Strategic Program Manager - CRG Search

Client

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 efficiency, quality, and flexibility. 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 Tier 1 markets across the United States at various stages of development, and we’re looking for incredible and passionate people to help us advance our company and our commitment to building a more sustainable future.

Rowan is owned and managed by Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners.

Ready to join us in transforming the future of data centers and sustainability? Apply now to explore exciting career opportunities at Rowan Digital Infrastructure and be a part of our mission to revolutionize data center delivery.

Summary

Rowan Digital Infrastructure is seeking a Strategic Program Manager to drive alignment across multiple stakeholders and establish programs and projects for the Business Operations and People teams. This role will execute critical cross-company projects and develop project management methodologies, standards, and tools to support the organization that helps Rowan scale. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, experience in project and program management, an understanding of key people programs that impact the employee experience, and the ability to drive continuous improvement within the organization. They will also have the core skills to work in the Rowan environment, including excellent communication and influence skills, comfort with ambiguity, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional workplace.

Location

Hybrid in office role in Denver, CO.

Travel

Ability to travel up to 20% to company location or for meetings.

Essential Responsibilities

Business Operations (50%)

• Assign and lead the Investment Committee and Board of Directors templates for teams.
• Track Investment Committee and Board of Directors approvals for major projects.
• Work with VP and Manager of Business Operations and leaders across Rowan to develop and track metrics, KPIs, and goals to ensure the business is focused on the most impactful work and is staying on track.
• Lead ongoing strategic projects for the company.
• Create a tracker to report on corporate goals and Company KPIs.
• Provide and track monthly goal updates for monthly Town Hall meetings.
• Project manage the Denver headquarters office set-up.
• Lead the SharePoint redesign and change management process.
• Lead the annual business planning process for the organization.

People Operations (50%)

• Partner with the Director of People & Culture to create employee policies, communications, and change management processes and process management.
• Assist with employee leave administration and tracking.
• Create and partner with Rowan’s leaders to develop department training paths.
• Manage Lunch and Learns for the organization.
• Create and lead a company mentorship program.
• Support the planning and execution of financial diligence data collection activities.
• Function as a backup for People Operations manager and Recruiter – interviewing, scheduling interviews, creating offer letters, and answering candidate questions.
• Work with Business Operations/People & Culture and Rowan’s Sr Leaders to define and integrate Rowan’s key cultural practices into the employee experience, and ensure Rowan is focused on building a diverse and equitable company where everyone can thrive.

Education, Skills, and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in operations management, business administration, or related field, or 5-7 years of relevant experience ideally in a high-growth or startup environment.
• Experience leading programs/projects for cross-functional teams to deliver excellent outcomes.
• Experience working on people programs or with HR functions and/or HRBP teams.
• Experience supporting annual planning processes and familiarity with metrics and KPIs.
• Complex project management experience in a startup or highly ambiguous fast-paced environment.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and collaboration skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work across and with all levels to solve problems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and highly cross-functional environment.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent is preferred.

Fueled by Excellence & Collaboration

At Rowan, we are a distributed team united by a common mission to transform data center delivery. Across our 4 offices, we offer a hybrid work environment supported by teamwork, technology, and in-office gathering time to help you be successful. We are headquartered in Denver, Colorado, and have offices in San Francisco, California, Seattle, Washington, and Traverse City, Michigan. 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.

• Remote and Hybrid working environment
• Team building and educational opportunities
• Generous benefits package including robust health benefits and a 401(k) company contribution
• Unlimited PTO
• A remote office setup benefit
• Competitive compensation and an incentive 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.