Program Manager, Facility Design, Data Centers

AECOM

. Provide program-level leadership across multiple concurrent data center design projects .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $165,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in program-level leadership for data center design projects, with a strong focus on managing schedules, budgets, and client relationships. Proficient in proposal development and execution, with a solid understanding of A/E/C project delivery processes.

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Program ManagementProposal DevelopmentClient Relationship ManagementA/E/C Project DeliveryPMP Certification

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Hard Skills

Data Center DesignProject ManagementBudget ManagementRisk ManagementDesign-Bid-BuildDesign-BuildProposal WritingSchedulingStaffing PlansTechnical Proposals

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationBusiness AcumenCollaborationClient Management

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP CertificationProfessional Licensure (Architect, Engineer)

Industry Keywords

Hyperscale ClientsColocation ClientsMulti-Disciplinary Design TeamsCapture PlanningClient Meetings

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide program-level leadership across multiple concurrent data center design projects
Monitor schedule, budget, staffing, and risk
Identify and resolve program-level constraints impacting delivery
Ensure consistency of execution across multiple projects and clients
Support Design Managers and Project Managers in successful delivery
Support business development and proposal writing for new pursuits
Lead major technical and commercial proposals, including go/no-go coordination, schedules, deliverables, fee strategy, staffing plans, executive reviews, and interview preparation
Coordinate with Client Account Managers and Technical Leaders
Improve proposal processes, templates, and win strategies
Support capture planning for strategic pursuits
Serve as a key point of contact for strategic clients
Participate in client meetings, presentations, and program reviews
Support client relationship management and identify new opportunities
Help manage client expectations and overall client experience
Travel occasionally for client meetings, site visits, project milestones, onsite collaboration sessions, or other business-critical activities
Collaborate with global AECOM teams on high-profile data center projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field plus eight (8) years of relevant experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
Minimum 5+ years managing complex programs or major projects
Experience supporting or leading proposal efforts
Strong understanding of A/E/C project delivery process
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Strong business and financial acumen
Ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities
Preferred: 10 plus years of relevant experience
Direct experience supporting data center projects preferred
Experience working with hyperscale or colocation clients preferred
Experience managing large multi-disciplinary design teams preferred
Experience with Design-Bid-Build and Design-Build delivery models preferred
PMP certification preferred
Professional licensure (Architect, Engineer) is a plus but not required
Must be authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization is not available now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Life and AD&D insurance
Disability benefits
Paid time off
Leaves of absence
Voluntary benefits and perks
Flexible work options
Well-being resources
Employee assistance program
Business travel insurance
Service recognition awards
Retirement savings plan
Employee stock purchase plan
Training and development programs
Career growth and mobility opportunities
In-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location