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Introdução

IBM is seeking an experienced Design & Construction Program Manager to oversee the delivery of complex, mission-critical data center projects within industrial and/or manufacturing environments. This individual will serve as IBM’s primary governance lead, ensuring alignment across multiple vendors (Contractors, Architects, Engineers, Owner’s Representatives, Permitting consultants, etc…) and driving execution under IBM’s Integrated Delivery Framework. The role requires deep expertise in data center construction, risk management, and program-level oversight to meet aggressive timelines and technical requirements for IBM’s quantum, infrastructure, and high-performance computing facilities.

Sua Função e suas Responsabilidades
  • Lead and govern all design and construction activities across multiple vendors (Contractors, Architects, Engineers, Owner’s Representatives, Permitting consultants).
  • Ensure adherence to IBM’s different project delivery model, design review gates (SD/DD/CD), and governance standards.
  • Develop scope of work and RFP documents; prepare and issue RFPs, evaluate bids, and recommend awards.
  • Maintain master schedule and critical path; validate vendor schedules and commissioning readiness.
  • Own risk register; proactively identify and mitigate risks related to cost, schedule, and technical compliance.
  • Oversee change-order governance, contract compliance, and financial reporting accuracy.
  • Validate design deliverables for hyperscale/data center requirements (Tier III+/IV).
  • Ensure commissioning protocols (Level 1–5, IST) meet IBM standards.
  • Act as primary liaison between IBM leadership, internal stakeholders, and external vendors.
  • Provide executive dashboards and weekly progress reports to senior management.
  • Facilitate service provider adherence to all processes and financial controls; ensure timely invoicing and project closeout.
  • Participate in value engineering exercises and maintain awareness of latest D&C innovations.
  • Integrate all pillars within geography into end-to-end project delivery, including contracts, workplace, transactions, and facility management.
  • Review and understand lease language, budgets, and schedules; validate estimates and capital cash flow projections.
  • Drive implementation of IBM Workplace standards and ensure LEED/WELL compliance.
Formação requerida
Bacharelado
Formação preferencial
Mestrado
Experiência Profissional e Técnica Requerida

·       10+ years in construction program management, with at least 5 years in data center or mission-critical facilities.

·       Must have out of the ground construction of data center experience.

·       Proven track record managing industrial/manufacturing environments and large-scale projects with various contract structures.

·       Strong knowledge of electrical/mechanical systems, commissioning protocols, and hyperscale design.

·       Advanced skills in schedule development, cost forecasting, and risk management.

·       Ability to lead multi-functional teams and communicate effectively with executives and technical stakeholders.

·       Detail-oriented with comprehensive understanding of project financial and schedule documents.

·       Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; PMP certification strongly preferred.

Experiência Profissional e Técnica Preferencial


  • Strong negotiation skills and ability to manage complex vendor ecosystems.
  • Experience with EPC, GMP, IPD, Cost Plus, delivery models and open-book contracting.
  • Familiarity with prefabrication/modularization strategies for data centers.

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In a world where technology never stands still, we understand that, dedication to our clients success, innovation that matters, and trust and personal responsibility in all our relationships, lives in what we do as IBMers as we strive to be the catalyst that makes the world work better.

Being an IBMer means you’ll be able to learn and develop yourself and your career, you’ll be encouraged to be courageous and experiment everyday, all whilst having continuous trust and support in an environment where everyone can thrive whatever their personal or professional background.

 

Our IBMers are growth minded, always staying curious, open to feedback and learning new information and skills to constantly transform themselves and our company. They are trusted to provide on-going feedback to help other IBMers grow, as well as collaborate with colleagues keeping in mind a team focused approach to include different perspectives to drive exceptional outcomes for our customers. The courage our IBMers have to make critical decisions everyday is essential to IBM becoming the catalyst for progress, always embracing challenges with resources they have to hand, a can-do attitude and always striving for an outcome focused approach within everything that they do.

 

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Sobre a IBM

IBM’s greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that through the application of intelligence, reason and science, we can improve business, society and the human condition, bringing the power of an open hybrid cloud and AI strategy to life for our clients and partners around the world.

 

Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are not only one of the largest corporate organizations in the world, we’re also one of the biggest technology and consulting employers, with many of the Fortune 500 companies relying on the IBM Cloud to run their business. 

 

At IBM, we pride ourselves on being an early adopter of artificial intelligence, quantum computing and blockchain. Now it’s time for you to join us on our journey to being a responsible technology innovator and a force for good in the world.

IBM is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, or other characteristics protected by the applicable law. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

Outros detalhes relevantes do cargo

IBM will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. Therefore, in order to be considered for this position, you must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

The compensation range and benefits for this position are based on a full-time schedule for a full calendar year. The salary will vary depending on your job-related skills, experience and location. Pay increment and frequency of pay will be in accordance with employment classification and applicable laws. For part time roles, your compensation and benefits will be adjusted to reflect your hours. Benefits may be pro-rated for those who start working during the calendar year.