The OpportunityThe Director of Data Center Program Controls will lead the strategic development and execution of Montera's program controls function supporting a national portfolio of hyperscale data center developments across Tier 1 markets in the United States and select markets in Canada. The program includes one to three facilities per campus, ranging from 50 MW to 300+ MW IT per site.
Reporting directly to the Chief Development Officer (CDO), this role is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing an integrated program controls framework that provides predictable outcomes across cost, schedule, risk, and commercial performance. The Director of Data Center Program Controls will establish standardized processes, systems, and performance metrics that enable informed decision-making and proactive management across the full project lifecycle-from early preconstruction and investment underwriting through project closeout.
This role requires a strategic mindset paired with hands-on leadership to support a total planned program of 1.5-2.5 GW IT capacity across multiple hyperscale campuses, ensuring transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement across the development and delivery organization.
Key Responsibilities and Deliverables: Strategic Program Controls Leadership - Develop and scale a comprehensive, repeatable program controls framework encompassing preconstruction, cost, schedule, risk, change, and contract management.
- Partner with the Chief Development Officer and executive leadership to align program controls strategy with corporate growth, capital deployment, and risk objectives.
- Establish governance, reporting cadence, and escalation protocols to ensure clear visibility into program performance.
Preconstruction & Planning Management - Lead program-level preconstruction planning, including development of baseline budgets, schedules, and execution plans in support of investment decisions and project approvals.
- Support site selection and due diligence efforts by evaluating cost, schedule, and risk drivers and ensuring alignment with program standards.
- Standardize preconstruction deliverables, assumptions, and handoff requirements to downstream delivery teams.
Cost Management & Financial Controls - Develop and manage program-level cost management standards, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and variance analysis.
- Oversee cost reporting accuracy and consistency across all projects, ensuring alignment between development, delivery, and finance teams.
- Implement change management processes to track, evaluate, and approve cost impacts while maintaining budget integrity.
Schedule Management - Establish and maintain program-level scheduling standards, including master schedules, milestone tracking, and critical path analysis.
- Oversee integration of project schedules into a consolidated program view to identify risks, dependencies, and opportunities.
- Drive proactive schedule risk mitigation through trend analysis and corrective action planning.
KPI Development & Performance Reporting - Define, implement, and manage key performance indicators (KPIs), including both leading and lagging indicators, to measure cost, schedule, productivity, quality, and risk.
- Develop executive-level dashboards and reporting tools that provide clear, actionable insights into program health.
- Lead performance reviews with internal teams and external partners to drive accountability and continuous improvement.
Change & Contract Management - Establish standardized change management processes to evaluate scope, cost, and schedule impacts across the program.
- Partner with legal, procurement, and delivery teams to support contract strategy, risk allocation, and compliance.
- Monitor contract performance, claims exposure, and commercial risk across the portfolio.
Systems, Tools & Continuous Improvement - Lead selection, implementation, and optimization of program controls systems and tools (cost, schedule, reporting platforms).
- Drive data quality, consistency, and integration across systems to support reliable analytics and decision-making.
- Capture lessons learned and implement process improvements to enhance predictability and efficiency across future phases and projects.
RequirementsWhat You'll Bring: - Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, Business, or related field (Master's preferred).
- 10+ years of progressive experience in program controls, project controls, or project management within large-scale infrastructure, data center, or mission-critical environments.
- Demonstrated experience managing cost and schedule controls across multi-project, multi-market programs.
- Strong expertise in preconstruction planning, cost management, scheduling, change management, and contract administration.
- Proficiency in program controls and project management tools such as Primavera P6, MS Project, Procore, and cost management systems.
- Exceptional analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Proven ability to build and lead high-performing teams and influence across organizational boundaries.
BenefitsWhy Join Montera?At Montera, you'll shape the next generation of digital infrastructure while being supported by a team that values integrity, collaboration, and long-term partnership. We're a remote-first company that empowers our people with flexibility, ownership, and meaningful rewards.
Our Benefits at a Glance:- Comprehensive Health Coverage: We pay 90% of health premiums for employees and their dependents.
- Generous Time Off: Up to 8 weeks of paid time off per year, including holidays, PTO, and sick time.
- Financial Security: 401(k) plan with immediate eligibility, no vesting requirement, and employer match contributions up to 6%.
- Recognition & Rewards: Annual bonus program to share in our success.
- Extra Support: Remote work stipend plus phone allowance to help you stay connected.
At Montera, you'll have the autonomy to do great work and the benefits to thrive personally and professionally.
Work Location: Remote/Hybrid
We believe great work starts with investing in great people. That is why we offer a competitive and thoughtful total compensation package designed to recognize the value each team member brings.
Our compensation ranges are informed by market data and aligned to job level and role. When making hiring and compensation decisions, we consider a variety of factors, including skills, experience, education, training, competencies, and overall business needs.
The reasonable compensation range for this role is $200,000 - $260,000.
