Program Manager (construction)

Linesight$90K — $120K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience as a Program Manager or Senior Project Manager
  • Expertise in large-scale, complex data center projects like hyperscale or colocation
  • Detailed knowledge of project and programme controls (schedule, cost, risk)
  • Experience in client-side or consultancy roles
  • Strong skills in leadership, communication, and stakeholder management
  • Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure work environments
  • Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Professional certifications (PMP, APM, RICS, etc.) are advantageous

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage complex data center programs across multiple projects
  • Build strong client relationships and provide strategic leadership
  • Oversee governance, controls, reporting, and assurance of the programme
  • Integrate schedule, cost, risk, and change management effectively
  • Lead multidisciplinary teams including project managers and specialists
  • Drive consistency in delivery standards and reporting best practices
  • Identify programme-level risks and develop mitigation strategies
  • Support procurement, contracting strategies, and stakeholder coordination
  • Manage dependencies between design, construction, and commissioning activities
  • Provide clear reporting to senior client stakeholders and leadership

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and certifications
  • Access to innovative projects in cutting-edge technology areas
  • A collaborative work environment with multidisciplinary teams
  • Possibility of flexible work arrangements
  • Strong focus on employee well-being and work-life balance
Full Job Description
The Opportunity

In this role you will:

 

  • Lead and manage complex data center programs, often comprising multiple concurrent projects or phases
  • Act as the primary client interface, building strong relationships and providing strategic leadership
  • Oversee programme governance, controls, reporting, and assurance
  • Ensure effective integration of schedule, cost, risk, and change management across the programme
  • Lead multidisciplinary teams, including project managers, cost managers, and project controls specialists
  • Drive consistency in delivery standards, best practices, and reporting
  • Proactively identify programme‑level risks and mitigation strategies
  • Support procurement, contracting strategy, and stakeholder coordination
  • Manage dependencies between design, construction, and commissioning activities
  • Provide clear, concise reporting to senior client stakeholders and leadership teams

 

We would love to hear from you if you: 

  • Proven experience as a Program Manager or Senior Project Manager on large‑scale, complex projects
  • Strong background delivering data center projects (hyperscale, colocation, or mission‑critical environments preferred)
  • Excellent understanding of project and programme controls, including schedule, cost, and risk
  • Experience working in a client‑side or consultancy environment
  • Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to operate confidently in fast‑track, high‑pressure environments
  • Degree qualified in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
  • Professional certifications (PMP, APM, RICS, etc.) are an advantage

About Linesight

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Joining Linesight offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic global team of professionals who lead with innovation and expertise in the construction and project management industry.

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At Linesight, job opportunities abound for those looking to push the boundaries of their professional capabilities. Linesight is dedicated to helping some of the most well-known companies around the world achieve efficiency and effectiveness through expert project management. Transform projects and industries by leveraging Linesight's deep industry knowledge combined with a commitment to innovation and leadership. Linesight stands at the forefront of the industry, providing a unique blend of technical expertise and innovative thinking. Engage with a diverse team of professionals to navigate complex challenges and deliver high-quality outcomes for clients worldwide.

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