Senior Manager, Data Center Project Control leader

Responsibilities:

Strategic Project Control Leadership:

Provide visionary leadership for the project control function, setting the strategic direction and goals.

Develop and implement best-in-class project control practices, methodologies, and tools to drive operational excellence.

Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and data-driven decision-making.

People and Team Management:

Lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing team of project control professionals, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Recruit, develop, and retain top talent, ensuring a diverse and skilled workforce capable of handling complex data center projects.

Conduct performance evaluations, provide feedback, and offer growth opportunities for team members.

Executive Stakeholder Engagement:

Engage and communicate effectively with executive stakeholders, providing timely and accurate project updates.

Present project control insights, risks, and mitigation strategies to senior leadership, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

Advanced Project Control and Risk Management:

Oversee the implementation of robust project control processes, including cost management, scheduling, risk assessment, and change control.

Lead the development of comprehensive risk management strategies, identifying and mitigating potential project risks.

Ensure project control best practices are followed, maintaining high standards of quality and compliance.

Performance Monitoring and Reporting:

Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure project health and progress.

Generate executive-level reports and dashboards, providing transparent visibility into project performance.

Analyze project data and trends to identify areas of improvement and make data-driven recommendations.

Process Optimization and Standardization:

Drive the standardization and optimization of project control processes across all data center projects.

Identify opportunities for process automation, tool enhancement, and digital transformation.

Ensure project control processes are aligned with industry standards and best practices.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Collaborate closely with internal teams, including Project Management, Engineering, Construction, and Finance, to ensure integrated project control.

Facilitate effective communication and coordination among various stakeholders, fostering a unified approach.

Change Leadership and Mentorship:

Lead and manage organizational change related to project control processes and systems.

Mentor and coach project managers and other leaders on project control principles and best practices.

Contract and Vendor Management:

Participate in contract negotiations and vendor management, ensuring project control aspects are well-defined and executed.

Review and approve change orders, ensuring financial and contractual compliance.

Requirements:

12+ years of progressive experience in program/project management, with a strong emphasis on project control, risk management, and operational excellence.

Proven track record in leading and managing large-scale, complex projects, preferably in the data center or infrastructure industry.

Exceptional leadership and people management skill(5+ years people leadership experience), with the ability to inspire and develop high-performing teams.

Strong business acumen and strategic thinking capabilities, translating strategies into actionable plans.

Excellent communication and presentation skills, effectively conveying complex project control concepts to diverse audiences.

Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Primavera, MS Project) and data analysis techniques.

Experience in developing and implementing project control processes, risk management frameworks, and performance reporting systems.

Knowledge of data center construction and operations is highly desirable.

A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; an advanced degree in Business, Engineering, or a related discipline is preferred.

Professional certifications such as PMP, PgMP, or PRINCE2 are advantageous.