Site Program Manager, Early Career
Nscale · Bellevue, WA · 1 wk ago
On-siteInformation Technology$80k–$100k/yrFull-time
What You Will Do
- Own on-site delivery execution across the full deployment lifecycle — from civil and structural through power, mechanical, cabling, hardware install, and commissioning
- Coordinate trades on site — electrical, mechanical, low voltage, and network — driving daily standup cadence, resolving trade conflicts, and holding contractors accountable to schedule
- Interface with General Contractors, subcontractors, and OEM vendors on site — managing RFIs, submittals, change orders, and daily progress
- Track site schedule against the master plan — identify variances early, escalate proactively, and work with Project Controls to reflect actuals
- Own site commissioning and acceptance testing process — coordinate power-on sequencing, thermal validation, network testing, and final sign-off against customer acceptance criteria
- Produce daily and weekly site status updates to the Head of E2E Delivery and Integration PM — structured, data-led, no surprises
- Enforce safety protocols on site — PPE compliance, LOTO procedures, hot-work permits, and change management controls
- Build and maintain relationships with trades crews, contractors, and site teams — trust and credibility on the floor is a core part of this role
Minimum Qualifications
- 0–2 years of experience or a recent college graduate, with a degree in construction management, civil/electrical engineering, or a related technical field preferred
- Internship, co-op, or academic project experience in construction, data center operations, or critical infrastructure is a strong plus but not required
- Basic ability to read or willingness to quickly learn construction drawings, RFIs, and submittals
- A genuine interest in spending significant time on an active construction or data center site, since this is a hands-on, on-site role
- Calm, steady demeanor, comfortable being on a busy site and asking questions to learn quickly
- Willingness to travel extensively and spend significant time on active deployment sites
Preferred Qualifications
- Coursework or certification related to construction management, OSHA 10/30, or project management
- Prior internship in data center, telecom infrastructure, or large-scale technology deployment
- Exposure to AI or GPU infrastructure (rack and stack, high-density power, cabling standards)
Pay
Salary Range: $80,000 - $100,000 USD