Senior Technical Program Manager, Data Center Delivery - Remote

About Overwatch Mission Critical Overwatch is a service-disabled Veteran-owned small business (SDVOB) certified through the National Veterans Business Development Council (NVBDC), offering construction professional services, talent acquisition, and general contractor services for the mission-critical infrastructure industry. Our mission is the construction and management of state-of-the-art data centers with the precision and reliability this industry demands. From high-end engineers to seasoned professionals, we deploy the people you need to get your data center off the ground. At Overwatch, it's more than a job — it's purpose. The Opportunity Overwatch Mission Critical is building out this team to support multiple concurrent projects. We are seeking professionals who can take ownership of builds in these key markets:

• Northern Virginia
• Dallas / Fort Worth, TX
• Phoenix, AZ
• Chicago, IL
• Salt Lake City, UT
• Abilene, TX

This role will operate primarily remote during the initial design and preconstruction phases, with heavy collaboration across design, engineering, and project controls teams. As the project transitions into active construction, you will be consistently expected to travel and be present on-site to oversee build execution, drive technical coordination, and support turnover through project closeout. As a Data Center Construction Owner’s Representative, you will lead the end-to-end delivery of large-scale, technically complex data center construction projects. Acting as a trusted extension of the Owner, you will be responsible for aligning design, engineering, and construction teams to ensure on-time, on-budget, and high-quality project delivery. This is a high-impact role requiring strategic leadership, technical expertise, and direct engagement with both internal stakeholders and external vendor partners. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to own concurrent builds from initial planning through turnover to operations, while maintaining accountability for cost, schedule, quality, and risk management.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the end-to-end program leader, driving delivery from concept through completion.
• Project Planning: Develop and implement strategies for data center construction that align with client goals, timelines, and budgets.
• Design & Construction Coordination: Partner with design and construction teams to ensure seamless handoff, technical alignment, and proactive resolution of constructability issues.
• Tenant Fit-Out & LV Integration: Manage coordination of tenant scope and low-voltage infrastructure with base build delivery.
• Project Management: Oversee all phases of construction, ensuring milestones are achieved with precision and accountability.
• Vendor & Contractor Management: Select, negotiate, and manage contractors, consultants, and suppliers, ensuring adherence to scope, safety, quality, and cost.
• Budget Oversight: Build, manage, and optimize project budgets with strong financial controls.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks to protect schedule, quality, and financial performance.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate effectively with client leadership, internal teams, and external partners, providing transparent reporting and proactive issue resolution.
• Quality Assurance: Implement and enforce quality control processes to meet stringent mission-critical construction standards.
• Conduct regular project site visits to verify progress, safety, and quality throughout project lifecycle.

Required Skills & Experience

• Project Management Expertise: Proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale, mission-critical construction projects (data center experience strongly preferred).
• Strategic Planning: Skilled in developing and executing long-term program strategies across multiple concurrent builds.
• Technical Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of data center design, construction, commissioning, and operational requirements.
• Leadership: Strong leadership under pressure with the ability to inspire, mentor, and drive diverse project teams toward success.
• Budget Management: Demonstrated experience developing, tracking, and optimizing large project budgets.
• Risk Management: Proficient in identifying potential risks and implementing effective mitigation strategies.
• Vendor Management: Expertise in contract negotiation, vendor oversight, and maintaining accountability among partners.
• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for client-facing updates, executive reporting, and contractor coordination.
• Bilingual in Spanish or Portuguese is a plus.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and decision-making skills with the ability to excel in fast-paced, high-stakes environments.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment This position may operate in a combination of office, remote, and active construction site environments, depending on project assignment and business needs. Employees must be able to perform essential job functions safely and effectively in both professional and field conditions.

• Must be able to walk, stand, stoop, twist, bend, and climb stairs or ladders for extended periods while navigating uneven, unpaved, or obstructed terrain when on-site.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Must be able to travel to and between job sites and access all areas of an active construction zone, including raised platforms, scaffolding, and confined spaces.
• Must be able to tolerate outdoor weather conditions and exposure to dust, noise, vibrations, and construction-related odors.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with contractors, engineers, and other personnel while maintaining situational awareness in high-activity environments.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety vests, hearing protection, and steel-toe boots are required when visiting or working on active construction sites.
• This role requires visual acuity sufficient to read drawings, specifications, and safety signage, and to observe site activity.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position in accordance with applicable law. Know someone who’d be a great fit? If you're a current Overwatch employee and want to refer top talent to help us grow, submit your referral HERE. Let’s build the future together! Benefits: Overwatch Construction offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, and relocation assistance available. OVERWATCH is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. OVERWATCH considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job