Data Center Program Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Variable incentive program

Job summary

Eaton's ES AMER ESS division is seeking a Data Center Program Manager to provide national leadership for Data Center Services project teams in the U.S. The role commands a competitive total compensation package with a salary range of $130,000 to $190,000 and a merit/incentive program.

The candidate will travel up to 25% and lead cross-functional initiatives across divisions and districts from Richmond, VA. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree, 8+ years in electrical project/construction

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.
• Minimum 3 years of people management experience.
• Travel up to 25% of the time.
• Current, unrestricted driver's license with a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record.
• No immigration sponsorship available.
• Role designated as Regular Driver per policy.

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.
• 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 delivering customer value.
• Lead training and development initiatives to ensure high productivity and technical excellence.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Travel up to 25%

Education

Bachelor's Degree

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:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution
• Minimum 8 years of electrical industry experience in project/construction management, field services, field sales and/or marketing
• Minimum 3 years of manager of people experience
• Travel up to 25% of the time
• Eaton 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 certification
• Bachelor's or Masters Degree in Business, Engineering or Construction
• 10+ years experience in electrical industry projects or operations management
• 3+ years of experience in the Data Center market

Skills:

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The application window for this position is anticipated to close on November 5, 2026

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