Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Switch is a company that designs, builds, and operates data centers, aiming to enable the technology of the future. As a Technical Program Manager II, you will lead the delivery of data center construction programs, ensuring they are completed on schedule and within scope while coordinating multidisciplinary teams and managing risks.
Responsibilities
- Manage the full lifecycle of hyperscale data center construction programs, including pre-construction, design coordination, procurement tracking, construction, commissioning support, and operations handover
- Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, milestones, and execution plans
- Track scope, schedule, and cost performance against commitments
- Lead risk identification and maintain program risk registers
- Own mitigation plans and track risk resolution through project completion
- Manage change control processes, including evaluation of change orders and scope impacts
- Review construction drawings, specifications, and design intent for alignment and constructability
- Coordinate submittals, RFIs, field changes, and design clarifications
- Partner with engineering, construction, commissioning, and operations teams to resolve issues
- Ensure compliance with internal standards and applicable codes
- Maintain dashboards and weekly reporting for leadership
- Highlight key risks, issues, and required decisions in executive updates
- Facilitate cross-functional coordination meetings and drive alignment
- Support punch-list completion and contractual closeout requirements
- Travel up to 30% as required
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field
- 3–6 years of experience managing construction projects
- Experience managing projects from pre-construction through handover
- Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and change orders
- Understanding of construction sequencing and field execution
- Experience using project management software such as MS Project, Primavera P6, Procore, or Smartsheet
- Strong Microsoft Office skills
- Experience in data center or mission-critical construction environments
- Experience in hyperscale or large-scale infrastructure projects
- Familiarity with commissioning and integrated systems testing
- PMP certification
Benefits
- A Culture of Karma – We are self-motivated by karma, ensuring our actions contribute to a positive, supportive and forward-thinking environment.
- Industry Leading Designs – Work with the most advanced data center technology on the planet and be a part of emerging technology development.
- Flexibility & Remote Opportunities – Whether in-office, hybrid, or fully remote, we offer the technology and support to keep teams connected and productive.
- Career Stability & Growth – In this expanding industry, we invest in our people, providing opportunities & advancement in a stable, growing company.
- Generous Benefits Package - Switch provides comprehensive coverage for you and your family that can be tailored to fit your personal needs, and more!
Company Overview
Switch was founded in 2000 by CEO Rob Roy and stands at the forefront as the premier data center designer, builder and operator, owning 100% of its land and facilities. It was founded in 2000, and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada, US, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.switch.com.