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Position Overview

• The Technical Program Manager, Scheduling is responsible for developing, maintaining, and monitoring detailed project schedules for data center campus infrastructure deployments in North America. This role ensures accurate planning and sequencing of activities across design, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases. The Scheduler works closely with technical program managers, engineers, and construction teams to provide visibility into timelines, identify risks, and support on-time delivery.

• The Technical Program Manager, Scheduling reports to the Director of Data Center Planning and Delivery, Fleet Data Centers. Open to candidates based in Seattle, WA; Arlington, VA; or Denver, CO.
• Schedule Development & Maintenance: Create and update detailed schedules for design, procurement, construction, and commissioning using tools such as MS Project or Primavera P6.
• Schedule Analysis & Reporting: Track progress, analyze variances, and provide regular reports to stakeholders. Highlight critical path activities and recommend corrective actions.
• Risk Identification: Identify schedule risks and work with project teams to develop mitigation strategies.
• Coordination: Collaborate with internal teams and external contractors to ensure alignment on timelines and dependencies.
• Process Improvement: Support development of scheduling standards, templates, and best practices to improve predictability and efficiency.
• Progress Monitoring & Reporting: Monitor progress against the baseline schedule and generate regular reports for stakeholders.
• Critical Path Analysis: Utilize the Critical Path Method (CPM) to identify task dependencies and the critical sequence of activities.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in scheduling for large-scale construction or infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in scheduling tools (Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar). Knowledge of CPM, and ability to read construction documents.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing and critical path methodology.
• Ability to analyze schedule data and communicate findings clearly.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
• Analytical mindset for identifying risks and optimizing schedules.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities

Required Traits and Skills

• Integrity and Ethical Standards: Build trust, ensure fairness, and foster long-term, transparent relationships with suppliers.
• Effective Communication: The ability to clearly convey expectations and requirements to suppliers and negotiation parties, while understanding their needs and concerns. Comfortable delivering written and verbal presentations to internal leadership teams.
• Emotional Intelligence (EQ): Ability to understand the emotions, cultural nuances, and motivations of others, while effectively managing one's own emotions during high-pressure negotiations.
• Strategic Thinking: Recognize how supplier relationships and negotiations align with the broader organizational goals, while aiming for outcomes that benefit both parties.
• Critical Thinking Skills: Finding innovative solutions and being flexible in addressing unexpected challenges.
• Analytical Ability: Make data-driven decisions, assess cost structures, and identify potential risks, ensuring informed and strategic outcomes.
• Influence and Persuasion: Able to effectively advocate for their position, build consensus, and secure favorable agreements without compromising relationships.
• Operational Paranoia: Anticipate risks, identify vulnerabilities, and proactively implement mechanisms to prevent and minimize disruptions and safeguard safety, security, availability, and scale.
• Relationship Management: Cultivate trust, collaboration, and long-term partnerships, while building a broad network that provides valuable benchmarking, industry insights, and alternative sourcing options.

Expected Salary Range

• $150,000 - $200,000 + Bonus
• Fleet Data Centers Employment
• Fleet Data Center employees enjoy competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including 100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401K program, standard paid holidays, and unlimited PTO.
• NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the organization's ongoing needs.
• Fleet Data Centers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.
• If you need assistance applying for any of our open positions, please contact us at info@fleetdatacenters.com.