooling systems, backup generators, fire suppression, and network infrastructure
* Ensuring adherence to data center industry standards (Uptime Institute Tier classifications, ASHRAE guidelines, etc.) and client-specific technical requirements
* Coordinating commissioning activities, integrated systems testing, and operational readiness for data center facilities
* Managing relationships with specialized data center contractors, equipment vendors, and critical infrastructure providers
** Client & Stakeholder Management
*** Acting as the primary client interface for program delivery, building trusted relationships with facilities teams, IT leadership, and executive stakeholders
* Conducting regular program reviews, presenting status updates, risk assessments, and performance metrics to client leadership
* Translating complex technical requirements into actionable program plans and communicating progress across technical and non-technical audiences
* Managing client expectations around capacity planning, phased delivery schedules, and operational transition planning
** Financial & Risk Management
*** Overseeing program budgets ranging into hundreds of millions of dollars, tracking costs across multiple projects and ensuring financial accountability
* Monitoring change management processes, reviewing and approving change orders while maintaining budget integrity
* Identifying and mitigating program risks including supply chain disruptions, long-lead equipment delays, and operational continuity concerns
* Ensuring compliance with safety protocols, regulatory requirements, and data center-specific operational standards
** Team Development & Process Improvement
*** Leading and mentoring a team of project managers, coordinators, and technical specialists focused on data center delivery
* Implementing continuous improvement initiatives to enhance PMO effectiveness, reporting accuracy, and program delivery efficiency
* Developing data center-specific project management methodologies, templates, and lessons learned repositories
* Supporting business development efforts through client relationship management, technical expertise, and proposal development##
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* Required Qualifications:

*** Bachelor's degree in engineering…