Oracle is a leading company that combines data, infrastructure, applications, and expertise to drive industry innovations. They are seeking a Data Center Low-Voltage Vendor Senior Program Manager to manage complex construction programs, coordinate technical aspects, and ensure project timelines align with company goals.
Responsibilities:
- Project Planning and Execution: Lead the planning and execution of data center construction projects, ensuring adherence to schedules, budgets, and quality standards
- Technical Leadership: Provide technical expertise and guidance to the construction team, including architects, engineers, and contractors, throughout the project lifecycle
- Resource Management: Allocate and manage resources efficiently, including personnel, equipment, and materials, to optimize project productivity
- Design Review and Optimization: Collaborate with the design team to review and optimize data center designs, considering factors such as scalability, energy efficiency, and future-proofing
- Vendor Management: Work closely with external vendors and contractors, negotiating contracts, and ensuring their performance meets Oracle's standards and project requirements
- Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Identify potential project risks and develop strategies to mitigate them. Regularly assess and update risk management plans
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that all construction activities comply with local regulations, building codes, and industry standards
- Progress Reporting: Generate accurate and timely project reports, including status updates, financial forecasts, and risk assessments, for internal stakeholders
- Team Collaboration: Foster a collaborative environment, working closely with internal teams like Network Engineering, Facilities, and Operations to align construction activities with overall data center objectives
- Innovation and Continuous Improvement: Stay updated with industry trends and best practices, identifying opportunities to enhance construction processes and technologies
Requirements:
- A minimum of 6 years of experience in a technical program/project management role within the data center construction or related industry
- Advanced technical knowledge of data center infrastructure, including electrical, mechanical, and network systems
- Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale construction projects, preferably in a data center environment
- Experience in vendor management and contract negotiation, prior working experience with (or) for Low-voltage vendors
- Excellent project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects, budgets, and timelines
- Strong leadership and communication skills to lead and influence cross-functional teams
- Proficiency in project management software and tools for planning, scheduling, and resource allocation
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications
- Understanding of construction safety regulations and quality control practices
- A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field; a Master's degree is preferred
- Relevant industry certifications (e.g., PMP, LEED AP, Primavera) are highly valued