Program Manager, Global (Denver)

About Vantage Data Centers

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world's well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Strategic Technology Portfolio

The Strategic Technology and Portfolio (STP) Group supports the CTIO and drives technological innovation for the company and advances the technology strategy to support global growth. This includes all Regions and lines of business. We work closely with system integrators to deliver technology changes and respond quickly to customer demands. The STP PMO plays a crucial role in ensuring the successful delivery of technology projects within the organization.

Position Overview

This role will be based in Denver, CO. Following our flexible work policy (3 days in-office, 2 days flexible).

The Program Manager is a key leader within the STP department at Vantage Data Centers, responsible for developing and managing the overall program strategy to align with enterprise goals and drive delivery of impactful initiatives. The Program Manager oversees multiple projects within their portfolio, optimizing resources, mitigating risks, and ensuring all components come together smoothly and efficiently.

This role requires strong stakeholder engagement, financial oversight, and a deep understanding of portfolio priorities. The Program Manager plays a central role in progress reviews, executive communications, and change control ensuring programs stay on track and delivery outcomes align with Vantage's strategic goals.

Essential Job Functions

Develop and execute program strategies and roadmaps that align with Vantage's enterprise goals and technology priorities.

Engage with stakeholders across the organization to understand their needs and expectations, and communicate progress and decisions effectively.

Allocate and manage resources - including people, budget, and tools - across multiple initiatives to maximize delivery and minimize bottlenecks.

Identify, assess, and mitigate risks and issues, including those stemming from project interdependencies and shifting priorities.

Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and track progress against goals to measure delivery and drive ongoing improvement.

Ensure individual projects are aligned and integrated, fostering collaboration and synergy across delivery teams.

Provide regular progress reports to senior stakeholders, including executive reviews and program steering committees.

Manage changes to program scope, schedule, and resources, ensuring all modifications are documented, approved, and effectively communicated.

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business, Project Management, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.

3-5+ years program management experience, preferably within a technology portfolio or transformation context.

Strong track record of delivering large, complex initiatives on time and within budget.

Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

Experience in risk and change management, multitasking across numerous initiatives, and optimizing resources in a dynamic environment.

Familiarity with project portfolio and delivery frameworks, such as PMI, Lean, or SAFe.

Travel : 20% could increase as business demands.

Physical Demands and Special Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds.

Additional Details

Salary Range : $145,000 -155,000 Base + Bonus (this range is based on Colorado market data and may vary in other locations)

This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.

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We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other's strengths and respecting each other's weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.

Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.

We'll be accepting applications for at least one week from the date this role is posted. If you're interested, we encourage you to apply soon-we're excited to find the right person and will keep the role open until we do!