Principal Technical Program Manager (Technical Program Management, Technical Project Management)

About the team

The Data Center Infrastructure Delivery team at Oracle Cloud Infrastructure is a dynamic group of professionals dedicated to delivering state-of-the-art data center facilities at scale and at pace. This team comprises experienced project managers who work collaboratively with vendors and internal teams to ensure the successful execution of complex data center infrastructure and network projects. They bring a wealth of expertise in project management and technical acumen, ensuring that our data center infrastructure delivery meet the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and sustainability. This team plays a crucial role in supporting Oracle Cloud Infrastructure's data needs and driving our growth and success.

Description

In this role, you will be part of the New Region & Multicloud delivery TPM team within the Data Center Delivery organization and own the end-to-end execution of various data center infrastructure projects. Your ability to anticipate and mitigate risks to data center delivery will be crucial in maintaining project timelines. This is a high-impact role that will lead, drive, and ensure the successful delivery of critical data center infrastructure builds in our roadmap. The role comes with a high degree of personal accountability and autonomy and will require effective engagement across various stakeholders including design, engineering, operations, supply chain, and network delivery. 

Responsibilities

As a Principal Technical Program Manager you will:
•    Own end-to-end delivery of multiple data center infrastructure projects concurrently.
•    Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project timelines and costs.
•    Project Management: Oversee all phases of build, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
•    Project Planning: Develop and implement long-term strategies aimed at reducing complexity and increasing speed of delivery for data center infrastructure projects. 
•    Stakeholder Communication: Maintain clear and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status and addressing any concerns.
 

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:  A minimum of 8 years combined experience with project management, data analysis and direct business experience within a specialized function.  Preferred Qualifications:  Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management or related field.  PMP / Scrum Master certification. Proven ability to work cross-functionally with functional and technical teams.  Experience with building and managing reporting tools to support Programs; such as scorecards and KPI metrics to further drive insights around our program strategy. Demonstrated ability to balance quantitative and qualitative metrics to provide a holistic viewpoint.  Expert level experience with Excel, creating dynamic pivot reports and data visualization. Ability to influence through data visualization and interpretation. Must be self-directed and able to work independently as well as in a team environment.  Must be comfortable working in ambiguous situations. Excellent interpersonal skills. Depending on the job there may be additional minimum requirements and/or preferred qualifications.