Principal Data Center Facilities Development Manager

Oracle • Nashville, TN

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About The Position

Oracle is seeking an experienced End-to-End Data Center Technical Program Manager to lead hyperscale data center capacity-delivery programs from early site selection through customer handover and production go-live. The position owns the integrated delivery path that converts a site into live, available compute and GPU capacity for end customers. It coordinates internal teams, colocation providers, utilities, contractors, and technology partners across site due diligence, design, construction, commissioning, white-space fit-out, network deployment, server readiness, and operational handover. The role requires technical fluency in critical electrical infrastructure, low-voltage systems, structured cabling, and networking dependencies in hyperscale data center environments.

The role provides centralized PMO support and subject matter expertise across construction operations. It supports integrated schedules, budgets, quality assurance, program documentation, project integration, commissioning, operational readiness, risk management, vendor and stakeholder relationships, design coordination, and continuous improvement. It also coordinates work across projects and functional areas, helps resolve issues, coaches junior team members, and contributes to candidate interviews and hiring recommendations.

Requirements

• At least 11 years of construction project management experience; or a bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field and at least 7 years of experience; or a master's degree in one of these fields and at least 5 years of experience; or a doctorate in one of these fields and at least 3 years of experience.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating and managing large-scale data center infrastructure buildouts.
• Demonstrated experience with installation, maintenance, and upgrades of data center physical equipment.
• Ability to manage execution and compliance of contracts for goods and services.
• Ability to provide technical leadership and mentoring on complex projects.
• Business acumen in making strategic decisions aligned with organizational goals and industry trends.
• Ability to plan and carry out quality assurance activities for high-standard deliverables.
• Proficiency in producing clear, comprehensible technical documentation for varied audiences.
• Ability to identify, address, and resolve conflicts to maintain positive team dynamics.
• Negotiation skills to achieve mutually beneficial agreements through effective communication.
• Ability to select, onboard, and manage vendor relationships for optimal performance.
• Experience supporting budget planning, tracking, and resource management.
• Ability to manage cross-functional programs, lead teams, and allocate resources for timely delivery.
• Skill in developing, monitoring, and adjusting construction project schedules.

Nice To Haves

• At least 12 years of construction project management experience; or a bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field and at least 8 years of experience; or a master's degree in one of these fields and at least 6 years of experience; or a doctorate in one of these fields and at least 4 years of experience.
• At least 2 years of experience working with operating budgets and/or project financials.

Responsibilities

• Provide centralized PMO support and subject matter expertise to construction teams to help deliver projects on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Support development and maintenance of integrated project schedules, planning practices, dependencies, and milestone delivery across multiple projects.
• Support project budget development and oversight, resource planning, cost management, and reporting.
• Create, review, and maintain program documentation, including standards, guidance materials, technical reviews, and problem-solving papers.
• Develop and support quality assurance processes to help teams meet project requirements, organizational standards, and industry practices.
• Coordinate and integrate project teams and operational functions across planning, design, construction, commissioning, and operational readiness.
• Conduct project reviews and site engagements to assess schedule, coordination, and quality practices, identify gaps, and share recommendations.
• Provide guidance for project startup, commissioning, and operational readiness.
• Evaluate delivery risks across projects and initiatives, identify gaps in risk identification and mitigation practices, and develop guidance and tools to address them.
• Support mitigation strategies for significant project and operational risks and share lessons learned and effective practices.
• Connect internal teams and third-party providers, facilitate communication, provide subject matter guidance, and support issue resolution.
• Develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders and identify opportunities for alignment and process improvement.
• Support vendor evaluation, scope development, contract reviews, and performance management; select, negotiate, and manage vendor, contractor, and supplier contracts and compliance.
• Collaborate with design, construction, and operational teams to support consistent application of approved requirements and standards and address technical and coordination issues.
• Consolidate project team and colocation provider feedback to identify lessons learned, strengthen standards, and support continuous improvement.
• Provide cross-functional expertise and knowledge sharing across power, cooling, networking, structured cabling, and related operational areas.
• Manage and coordinate moderately complex tasks, monitor timelines and deliverables, delegate and prioritize work across projects, and adjust plans as resources, priorities, or timelines change.
• Collaborate across the organization, align expectations, share expertise, and develop practical guidance and solutions while seeking and respecting diverse perspectives.
• Analyze moderately complex issues, identify solutions using standard practices, escalate unresolved or critical issues with assessments and suggested solutions, and document problem-solving strategies.
• Pursue learning and training, stay current on industry trends and best practices, and coach and mentor junior team members.
• Recommend and help implement process improvements, evaluate their impact, and solicit feedback on alternative approaches.
• Participate in candidate interviews, assess candidates, and provide hiring recommendations.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits that support employees with flexible medical, life insurance, and retirement options.
• Volunteer programs that encourage employees to give back to their communities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal
• Education Level: No Education Listed