Program Manager (Data Center Construction)

Job Overview

We are looking for an experienced Program Manager (Data Center Construction) to lead our growing portfolio of data center and infrastructure construction programs. You will oversee multiple Construction Project Managers and ensure the successful delivery of complex facilities supporting xAI's AI supercomputing goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership to a team of Construction Project Managers
• Oversee end-to-end execution of large-scale construction programs, including pre-construction planning, site development, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover
• Align program deliverables with xAI's infrastructure roadmap, AI compute requirements, and aggressive timelines
• Manage program-level budgets, schedules, resources, and risks
• Act as a senior owner's representative, managing relationships with contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders
• Drive standardized processes, best practices, and performance metrics across projects
• Ensure rigorous safety, quality, and compliance standards
• Proactively identify and resolve cross-project issues and lead recovery efforts when needed
• Support continuous improvement by mentoring teams and conducting lessons-learned reviews

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• 10+ years of progressive experience in construction project/program management, with a focus on data centers or mission-critical infrastructure
• 5+ years of direct people management experience
• Proven track record delivering complex programs on aggressive schedules and within budget
• Strong technical knowledge across multiple disciplines
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience with data center or hyperscale construction
• Professional certifications such as PMP, CCM, PE, or LEED
• Familiarity with Memphis/Shelby County or similar regional permitting, codes, and construction practices
• Background in high-growth tech or industrial environments

Additional Requirements

• Subject to pre-employment and random drug/alcohol testing, background checks
• Comfortable in active construction site environments
• Flexibility for evenings/weekends as project needs dictate