Principal, Technical Program Manager - Power Generation

Overview

Fleet Data Centers designs, builds, and operates mega-scale data center campuses. The company addresses the market need for flexibility and predictability in Cloud and AI infrastructure by providing in-house design, engineering, and operational capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end behind-the-meter (BTM) and utility-adjacent power generation projects from early feasibility through completion and turnover.
• Translate commercial agreements into clear technical and delivery requirements for internal teams and vendors.
• Develop and maintain integrated program roadmaps, identifying critical paths, interfaces with utility power, and data center milestones.
• Define and maintain a work breakdown structure (WBS) and integrated Critical Path Method (CPM) schedule for power generation scope, including engineering, equipment procurement, construction, commissioning, and tie-ins.
• Coordinate closely with Project Controls and Cost Management to align power generation budgets with overall campus economics and Budget targets.
• Track progress, risks, and variances; propose mitigations and re-sequencing where required to protect data center delivery dates.
• Support development and management of change events (scope changes, design evolution, utility changes) including schedule and cost impact analysis.
• Partner with Electrical, Mechanical, and Civil/Structural Engineering to ensure generation, substation, and distribution designs meet reliability, safety, and performance requirements.
• Coordinate with BTM providers, OEMs, EPCs, and utilities on technical scope, interconnection requirements, protection schemes, and control integration.
• Drive resolution of key technical decisions (e.g., technology selection, ramp strategy, redundancy levels, emissions controls) in alignment with customer needs and long-term portfolio strategy.
• Work with Supply Chain & Procurement to plan and execute procurement of long-lead equipment (e.g., generators, turbines, switchgear, transformers, emissions systems).
• Maintain line-of-sight to OFCI equipment schedules, factory test dates, logistics, and site readiness, ensuring alignment with project milestones.
• Support vendor selection, contract scoping, and performance management, including Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for schedule, cost, and quality.
• Identify and maintain a risk register for power generation scope (e.g., permitting, interconnect delays, regulatory changes, fuel supply, performance guarantees) and develop mitigation plans.
• Coordinate with Legal, Environmental, and Regulatory teams to ensure compliance with permits, emissions requirements, and safety standards.
• Provide clear, concise status updates (dashboards, narratives, and executive summaries) to internal leadership and key customers, translating technical issues into business impacts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of experience in power generation, utility-scale electrical infrastructure, or large industrial energy projects.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder programs with significant power infrastructure (substations, BTM plants, or similar).
• Strong understanding of project management practices (scope, schedule, cost, risk, change control) and tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project).
• Familiarity with PPAs and long-lead equipment procurement for power assets.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; able to interface effectively with engineers, EPCs, utilities, finance, and customers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with data centers, hyperscale, or other mission-critical environments.
• Knowledge of NERC, IEEE, NFPA, and local utility standards relevant to generation and high-voltage infrastructure.
• Background in BTM gas or renewable projects (e.g., reciprocating engines, turbines, battery storage, or hybrid plants).
• Prior experience working within or alongside Project Controls, Supply Chain, or Finance on capital-intensive infrastructure.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, PE, or equivalent) are a plus.

Traits & Competencies

• Strong systems thinking across electrical, mechanical, civil, and commercial dimensions.
• Ability to translate commercial terms into technical execution plans.
• High level of numerical and analytical rigor, comfortable with schedules, cost models, and risk analyses.
• Calm and structured approach under pressure, with a focus on issue resolution and risk mitigation.
• Collaborative, low-ego style, with a bias toward documentation, transparency, and repeatable processes.

Location and Travel

• Work location is flexible to Seattle, WA, Denver, CO, Austin, TX, or Alexandria, VA.
• Regular travel, as needed, to Fleet offices as well as to meet with Vendors.

Benefits

Fleet Data Centers offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including 100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401K program, standard paid holidays, and unlimited PTO.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Fleet Data Centers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.