Technical Program Manager, Design & Engineering

About the role

The Data Center Design Team at Fluidstack is responsible for leading the design, development, and execution of 50GW+ of data centers over the next decade. Key responsibilities include driving the next generation of liquid cooling and electrical distribution systems, developing and scaling first-of-a-kind modular data centers, and influencing behind-the-meter designs and planning for multi-GW campuses.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end project management of concurrent data center design and solution-delivery programs from initiation through construction-ready handoff.
• Build and maintain integrated master schedules across architectural, structural, MEP, civil, technology, and specialty design disciplines.
• Establish program governance: milestone gates, design review cadences, change control, and decision logs that create accountability without overhead.
• Build playbooks, templates, and systems that let technical teams move faster.
• Identify risks, interdependencies, and blockers ahead of time so nothing is unforeseen.

Requirements

• You have extensive experience running technical program management for complex design or construction programs, particularly in data center or large capital projects.
• You have experience building integrated master schedules across multiple design disciplines and establishing program governance that adds accountability without bureaucracy.
• You have experience building playbooks, templates, and systems that enable technical teams to work more efficiently.
• You have a track record of anticipating and resolving potential issues before they become problems.

Qualifications

• You have a background in owner-side design and engineering project management.
• You hold certifications such as PMP or PgMP.
• You are proficient in tools like Primavera P6 or MS Project.

Skills

• Strong project management skills.
• Experience with integrated master schedules.
• Ability to establish effective program governance.
• Proficiency in creating playbooks and templates.
• Exceptional risk identification and mitigation skills.

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package including salary and equity.
• Retirement or pension plan, in line with local norms.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off policy.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $150,000 - $250,000 per year, depending on experience, skills, qualifications, and location. Fluidstack is committed to pay equity and transparency.

Schedule

Fluidstack offers a flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of its employees.