Data Center Program Manager

Motion Recruitment Partners LLC; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 160,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) options

Short-term and long-term disability insurance

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking an experienced Data Center Program Manager to lead large-scale data center infrastructure programs in Memphis, TN. This role involves overseeing multiple projects, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring delivery aligned with business goals. Candidates should have 10–15 years in program management and skills in stakeholder management. The position offers competitive pay, and a potential conversion salary of $160,000 to $175,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of experience in program and/or project management.
• Experience supporting data center or large-scale infrastructure initiatives.
• Ability to manage multiple initiatives in parallel within tight timelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a portfolio of data center infrastructure projects from planning through execution.
• Oversee program timelines, budgets, risks, and dependencies across multiple workstreams.
• Provide regular program reporting and executive-level updates.

Skills

Program and project management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Leadership

Job description

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Base pay range

$60.00/hr - $85.00/hr

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Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire (conversion typically within 6–9 months, timing dependent)

Pay Rate: $60–$85/hour (W2)

Conversion Salary Range: $160,000–$175,000 annually

About the Company

Computacenter is a global provider of IT services and solutions, supporting enterprise clients with the design, implementation, and management of complex IT infrastructures. In partnership with xAI, Computacenter supports next-generation data center initiatives that enable scalable, high-performance environments.

Job Summary

Computacenter is seeking an experienced Data Center Program Manager to lead large-scale data center infrastructure programs. This role will oversee multiple interdependent projects, coordinate cross‑functional teams, and ensure successful delivery of complex initiatives aligned with business and technical objectives. While AI experience is not required, exposure to AI‑related infrastructure is a plus.

This position requires a hands‑on, highly engaged program leader who is comfortable operating in a fast‑paced environment with extended work hours as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a portfolio of data center infrastructure projects from planning through execution.
• Oversee program timelines, budgets, risks, and dependencies across multiple workstreams.
• Partner with executive stakeholders, business leaders, and technical delivery teams.
• Translate business objectives into clear program roadmaps, milestones, and measurable outcomes.
• Maintain a strong working knowledge of data center technologies (networking, compute, storage, hardware) to effectively engage technical teams.
• Provide regular program reporting and executive‑level updates.
• Apply Agile and traditional program management methodologies as appropriate.
• Mentor project managers and ensure adherence to governance standards.

Required Qualifications

• 10–15 years of experience in program and/or project management.
• Experience supporting data center or large‑scale infrastructure initiatives.
• Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple initiatives in parallel within tight timelines.
• Comfortable working 40–60 hours per week, with overtime expected as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to AI or AI‑adjacent data center environments (preferred, not required).
• PMP certification (preferred, not required).
• Agile or other program management certifications a plus.
• Experience working with enterprise or consulting environments.

Benefits (During Contract)

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with pre‑ and post‑tax options
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• Voluntary life and hospital indemnity insurance