Head of Development Program Management

Job Description

Job Description

At Rowan Digital Infrastructure, we are transforming data center delivery for speed and scale. Our mission is to deliver best-in-class data center solutions to hyperscale customers who share our commitment to sustainability, and to do so with an unwavering focus on quality.  Our data center solutions are tailored to our customers’ needs and delivered by our exceptional end-to-end team. Rowan is assembling a strategic portfolio of data center sites in key markets across the United States, and we’re looking for incredible and passionate people to help us advance our company and our commitment to building the future of sustainable digital infrastructure.

Rowan is owned and managed by Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners.

Role Summary

Rowan Digital Infrastructure is looking for a Program Leader to drive the work of the Project Management team. This role requires a strategic and creative leader who can develop and implement best practices and creative solutions in project management, helping the organization grow and scale effectively to meet its ambitious goals. This role will entail collaboratively working with Rowan’s leadership, the Project Management team and Project Captains to develop and implement a framework, systems and processes for efficient project management including project tracking, vendor management, project documentation, budgeting, and schedules to drive tangible business value through effective and efficient project management. A successful candidate will have experience managing high performing teams and a strong track record building and scaling project management functions in real estate development, preferably in the data center field. In addition, the Program Manager may be involved in other activities as necessary including project evaluations, due diligence reviews, company planning, budgeting and project coordination alongside the project teams.

The Program Manager is a critical part of the team, working closely with the project teams, leadership, and other internal teams to ensure efficient execution of Rowan’s Projects. The successful candidate will have excellent leadership and managerial skills, strong project management skills, comfort with ambiguity, comfort with having direct conversations, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

Travel : Ability to travel up to (25%) for company gatherings or to project sites

Location : Denver, CO  (Hybrid)

Compensation : $160-$200K - Offers Bonus

Essential Responsibilities

Support the growth and scalability of Rowan by helping establish good project diligence and reporting practices and improving processes and systems as we scale

Leading and driving the success of the Project Management Team to ensure high standards of project execution across Rowan’s Site Origination and Development pipeline

Coordinate across Rowan’s functional departments foster collaboration, project execution and to ensure project transitions take place in support of Rowan’s goals and project execution schedules

Ensure that the PM team’s weekly activities and priorities are in support of strategic project execution priorities

Provide accountability, coaching and support to the Project Management team, fostering a culture of professional growth, learning and continuous process improvement

Continuously assess Project Management workstreams and SOPs and work with stakeholders to improve and implement them

Work with Origination and Development Team Leads to ensure adequate and timely staffing of Project Managers in support of project execution including due diligence, vendor management, schedule management, project tracking, task management, effective meeting management, documentation and budgeting

Lead the documentation of Rowan’s Project Management practices and standards and regularly evaluate and revise as needed to support Rowan’s growth

Perform regular project audits and work with the project teams to ensure project documentation, setup, tracking, vendor contracts, change orders, and reporting is conducted consistently and in accordance with Rowan’s standard practices

Trains, supports and coaches Project Managers in support of team members professional development and Rowan’s execution goals

Education, Skills, and Experience

A minimum of 7-9 years of experience leading multi-disciplinary teams in the execution of large-scale capital development projects

Proven ability to collaborate, motivate, and drive team performance

Skilled in scaling program functions by implementing robust systems, processes, and tools for efficient management and reporting

Proficient in navigating ambiguity and passionate about process improvement. Demonstrated expertise in team leadership, with a strong background in managing multiple projects simultaneously

Possesses a Bachelor’s degree in a related field (business, construction management, real estate) and at least 10 years of experience in project and program management

Proficient in project management best practices, frameworks, tools (e.g., budgeting, scheduling), and software (MS Project, Airtable, Procore)

Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, with a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred

Experience in land use, environmental permitting, site diligence, and pre-development civil planning is a plus

Fueled by Excellence & Collaboration

At Rowan, we are a distributed team united by a common mission to transform data center delivery. Across our two offices, we offer a hybrid work environment supported by the teamwork, technology, and in-office gathering time to help you be successful. We are headquartered in Denver, Colorado and have an office in Seattle, Washington. Our team of talented and passionate individuals is spread out across the U.S.

Here to support you

At Rowan, we want to make sure you can do great work.  We offer competitive benefits focused on helping you be and achieve your best.

Hybrid working environment

Team building and educational opportunities

Generous benefits package including robust health benefits and a 401(k) company contribution

Unlimited PTO

Competitive compensation and bonus plan

Equal Opportunity Employer

Rowan Digital is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate diversity in all aspects of our workforce. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Compensation Range : $160K - $200K

Salary : $160,000 - $200,000