4512-Principal Utility Program Manager

<p style="text-align:left"><b>Make an impact at NTT Global Data Centers</b></p><p style="text-align:left">Join NTT Global Data Centers and be part of a team that drives innovation and sustainability in the digital world. With over 150 data centers across more than 20 countries globally, we offer unparalleled opportunities to work on cutting-edge technology and transformative projects. Experience a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive workplace where your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported.</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Your role at a glance</b></p>The Senior Principal Utility Program Manager is a subject matter expert that is responsible for providing technical consultation and expertise for power-focused data center and technology programs. Responsibilities include technical expertise across the business, support of new and existing campus projects, building relationships with utility providers to facilitate the company’s construction and operation of data centers; Planning, Developing and Delivering utility services to ensure capacity and connectivity to meet program goals. <br><br>The Senior Principal Utility Program Manager oversees the programming, budgeting design and delivery of essential public utility services, such as electricity, gas, water, fiber, and wastewater treatment. <br><br>This position guides a team of internal and external stakeholders to establish consensus, assure regulatory compliance, and meet internal NTT corporate goals for reliability, cost, and sustainability. Drawing on extensive expertise in utility engagement practices, the PUPM formulates and maintains utility services delivery plans through final service delivery by utilizing the defined schedules and budgets.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>What we are looking for </b></p><div><div><p><u><span>ESSENTIAL<span> </span></span><span>DUTIES &</span><span><span> </span>RESPONSIBILITIES</span></u><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Overall, the<span> </span></span><span>Senior<span> </span></span><span>Principal U</span><span>tility<span> </span></span><span>P</span><span>rogram<span> </span></span><span>M</span><span>anager plays a critical role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and cost-effective delivery of essential public services to our business.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Owns</span><span><span> </span>the</span><span><span> </span>NTT program<span> </span></span><span>budget for the utility</span><span><span> </span>impact to NTT Dat</span><span>a</span><span><span> </span></span><span>Center</span><span><span> </span></span><span>capital improvement<span> </span></span><span>projects.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Provides due diligence and capacity planning<span> </span></span><span>expertise</span><span><span> </span>for regional expansion programs.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Oversees and manages easement acquisition that supports off-site routing.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Manages electrical utility, project management consultants, and substation contractors for transmission works and substations.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Develops and implements policies and procedures to sustain safety, improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service quality.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Manages and leverages relationships with government agencies, community organizations, and other stakeholders.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Develops and executes energy strategies to reduce long-term energy costs.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Reports to senior management on program status and provides advice on critical issues and opportunities.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Establishes strong relationships with all stakeholders through collaboration and superior communication skills.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Develops and<span> </span></span><span>maintains</span><span><span> </span>knowledge base of leading industry standards and champions internal adoption for continual improvemen</span><span>t</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Provides technical consultation and<span> </span></span><span>expertise</span><span><span> </span>in the domain of on-site, distributed backup power generation and energy storage.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><p><u><span>KNOWLEDGE,<span> </span></span><span>SKILLS,</span><span><span> </span>AND ABILITIES</span></u><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Project and program management: Ability to manage complex projects and programs, develop and track budgets, manage risks, and ensure delivery within established timelines and<span> </span></span><span>objectives</span><span>.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Utility infrastructure knowledge: Expert understanding of the design, construction, and maintenance of utility infrastructure, including electrical, gas, water, fiber, and wastewater systems.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Technical<span> </span></span><span>expertise</span><span>: Strong technical knowledge and experience with utility systems, including the ability to read and interpret engineering plans, specifications, and schematics.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Leadership and communication: Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Analytical and problem-solving skills: Ability to analyze complex data and make informed decisions.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Regulatory compliance: Strong understanding of applicable regulations, standards, and safety requirements.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Financial management</span><span>: Strong<span> </span></span><span>financial management</span><span><span> </span>skills, including the ability to develop and manage budgets,<span> </span></span><span>monitor</span><span><span> </span>expenditures, and<span> </span></span><span>identify</span><span><span> </span>opportunities for cost savings.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><p><u><span>EDUCATION &</span><span><span> </span>EXPERIENCE </span></u><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Bachelor’s degree in business</span><span>,<span> </span></span><span>Engineering</span><span><span> </span>or relevant field<span> </span></span><span>required</span><span>.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>1</span><span>2</span><span>+ years</span><span>’</span><span><span> </span>experience<span> </span></span><span>with major utility<span> </span></span><span>engagement</span><span>.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Accredited degree in<span> </span></span><span>Engineering</span><span><span> </span></span><span>preferred.</span><span> </span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><p><u><span>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS</span></u><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Primarily<span> </span></span><span>walking, standing, and bending</span><span><span> </span>on project<span> </span></span><span>site</span><span>.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Able to hear and speak<span> </span></span><span>into</span><span><span> </span></span><span>a telephone</span><span>.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Close visual work on a computer terminal.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Dexterity of hands and fingers<span> </span></span><span>to<span> </span></span><span>operate</span><span><span> </span>any required</span><span><span> </span>computer keyboard, mouse, and other technical instruments.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Able to lift and carry up to</span><span><span> </span></span><span>20</span><span><span> </span></span><span>lbs.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><u><span>WORK</span><span><span> </span>CONDITIONS</span></u><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>1</span><span>5</span><span>%</span><span>:</span><span><span> </span>Travel to</span><span><span> </span>Construction jobsite</span><span>s</span><span><span> </span>at various levels of development</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>This position is expected to be remote with the occasional need to be at j</span><span>obsite or other locations</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>This position will need to coordinate across the EMEA region and can be assigned projects in Asia, work-load<span> </span></span><span>dependent, and will need to work across several time zones</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><p><u><span>SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS</span></u><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Must</span><span><span> </span></span><span>possess</span><span><span> </span>a current, valid<span> </span></span><span>driver’s<span> </span></span><span>licence </span></span></p></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p><span>This is a remote position that requires reliable internet connection and electricity. A monthly stipend is provided to cover expenses associated with working remotely and use of a personal mobile device.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>NTT Global Data Centers Americas, Inc. offers competitive compensation based on experience, education, and location. Base salary for this position is<span> </span><span>$135,500 - $222,500.</span></span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>All regular full-time employees are eligible for an annual bonus; payout is dependent upon individual and company performance.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>Employees receive paid time-off, medical, dental, and vision benefits, life and supplemental insurance, short-term and long-term disability, flexible spending account, and 401k retirement plan to create a rich Total Rewards package</span></p></div></div><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Compensation Pay Range</b></p><p>"This is a remote position that requires reliable internet connection and electricity. A monthly stipend is provided to cover expenses associated with working remotely and use of a personal mobile device.<br>NTT Global Data Centers Americas, Inc. offers competitive compensation based on experience, education, and location. Base salary for this position is <span>$135,500 - $222,500 </span><br>All regular full-time employees are eligible for an annual bonus; payout is dependent upon individual and company performance.<br>Employees receive paid time-off, medical, dental, and vision benefits, life and supplemental insurance, short-term and long-term disability, flexible spending account, and 401k retirement plan to create a rich Total Rewards package.”</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Who we are</b></p><p style="text-align:left">As the third largest data center provider, we operate over 150 data centers in more than 20 countries and regions. We understand that every business – large and small – has its own unique needs and goals. We offer local-to-global data center expertise, aligned with our connected platform of AI-ready data centers to create solutions that enable our clients to seamlessly scale their digital businesses, anywhere and anytime.</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left">NTT Global Data Centers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category. Join our growing global team and accelerate your career with us. Apply today.</p>

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