Technical Program Manager III

Role Summary

The Technical Program Manager III at Switch leads the end-to-end delivery of large-scale data center construction programs. This role ensures projects are executed on schedule, within scope, and aligned with Switch standards. Key responsibilities include developing and maintaining detailed project plans, tracking performance, identifying and mitigating risks, managing change control processes, and facilitating coordination across various teams.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the full lifecycle of hyperscale data center construction programs from pre-construction through commissioning and handover
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and milestones
• Track performance across scope, schedule, and cost commitments
• Identify risks early and maintain program risk registers
• Own mitigation strategies and track issues through resolution
• Manage change control processes, including scope, cost, and schedule impacts
• Review construction drawings, specifications, and design intent
• Coordinate RFIs, submittals, field changes, and design clarifications
• Partner with engineering, construction, and commissioning teams to resolve technical issues
• Ensure compliance with internal standards, project requirements, and applicable codes
• Track critical path activities and maintain reporting dashboards
• Provide clear updates to leadership on progress, risks, and required decisions
• Facilitate coordination across Pre-Construction, Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Operations, Procurement, and Supply Chain teams
• Support project closeout, including punch list completion and operational readiness
• Travel up to 30% as required

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field
• Required: 7+ years of experience managing construction or infrastructure projects
• Required: Strong understanding of construction sequencing, milestones, and field execution
• Required: Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, RFIs, and change orders
• Preferred: Experience in data center or mission-critical construction environments
• Preferred: Experience in hyperscale or large-scale infrastructure projects
• Preferred: Familiarity with commissioning and integrated systems testing
• Preferred: PMP certification