Senior Program Manager – Data Center Schedule Project Controls (Nashville, TN or Austin, TX)

Oracle's Data Center Organization is seeking a Senior Program Manager with expertise in project control to join our growing team as we aim to enhance our project management capabilities. With the rapid expansion of Oracle's data center footprint, we are committed to improving our project tracking and control processes to ensure timely and efficient deliveries for our customers.

The Senior Program Manager will play a critical role in establishing and leading the Project Control function, which is responsible for monitoring and managing various aspects of data center projects, including cost, schedule, risk, and performance. This position requires a highly organized and detail-oriented individual with strong program management skills and experience in project control tools and methodologies.

Responsibilities: Schedule Management:

• Develop and maintain master schedules and project schedules using Primavera, identifying critical paths and milestones.
• Create short-term execution plans and integrate subcontractor schedules when required.
• Monitor and report on project progress, ensuring timely delivery.

Cost Control:

• Lead cost management, including budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting.
• Analyze financial impacts of changes and provide insights to the team.
• Ensure cost-efficiency and transparency throughout the project lifecycle.

Risk Mitigation:

• Identify and assess construction risks, prioritizing and quantifying potential issues.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans, ensuring project resilience.
• Regularly review and update risk management documentation.

Change Control Expertise:

• Manage change requests, performing impact analysis on scope, time, and cost.
• Facilitate stakeholder communication and approvals, maintaining project traceability.
• Ensure changes are effectively implemented and documented.

Reporting and Transparency:

• Generate Ad- hoc reports as requested by stakeholders.
• Tailor reports for various stakeholders, providing clear and concise project updates.

Requirements:

• 5–6 years of experience in project controls or a similar Project Management field.
• Experience with Primavera (P6) or Oracle Primavera Cloud scheduling tools is required.
• Familiarity with float management, critical path method (CPM), and sequencing logic.
• Strong communication skills: ability to synthesize complex schedule data into clear updates for internal and external stakeholders
• Strong understanding of project management principles, including cost, schedule, risk, and change management.
• Work closely with project managers and stakeholders to align project control efforts.
• Proficiency in creating and analyzing project budgets, schedules, and performance reports.
• Excellent data analysis and reporting skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and communicate insights effectively.
• Experience in risk management and change control processes, with a structured and organized approach.
• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Project Management, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with data centers, high-tech infrastructure, or mission-critical facilities strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and implement process improvements that enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of project controls functions. Ideal candidates proactively analyze workflows, recommend refinements, and contribute to building a healthy, iterative project controls environment.
PMP or other related certifications are a plus.

Elevate Your Career with Oracle's Data Center Organization:

This role offers an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team at the forefront of Oracle's data center expansion. The Senior Program Manager will play a vital part in implementing and refining project control processes, ensuring that our data center projects are delivered successfully, on time, and within budget. With the responsibility of leading a team and collaborating with various stakeholders, this position provides an excellent platform to showcase your leadership and program management expertise.

If you have the required experience, a passion for project control, and a desire to contribute to the success of Oracle's cloud infrastructure growth, we encourage you to apply and be part of our mission to deliver exceptional data center projects.