Data Centre Pre-Construction Program Manager - Lease Portfolio (EMEA)
Core
Lead front-end planning and delivery readiness for a large-scale EMEA lease portfolio of data centre projects, ensuring alignment with lease contracts and global design standards before execution.
Role type
Senior Program Manager (Pre-Construction & Front-End Planning)
Builds
Data centre infrastructure projects within lease-based delivery models
Domain
Data Centre / Mission-Critical Infrastructure (MEP-intensive)
Deliverable
Production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Project/programme management, Stakeholder and vendor ecosystem management, Planning and risk management, Governance frameworks, Contract structure understanding, Construction lifecycle knowledge, Process standardisation, Portfolio pipeline planning
Preferred skills
Experience with power and cooling systems, Early-stage engagement, Performance and capability assessment, Driving consistency across external partners
Technologies
Integrated Master Schedule, Data and reporting tools
Responsibilities
Lead front-end planning process across the EMEA lease portfolio, Define and implement standardised planning frameworks and governance gates, Act as central coordination point across ILD, Design, Finance, and lease providers, Provide executive-level reporting on readiness, risks, and pipeline, Support governance forums including lessor engagement and portfolio reviews, Ensure risks are tracked, communicated, and escalated through governance channels
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC