Program Director – Data Center Services

Circet USA; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading network services provider seeks a Program Director for Data Center Services. The role involves overseeing complex projects, ensuring technical excellence, and managing vendor performance. Candidates should have extensive experience in data center infrastructure and demonstrate strong leadership and project management skills.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

Paid Time Off & 401K

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Data Center services infrastructure.
• At least 5 years in senior leadership or program management role.
• Skilled in project management methodologies, PMP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project teams managing data center network infrastructure.
• Develop and manage program budgets, schedules, and risk mitigation plans.
• Ensure integration with operational teams and oversee vendor performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s or MBA

Tools

CAD tools

Job description

Company Overview

Circet USA is the leading provider of Network Services in North America, and we're looking for talented professionals to join our team. We specialize in engineering and construction services delivering comprehensive solutions across Inside Plant, Outside Plant, and Wireless networks to meet the evolving infrastructure needs of our customers.

With nearly 50 years of industry experience, we work with major telecom service providers, MSOs, cloud service providers, and utilities. At Circet USA, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact by helping to create customized solutions that address our clients' unique challenges. If you’re passionate about innovation and thrive in a dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Circet USA’s benefits package includes the following:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Digital Health & Wellness Support
• Critical Illness, Accident, & Hospital Insurance
• Short-term & Long-term disability
• Group term & Voluntary life insurance
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Paid Time Off & 401K
• Company Discount Website

Job Summary and Responsibilities

The Program Director – Data Center Services is responsible for overseeing the planning, coordination, and execution of complex projects and programs within critical network facilities. This role manages the deployments—racks, cabling, power systems, routers/switches, and supporting environments—ensuring technical excellence, operational continuity, and strategic alignment with business objectives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

• Lead strategic planning and execution for Data Center Services programs.
• Oversee project teams responsible for design, installation, and maintenance of data center network infrastructure across North America, including structured cabling (fiber and copper installation, termination, and testing), rack and stack/roll deployments, and Smart Hands services for ongoing support, adds, changes, even maintenance, and decommissioning. From initial design to full-scale deployment, providing end-to-end solutions to enhance efficiency, scalability, and reliability in data center installation.
• Ensure seamless integration with Network Operations, Field Engineering, and Outside Plant, and Wireless (where applicable) teams.
• Develop and manage program budgets, schedules, and risk mitigation plans.
• Implement best practices for project execution, quality assurance, and health & safety compliance.
• Serve as a liaison between engineering teams, operational business units, vendors, facilities, and senior stakeholders.
• Oversee vendor and contractor performance, ensuring adherence to scope, timeline, and quality standards.
• Drive cross-functional alignment across internal stakeholders to support growth, network reliability, and uptime requirements.
• Report regularly to executive leadership on key milestones, KPIs, and potential escalations.
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement across data center services operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Construction Management, or a related field; Master’s or MBA is a plus.
• 10+ years of experience in Data Center services infrastructure with at least 5 years in a senior leadership or program management role.
• Proven success leading complex, multi-site infrastructure or network facility programs.
• Deep understanding of white space installation
• Strong knowledge of industry standards (TIA/EIA, BICSI, NEBS) and regulatory compliance (OSHA, NFPA).
• Skilled in project management methodologies; PMP certification preferred.
• Exceptional organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-availability environment.

PREFFERED SKILLS

• Experience with DCIM systems, CAD tools, and network asset management platforms.
• Experience with data center environments, colocation, or hyperscale.
• Working knowledge of physical security, fiber management, and environmental monitoring systems.
• Experience managing greenfield builds and brownfield retrofits.

Circet USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veteran/Disabled. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.