Mission-Critical Data Center Mechanical Program Lead

CBRE Group, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Data Center Mechanical Technical Program Manager to oversee the design of facility upgrades and retrofits for mission-critical environments.

You will assemble design teams from internal stakeholders and external partners, and manage external design services to support construction activities. The role requires deep knowledge of data center mechanical systems, construction processes, and program governance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 10+ years experience in Mechanical Engineering.
• Industrial or commercial HVAC experience.
• Experience with data center facilities is preferred.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Identify stakeholders and align objectives, plan, and priorities.
• Monitor progress and risks; propose mitigation plans.
• Publish program metrics to support decision-making.
• Apply relevant best practices from other processes and technologies.
• Organize ambiguous projects into longer-term objectives (6+ months).
• Build and support program teams across the organization.
• Lead program governance, escalations, and change management rollout.
• Develop communications plans and represent the program at touchpoints.
• Define program phasing and metrics to address continuous improvement.
• Create project plans with risks and dependencies.

Skills

Program management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Change management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's Degree or PE licence

Job description

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Data Center Mechanical Technical Program Manager to oversee the design of facility upgrades and retrofits for mission-critical environments.

You will assemble design teams from internal stakeholders and external partners, and manage external design services to support construction activities. The role requires deep knowledge of data center mechanical systems, construction processes, and program governance.