Technical Program Manager

Overwatch Mission Critical•Chicago, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Data Center Technical Program Manager (TPM) will lead end-to-end delivery of large-scale 25MW data hall deployments, overseeing the full lifecycle of tenant fit-out projects from pre-construction planning through commissioning and final operational turnover. This role requires a highly experienced program leader with a strong construction background and deep expertise in mission-critical infrastructure, capable of managing hyperscale or colocation data center projects with significant technical complexity. The TPM will be responsible for coordinating design, construction, bulk fiber implementation, conveyance systems, MEP integration, white space deployment, and operational readiness while ensuring schedule, budget, quality, and risk objectives are achieved. This individual will act as the primary liaison between internal stakeholders, contractors, technical teams, and executive leadership to drive successful infrastructure delivery. The ideal candidate combines field execution experience, technical fluency, and strategic program management to ensure timely and efficient deployment of mission-critical data center environments.

Requirements

Minimum: 6+ years in mission-critical construction, data center infrastructure, or technical program management
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in a professional work environment, including preparing written reports and documentation, conveying information clearly to team members, clients, and stakeholders, and responding appropriately to verbal and written communications related to job duties.
Must be able to walk, stand, stoop, twist, bend, and climb stairs or ladders for extended periods while navigating uneven, unpaved, or obstructed terrain.
Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
Must be able to drive between job sites and access all areas of an active construction zone, including raised platforms, scaffolding, and confined spaces.
Must be able to tolerate exposure to outdoor weather conditions, dust, and construction-related noise, vibrations, and odors.
Must be able to communicate effectively with contractors, engineers, and site personnel, and maintain situational awareness in high-activity environments.
Personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety vests, hearing protection, and steel-toe boots, is required.
Must have sufficient visual acuity to read drawings, specifications, and safety signage, and to observe site activity.

Nice To Haves

Preferred: 10–15+ years in hyperscale, colocation, or enterprise data center environments
Ideal Candidate: 12+ years with direct experience leading large-scale white space deployments, tenant improvements, or major infrastructure programs
Mission-critical construction management
Hyperscale or colocation data center builds
Tenant improvement / fit-out execution
Owner’s representative experience
Schedule acceleration and recovery
Commissioning and turnover
Bulk Fiber
Conveyance
Power Distribution

Responsibilities

Act as the team's on-site representative for safe data center construction, overseeing and reporting on project delivery.
Lead full lifecycle delivery of data hall fit-out projects from pre-construction, design, procurement, and construction through commissioning and final turnover.
Oversee all construction activities related to tenant improvements, ensuring alignment with design requirements, schedule milestones, and operational goals.
Manage deployment of bulk fiber infrastructure, including routing, integration, quality assurance, and coordination with network and technical teams.
Coordinate conveyance systems implementation, including material movement, logistics pathways, and infrastructure readiness to support large-scale deployments.
Drive cross-functional collaboration between owners, design consultants, general contractors, MEP trades, commissioning teams, and operations personnel.
Develop and manage comprehensive master schedules, proactively identifying schedule risks and implementing recovery plans to maintain delivery timelines.
Monitor budgets, procurement activities, and long-lead equipment to ensure cost controls and project financial objectives are achieved.
Facilitate technical design reviews, change management, and risk mitigation processes to address project challenges and maintain quality standards.
Oversee QA/QC processes, commissioning execution, integrated systems testing, and turnover activities to ensure mission-critical operational readiness.
Provide executive-level reporting, stakeholder communication, and strategic oversight while driving issue resolution, program transparency, and successful project outcomes.