Aligned Data Centers
Technical Program Director
Aligned Data Centers - Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85003
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Aligned Data Centers is looking for a
Technical Program Director
in Phoenix, AZ. This local job opportunity with ID 3035406414 is live since 2025-01-14 16:42:59.
DEPARTMENT:
Design and Procurement REPORTS TO:
Sr. Director, Technical Program Management SUMMARY:
This individual will support all aspects of major technical programs that are targeting both colocation and hyperscale builds, including oversight of employee and third-party organizations engaged. Working under supervision, this role requires strong communication skills, and demonstrates advanced organizational and time management competencies. A successful Technical Program Director with Aligned will possess a hunger to drive efficiencies and innovation, the humility to understand we are all working together during the construction process and a heart to provide exceptional service to both internal and external customers and vendors. This role could eventually have several Technical Program Managers reporting into it. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Drive projects from inception through customer or business turnover. This includes the creation of Technical Program Requests (TPRs) for various levels of executive approval, coordination/communication management with potential end users, procurement/partner selection, and oversight across multiple groups within Aligned and external. Assist with building and maintaining cost models for new market entry and build-to-suit construction projects both nationally and internationally. Provide support to the revenue teams during the RFP process as requested. Integrate with the sales and solutions engineering teams during the revenue generation process to meet with customers and ensure technical deliverables are met. Conduct technical reviews of construction plans with an understanding of architectural design within a data center environment. Communicate conceptual designs to multiple internal Aligned teams with required project documentation prior to and during construction. Cross-reference to customer requirements as needed. Support day-to-day program activities and initiatives (engage with architects, consultants, and equipment providers). Collaborate and work closely with internal Procurement, Platform, and Finance teams during the pre-con process with the ability to problem-solve and define production requirements. Coordinate all project activities with building operations while promoting safety and compliance initiatives and requirements on site. Ownership and communication of design status, cost modeling, risk assessment, and follow-through during technical programs, as defined, across our sites. Assist in the creation of programs that allow Aligned Leadership to track and manage all elements of technical projects in real-time; think outside the box making recommendations for creative, efficient, and innovative solutions prior to and during project stages. Work directly with our Platform Delivery team to optimize and improve project delivery schedules and efficiencies. Ownership of all administrative duties associated with Aligned technical projects as required. Assist in the setup and management of project budgets according to the project controls procedures set forth by Senior Leadership. Work within Aligned cost tracking systems. STRONGLY DESIRED WORKING EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE OF: Project Management Software (MS Projects, Prolog, Procore, BIM 360, or similar). Knowledge and experience working with CAD a plus. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent. Minimum 5 years’ Design or project management experience within a data center environment strongly preferred. Mechanical/Electrical background a plus. Advanced experience in Excel and/or AutoCAD. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to multi-task, with strong time management and organizational skills. Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times. Ability to understand and follow clear directions and meet specific deadlines with reporting, communication, and project schedules. Team player across the organization. Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications. May travel at times up to 25%. Knowledge of construction cost estimating methods and development of scopes of work. Ability to understand construction project scopes. Able to monitor and interpret design and schedule changes and forecast their impact on overall project costs. COMPETENCIES: Adaptability:
Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Analytical:
Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs workflows and procedures. Business Acumen:
Understands business implications of decisions; assists in developing budgets and experience understanding reporting budgets/financials; displays orientation to profitability; demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; aligns work with strategic goals. Change Management:
Assists in the development of workable implementation plans; communicates changes effectively; builds commitment and overcomes resistance; prepares and supports those affected by change; monitors transition and evaluates results
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Technical Program Director
in Phoenix, AZ. This local job opportunity with ID 3035406414 is live since 2025-01-14 16:42:59.
DEPARTMENT:
Design and Procurement REPORTS TO:
Sr. Director, Technical Program Management SUMMARY:
This individual will support all aspects of major technical programs that are targeting both colocation and hyperscale builds, including oversight of employee and third-party organizations engaged. Working under supervision, this role requires strong communication skills, and demonstrates advanced organizational and time management competencies. A successful Technical Program Director with Aligned will possess a hunger to drive efficiencies and innovation, the humility to understand we are all working together during the construction process and a heart to provide exceptional service to both internal and external customers and vendors. This role could eventually have several Technical Program Managers reporting into it. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Drive projects from inception through customer or business turnover. This includes the creation of Technical Program Requests (TPRs) for various levels of executive approval, coordination/communication management with potential end users, procurement/partner selection, and oversight across multiple groups within Aligned and external. Assist with building and maintaining cost models for new market entry and build-to-suit construction projects both nationally and internationally. Provide support to the revenue teams during the RFP process as requested. Integrate with the sales and solutions engineering teams during the revenue generation process to meet with customers and ensure technical deliverables are met. Conduct technical reviews of construction plans with an understanding of architectural design within a data center environment. Communicate conceptual designs to multiple internal Aligned teams with required project documentation prior to and during construction. Cross-reference to customer requirements as needed. Support day-to-day program activities and initiatives (engage with architects, consultants, and equipment providers). Collaborate and work closely with internal Procurement, Platform, and Finance teams during the pre-con process with the ability to problem-solve and define production requirements. Coordinate all project activities with building operations while promoting safety and compliance initiatives and requirements on site. Ownership and communication of design status, cost modeling, risk assessment, and follow-through during technical programs, as defined, across our sites. Assist in the creation of programs that allow Aligned Leadership to track and manage all elements of technical projects in real-time; think outside the box making recommendations for creative, efficient, and innovative solutions prior to and during project stages. Work directly with our Platform Delivery team to optimize and improve project delivery schedules and efficiencies. Ownership of all administrative duties associated with Aligned technical projects as required. Assist in the setup and management of project budgets according to the project controls procedures set forth by Senior Leadership. Work within Aligned cost tracking systems. STRONGLY DESIRED WORKING EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE OF: Project Management Software (MS Projects, Prolog, Procore, BIM 360, or similar). Knowledge and experience working with CAD a plus. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent. Minimum 5 years’ Design or project management experience within a data center environment strongly preferred. Mechanical/Electrical background a plus. Advanced experience in Excel and/or AutoCAD. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to multi-task, with strong time management and organizational skills. Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times. Ability to understand and follow clear directions and meet specific deadlines with reporting, communication, and project schedules. Team player across the organization. Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications. May travel at times up to 25%. Knowledge of construction cost estimating methods and development of scopes of work. Ability to understand construction project scopes. Able to monitor and interpret design and schedule changes and forecast their impact on overall project costs. COMPETENCIES: Adaptability:
Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Analytical:
Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs workflows and procedures. Business Acumen:
Understands business implications of decisions; assists in developing budgets and experience understanding reporting budgets/financials; displays orientation to profitability; demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; aligns work with strategic goals. Change Management:
Assists in the development of workable implementation plans; communicates changes effectively; builds commitment and overcomes resistance; prepares and supports those affected by change; monitors transition and evaluates results
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