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Data Center Program Manager
Location: Memphis, TN
Work Schedule: Onsite 4–5 days per week
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire (conversion typically within 6–9 months, timing dependent)
Pay Rate: $60–$85/hour (W2)
Conversion Salary Range: $160,000–$175,000 annually
About the Company
Computacenter is a global provider of IT services and solutions, supporting enterprise clients with the design, implementation, and management of complex IT infrastructures. In partnership with xAI, Computacenter supports next-generation data center initiatives that enable scalable, high-performance environments.
Job Summary
Computacenter is seeking an experienced Data Center Program Manager to lead large-scale data center infrastructure programs. This role will oversee multiple interdependent projects, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure successful delivery of complex initiatives aligned with business and technical objectives. While AI experience is not required, exposure to AI-related infrastructure is a plus.
This position requires a hands-on, highly engaged program leader who is comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment with extended work hours as needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a portfolio of data center infrastructure projects from planning through execution.
- Oversee program timelines, budgets, risks, and dependencies across multiple workstreams.
- Partner with executive stakeholders, business leaders, and technical delivery teams.
- Translate business objectives into clear program roadmaps, milestones, and measurable outcomes.
- Maintain a strong working knowledge of data center technologies (networking, compute, storage, hardware) to effectively engage technical teams.
- Provide regular program reporting and executive-level updates.
- Apply Agile and traditional program management methodologies as appropriate.
- Mentor project managers and ensure adherence to governance standards.
Required Qualifications
- 10–15 years of experience in program and/or project management.
- Experience supporting data center or large-scale infrastructure initiatives.
- Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple initiatives in parallel within tight timelines.
- Comfortable working 40–60 hours per week, with overtime expected as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
- Exposure to AI or AI-adjacent data center environments (preferred, not required).
- PMP certification (preferred, not required).
- Agile or other program management certifications a plus.
- Experience working with enterprise or consulting environments.
Benefits (During Contract)
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401(k) with pre- and post-tax options
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Voluntary life and hospital indemnity insurance
- Paid sick time
Salary : $160,000 - $175,000