{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"0fe0df9b596b515a1e152704","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/0fe0df9b596b515a1e152704","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/0fe0df9b596b515a1e152704","title":"Program Manager - Data Center Construction Security","description":"Program Manager - Data Center Construction Security\n\nAbout First Coast Security\nFirst Coast Security is a national security services company delivering comprehensive security solutions including armed and unarmed guarding, detection technologies, and physical security systems across 30+ states. We are a veteran-friendly organization experiencing significant growth, and we are expanding our program management capability to support a growing portfolio of large enterprise engagements.\nThe Role\nWe are looking for a Program Manager based in St. Louis to lead a security project management program for one of our largest enterprise clients. The client is building a series of new, high-security data center campuses across several states, and we run the project management that keeps those builds on track. You will lead a team of project managers deployed to active construction sites, serve as our primary point of contact with the client's senior program leadership, and own the delivery of the program end to end.\nYou will set priorities across sites, keep the program on schedule, and carry the client relationship on your own. This role comes with real autonomy and real accountability. If you have run large builds and know how to keep a multi-site team pointed in the same direction, we want to talk to you.\nWhat You'll Do\nProgram Leadership\nLead delivery of the security project management program across multiple client sites in Louisiana, Texas, and Missouri.\nManage a team of on-site project managers, including assignments, priorities, quality of work product, and performance.\nSet the program's reporting rhythm and keep clear records that hold up to both client and executive review.\nClient & Delivery\nServe as the primary point of contact for the client's senior security program leadership.\nTrack schedules, staffing, and risk across all sites, and get ahead of problems before they affect the build.\nSupport invoice review and purchase-order tracking, including validating project progress against amounts billed and making recommendations to leadership.\nOperations\nOwn the operational backbone of the program: onboarding, scheduling, and time-off coordination for the project management team.\nCoordinate time off through FCS as the prime contractor and ensure required advance notice reaches the client's program lead.\nWhat You Bring\nRequired\n7+ years managing large construction, data center, or capital projects, with direct ownership of schedule, budget, and vendor performance.\nProven track record leading teams across multiple locations at the same time.\nStrong client-facing presence, with the ability to carry a senior client relationship independently.\nWorking knowledge of electronic physical security systems (access control, intrusion detection, camera surveillance) and how they are installed.\nFluency with construction drawings and standard project management software.\nBased in the St. Louis metro or willing to relocate, with occasional travel to active sites (up to approximately 20%).\nStrongly Preferred\nExperience on data center or other mission-critical facility builds.\nPMP certification.\nHands-on experience with Lenel or comparable enterprise access control platforms.\nExperience managing contract or embedded staff on behalf of a large enterprise client.\nMilitary, law enforcement, or security industry background is a plus.\nWhat We Offer\nCompany sponsored 401(k)\nAccess to company-sponsored health, dental, and vision plans\nPTO\nHigh degree of autonomy to run the program on your own judgment\nHigh-visibility role leading a marquee enterprise engagement\nProfessional development support for certifications and training\n\nFirst Coast Security (FCS), founded in 1999, is a leading security services provider offering customized solutions across commercial, residential, and government sites. We hire and develop high-quality Security Officers and maintain a culture built on service excellence, integrity, and employee satisfaction. FCS values long-term careers, recognizes strong performance, and promotes from within, giving you real opportunities to grow.\nFirst Coast Security Services is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. 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We are a veteran-friendly organization experiencing significant growth, and we are expanding our program management capability to support a growing portfolio of large enterprise engagements.\nThe Role\nWe are looking for a Program Manager based in St. Louis to lead a security project management program for one of our largest enterprise clients. The client is building a series of new, high-security data center campuses across several states, and we run the project management that keeps those builds on track. You will lead a team of project managers deployed to active construction sites, serve as our primary point of contact with the client's senior program leadership, and own the delivery of the program end to end.\nYou will set priorities across sites, keep the program on schedule, and carry the client relationship on your own. This role comes with real autonomy and real accountability. If you have run large builds and know how to keep a multi-site team pointed in the same direction, we want to talk to you.\nWhat You'll Do\nProgram Leadership\nLead delivery of the security project management program across multiple client sites in Louisiana, Texas, and Missouri.\nManage a team of on-site project managers, including assignments, priorities, quality of work product, and performance.\nSet the program's reporting rhythm and keep clear records that hold up to both client and executive review.\nClient & Delivery\nServe as the primary point of contact for the client's senior security program leadership.\nTrack schedules, staffing, and risk across all sites, and get ahead of problems before they affect the build.\nSupport invoice review and purchase-order tracking, including validating project progress against amounts billed and making recommendations to leadership.\nOperations\nOwn the operational backbone of the program: onboarding, scheduling, and time-off coordination for the project management team.\nCoordinate time off through FCS as the prime contractor and ensure required advance notice reaches the client's program lead.\nWhat You Bring\nRequired\n7+ years managing large construction, data center, or capital projects, with direct ownership of schedule, budget, and vendor performance.\nProven track record leading teams across multiple locations at the same time.\nStrong client-facing presence, with the ability to carry a senior client relationship independently.\nWorking knowledge of electronic physical security systems (access control, intrusion detection, camera surveillance) and how they are installed.\nFluency with construction drawings and standard project management software.\nBased in the St. Louis metro or willing to relocate, with occasional travel to active sites (up to approximately 20%).\nStrongly Preferred\nExperience on data center or other mission-critical facility builds.\nPMP certification.\nHands-on experience with Lenel or comparable enterprise access control platforms.\nExperience managing contract or embedded staff on behalf of a large enterprise client.\nMilitary, law enforcement, or security industry background is a plus.\nWhat We Offer\nCompany sponsored 401(k)\nAccess to company-sponsored health, dental, and vision plans\nPTO\nHigh degree of autonomy to run the program on your own judgment\nHigh-visibility role leading a marquee enterprise engagement\nProfessional development support for certifications and training\n\nFirst Coast Security (FCS), founded in 1999, is a leading security services provider offering customized solutions across commercial, residential, and government sites. We hire and develop high-quality Security Officers and maintain a culture built on service excellence, integrity, and employee satisfaction. FCS values long-term careers, recognizes strong performance, and promotes from within, giving you real opportunities to grow.\nFirst Coast Security Services is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.\n#services","datePosted":"2026-08-07T10:59:22.420Z","dateModified":"2026-08-07T10:59:22.420Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"First Coast Security","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"St Louis","addressRegion":"MO","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"0fe0df9b596b515a1e152704"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/0fe0df9b596b515a1e152704"}}