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TEKsystems is seeking a Critical Environments Program Manager for a major technology client expanding their datacenter footprint across the USA. This role is remote (working from home) day-to-day but requires occasional travel to datacenter sites around the Northern VA area (e.g., Manassas, Leesburg, Sterling, and Ashburn). Travel is expected roughly once every two weeks to various sites.
Overview Role supports the client's Cloud/AI Regional & New Site Programs under the leadership of the Director of Datacenter. The team delivers core infrastructure and foundational technologies powering dedicated online services, focusing on safety, security, efficiency, and sustainability as new datacenter sites are integrated into operations.
Role Purpose The Critical Environments PM acts as the operational voice during the lifecycle of new datacenter builds—from site selection through commissioning and turnover. The role ensures operational readiness, drives continuous improvement, and leads cross-functional collaboration to optimize datacenter performance and end-user experience. Responsibilities include coordinating with internal teams, suppliers, and program management software to ensure tasks are delivered. The resource will manage suppliers/vendors and advocate for the operations team at every step.
This candidate must be able to review construction designs and draw insights from plans to support operational decisions. Experience with large-scale construction design is essential.
Travel may be required to visit sites for major milestones, coordinating with vendors and internal stakeholders to address issues and kickstart next phases. The team is currently short staffed and seeking additional technical personnel.
Key Responsibilities
Represent Critical Facilities and Field Operations in new site development, embedding operational requirements from design through turnover.
Lead onboarding processes for new facilities, including documentation review and training coordination.
Drive improvements in existing datacenter operations through retrofit and efficiency projects.
Collaborate with engineering, regional directors, and operations managers to align procedures and standards.
Manage escalations and ensure timely resolution to minimize service delivery impact.
Capture and apply lessons learned to improve future site launches and operational practices.
Qualifications Required; Top 3 Skills
3+ years in critical facilities (24x7x365) project management with a construction focus.
Experience with data centers and other high-security facilities; background as a practicing electrical and/or mechanical engineer; ability to review designs and anticipate problems.
5+ years in electrical and/or mechanical engineering in construction environments; ability to foresee design issues (e.g., cable routing, storage) for operations planning.
Engineer first, PM second. The technical aspect is highly important.
Additional experience: HVAC; ME certifications are a plus.
3+ years in a similar Program/Construction Management role; demonstrated ability to deliver construction program management initiatives and manage suppliers/internal stakeholders; ideally progressed from technical engineering to management.
Best Qualifications
MEP/CE experience in construction engineering and data center design, construction, and transformation programs.
Deep experience in data center design and construction; coordination with suppliers/vendors and partner organizations.
Financial acumen in budgeting and forecasting for program management.
Familiarity with IT service operations (ITIL, MOF, SLA/OLA).
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Construction certifications related to MEP or CE are a plus. LEED certification, HVAC, and environmental/regulatory experience are advantageous.
Experience Level Intermediate level
Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $60.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be limited by plan terms.
Benefits for This Temporary Role
Medical, dental & vision
Critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage
401(k) retirement plan – pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions
Life insurance (voluntary life & AD&D for employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time off/vacation/sick leave
Workplace Type Hybrid position in Ashburn, VA.
Application Deadline Anticipated to close on Oct 17, 2025.
About TEKsystems We're partners in transformation. TEKsystems helps clients activate ideas and solutions to leverage new opportunities. We are a team of 80,000+ across North America, Europe, and Asia, serving over 6,000 clients including 80% of the Fortune 500. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are equal opportunity employers.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Project Management and Information Technology
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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TEKsystems is seeking a Critical Environments Program Manager for a major technology client expanding their datacenter footprint across the USA. This role is remote (working from home) day-to-day but requires occasional travel to datacenter sites around the Northern VA area (e.g., Manassas, Leesburg, Sterling, and Ashburn). Travel is expected roughly once every two weeks to various sites.
Overview Role supports the client's Cloud/AI Regional & New Site Programs under the leadership of the Director of Datacenter. The team delivers core infrastructure and foundational technologies powering dedicated online services, focusing on safety, security, efficiency, and sustainability as new datacenter sites are integrated into operations.
Role Purpose The Critical Environments PM acts as the operational voice during the lifecycle of new datacenter builds—from site selection through commissioning and turnover. The role ensures operational readiness, drives continuous improvement, and leads cross-functional collaboration to optimize datacenter performance and end-user experience. Responsibilities include coordinating with internal teams, suppliers, and program management software to ensure tasks are delivered. The resource will manage suppliers/vendors and advocate for the operations team at every step.
This candidate must be able to review construction designs and draw insights from plans to support operational decisions. Experience with large-scale construction design is essential.
Travel may be required to visit sites for major milestones, coordinating with vendors and internal stakeholders to address issues and kickstart next phases. The team is currently short staffed and seeking additional technical personnel.
Key Responsibilities
Represent Critical Facilities and Field Operations in new site development, embedding operational requirements from design through turnover.
Lead onboarding processes for new facilities, including documentation review and training coordination.
Drive improvements in existing datacenter operations through retrofit and efficiency projects.
Collaborate with engineering, regional directors, and operations managers to align procedures and standards.
Manage escalations and ensure timely resolution to minimize service delivery impact.
Capture and apply lessons learned to improve future site launches and operational practices.
Qualifications Required; Top 3 Skills
3+ years in critical facilities (24x7x365) project management with a construction focus.
Experience with data centers and other high-security facilities; background as a practicing electrical and/or mechanical engineer; ability to review designs and anticipate problems.
5+ years in electrical and/or mechanical engineering in construction environments; ability to foresee design issues (e.g., cable routing, storage) for operations planning.
Engineer first, PM second. The technical aspect is highly important.
Additional experience: HVAC; ME certifications are a plus.
3+ years in a similar Program/Construction Management role; demonstrated ability to deliver construction program management initiatives and manage suppliers/internal stakeholders; ideally progressed from technical engineering to management.
Best Qualifications
MEP/CE experience in construction engineering and data center design, construction, and transformation programs.
Deep experience in data center design and construction; coordination with suppliers/vendors and partner organizations.
Financial acumen in budgeting and forecasting for program management.
Familiarity with IT service operations (ITIL, MOF, SLA/OLA).
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Construction certifications related to MEP or CE are a plus. LEED certification, HVAC, and environmental/regulatory experience are advantageous.
Experience Level Intermediate level
Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $60.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be limited by plan terms.
Benefits for This Temporary Role
Medical, dental & vision
Critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage
401(k) retirement plan – pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions
Life insurance (voluntary life & AD&D for employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time off/vacation/sick leave
Workplace Type Hybrid position in Ashburn, VA.
Application Deadline Anticipated to close on Oct 17, 2025.
About TEKsystems We're partners in transformation. TEKsystems helps clients activate ideas and solutions to leverage new opportunities. We are a team of 80,000+ across North America, Europe, and Asia, serving over 6,000 clients including 80% of the Fortune 500. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are equal opportunity employers.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Project Management and Information Technology
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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