{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"045cb0b7eff6b1921a1d07bc","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/045cb0b7eff6b1921a1d07bc","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/045cb0b7eff6b1921a1d07bc","title":"Construction Program Manager - Data Centers","description":"Program Manager – Data Center Construction (MEP)Location: Pelzer/Greenville, SCTravel: 75–100% travel to client sites (travel reimbursed - able to bill travel time)Duration: 2 yr contract with possible hire or likely extensionsW2 Pay Rate: $100/hr - $125/hrQualifications & Experience15+ years of experience in an enterprise‑level environmentBackground in data center construction, EPC, construction, or manufacturing industriesDemonstrated experience managing large capital programs exceeding $500MStrong electrical and/or mechanical background, enabling effective oversight of technical teamsProven ability to lead senior‑level discussions with clients, general contractors, and internal executivesExperience managing teams of Project Managers across multiple concurrent projectsPreferred QualificationsExperience delivering large‑scale data center or mission‑critical infrastructure programsPrior leadership role within EPC or large construction organizationsFormal project or program management training (PMP or similar preferred, not required)Day to Day:Senior Program Manager provides enterprise‑level leadership for large, multi‑project data center construction programs. This role operates at a high strategic level, overseeing multiple Project Managers and workstreams while maintaining full accountability for schedule, cost, risk, and client alignment across the program. Unlike Project Managers who are deeply embedded in individual work packages, the Program Manager focuses on governance, delegation, communication, and financial oversight, ensuring that teams are aligned and projects are executed consistently. This role interfaces heavily with clients, general contractors, internal leadership, and Project Managers, and is responsible for managing programs exceeding $500M in total value.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide overall leadership and governance for large‑scale data center construction programsManage and oversee multiple Project Managers responsible for specific work packages (electrical, voltage/current systems, mechanical/HVAC, etc.)Ensure Project Managers are executing scope, schedule, and cost responsibilities effectivelyMaintain high‑level accountability for program performance, risk management, and delivery outcomesServe as the primary interface between client leadership, general contractors, and internal stakeholdersDrive alignment across all projects to ensure consistency in execution, reporting, and decision‑makingMonitor program‑level budgets, forecasts, and financial performance, including programs upwards of $500MIdentify cross‑project risks, dependencies, and constraints, and drive resolution at the program levelEstablish clear communication channels and ensure full‑circle communication across all stakeholdersDelegate effectively while holding teams accountable for resultsSupport executive reporting, client updates, and strategic decision‑makingCore CompetenciesExecutive‑level communication and stakeholder managementAbility to delegate effectively while maintaining accountabilityStrategic thinking with strong financial and risk management acumenConfidence operating at the client, contractor, and leadership levelAbility to maintain alignment across complex, multi‑project environments","company":"Insight Global","rawCompany":"insight global","city":"Pelzer","state":"SC","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-08T07:25:50.794Z","occupations":[{"code":"13-1082.00","title":"Project Management Specialists","slug":"project-management-specialists"},{"code":"11-9021.00","title":"Construction Managers","slug":"construction-managers"},{"code":"11-1021.00","title":"General and Operations Managers","slug":"general-and-operations-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"236220","title":"Commercial and Institutional Building Construction","slug":"commercial-and-institutional-building-construction"},{"code":"236210","title":"Industrial Building Construction","slug":"industrial-building-construction"},{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Construction Program Manager - Data Centers","description":"Program Manager – Data Center Construction (MEP)Location: Pelzer/Greenville, SCTravel: 75–100% travel to client sites (travel reimbursed - able to bill travel time)Duration: 2 yr contract with possible hire or likely extensionsW2 Pay Rate: $100/hr - $125/hrQualifications & Experience15+ years of experience in an enterprise‑level environmentBackground in data center construction, EPC, construction, or manufacturing industriesDemonstrated experience managing large capital programs exceeding $500MStrong electrical and/or mechanical background, enabling effective oversight of technical teamsProven ability to lead senior‑level discussions with clients, general contractors, and internal executivesExperience managing teams of Project Managers across multiple concurrent projectsPreferred QualificationsExperience delivering large‑scale data center or mission‑critical infrastructure programsPrior leadership role within EPC or large construction organizationsFormal project or program management training (PMP or similar preferred, not required)Day to Day:Senior Program Manager provides enterprise‑level leadership for large, multi‑project data center construction programs. 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