Data Center Program Manager

Eaton; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton seeks a Data Center Program Manager to lead national Data Center Services Project/Construction Managers. You will align operations, drive productivity, and ensure policy compliance while growing capabilities across divisions and districts.

The role requires 8+ years in electrical project management, 3+ years of people leadership, and travel up to 25%. A PMP certification is preferred; sponsorship is not offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution.
• 8+ years of electrical industry experience in project/construction management, field services, field sales and/or marketing.
• 3+ years of manager of people experience.
• Travel up to 25% of the time.
• Eaton will not sponsor immigration for this position.

Responsibilities

• Provide national leadership for Data Center Services Project/Construction Managers.
• Communicate the Strategic Accounts Operations vision across Eaton Services and Project Management organizations.
• Build relationships with District Operations Centers, Divisions, and Project Management teams to present a unified front and resolve issues.
• Ensure compliance with corporate and division policies, guidelines, and procedures.
• Drive productivity and growth using EBE principles and digital tools.
• Support strategic goals for Strategic Accounts Operations.
• Attract, develop, and retain top-tier Project/Construction Managers who deliver value.
• Lead training and development initiatives to ensure high productivity and technical excellence.

Skills

Project/Construction Mgmt

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

PMP Certification

Job description

Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Data Center Program Manager.The expected annual salary range for this role is $130000 - $190000 a year. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.What you’ll do:Provide national leadership for Data Center Services Project/Construction Managers.Communicate the Strategic Accounts Operations vision across Eaton Services and Project Management organizations.Build strong relationships with District Operations Centers, Divisions, and Project Management teams to present a unified front to external stakeholders and achieve timely and satisfactory resolutions of any issues.Ensure compliance with corporate and division policies, guidelines, and procedures.Drive productivity and growth using EBE principles and digital tools.Support strategic goals for Strategic Accounts Operations.Attract, develop, and retain top-tier Project/Construction Managers who deliver exceptional customer value.Lead training and development initiatives to ensure high productivity and technical excellence across the team.Qualifications:Required Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institutionMinimum 8 years of electrical industry experience in project/construction management, field services, field sales and/or marketingMinimum 3 years of manager of people experienceTravel up to 25% of the timeEaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.This role is designated as a Regular Driver per Eaton’s Driver Safety Policy and requires a current, unrestricted driver’s license along with a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record. Candidates will be subject to a motor vehicle record check upon hire.Preferred Qualifications :PMP certificationBachelor's or Masters Degree in Business, Engineering or Construction10+ years experience in electrical industry projects or operations management3+ years of experience in the Data Center market#LI-CM1Skills:All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates’ privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.The application window for this position is anticipated to close on November 5, 2026We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at 1-800-836-6345 to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number.We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.