Area Project Controls Lead, Leased Data Centers
Meta · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $179,500 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Lead project controls for leased data centers.
- Manage cost controls, budgeting, and forecasting.
- Oversee invoicing, financial reporting, and commercial management.
- Lead a team of project controls analysts.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
About the role
About the Role
We are seeking a candidate for a key project leadership role leading project controls operations for our Leased program, a portfolio of critical strategic importance for Meta's infrastructure growth. The Project Controls Lead will not only be a technical subject matter expert overseeing all cost controls & commercial deliverables on the program and across multiple Vendors and Landlords, but also lead a team of analysts representing Meta that will manage invoicing, commitments, financial reporting, and commercial management for the program. This person will be a critical partner for the Delivery Team. Leadership, communication, and organization skills are important in this highly collaborative, analytical, and strategic role. This position will work closely within the DEC (Design, Engineering and Construction) Business Controls team and various internal departments including Site Project Management teams, Pre-Construction, Contracts, Finance, Accounting, Sourcing and Operations Engineering.
Area Project Controls Lead, Leased Data Centers Responsibilities:
- Technical lead in Cost Controls on the Leased program, including budget management, forecasting, change management diligence / Owner Change Order quality, invoice review, accruals, and risk facilitation.
- Develop and maintain the overall project controls strategy and operations for the Leased program.
- Analyze and communicate the projects Project Controls Health (financial, change, and risk) to project and DEC leadership.
- Identify project commercial risk mitigation opportunities in collaboration with the Schedule Lead, Delivery team, and XFN partners, and drive those opportunities into resolution.
- Support the Preconstruction team in the review of General Contractor and Landlord contracts & commercial terms, gathering of historical data, incorporation of master contract terms, communication, and management of finalized internal budget.
- Provide support of Areas projects’ cost forecasts, cash flow risks, and variances monthly/quarterly for communication to Site Leadership and Strategic Planning & Analytics partners.
- Direct communication with Schedule Lead to ensure collaboration and alignment of project health between cost and schedule and overall project risk.
- Lead a team of contingent workers to support project controls operations for the project.
- Approximately 25-50% travel to other Data Center sites and Company Headquarters.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 10+ years of Construction Project Controls experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Equivalent Technical Field or related field experience.
- Experience in Earned Value Management or collection and analysis of resource data.
- Experience in Data Center, Manufacturing, Infrastructure or Construction programs requiring complicated commissioning specifications.
- Proficient in Oracle Unifier.
- Demonstrated analytical, communication, problem solving, prioritization, organization and reporting skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience leading a team of project controls professionals.
- Experience leading complex project or program project controls amongst a large group internal and external of project stakeholders.
- Successful development and implementation of project controls strategies in a large organization.
- Experience partnering with XFN teams to influence strategic direction.
- Experience developing and driving actions or operational adjustments based on project controls performance metrics.
- Experience negotiating construction changes or complex construction claims.
- Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements).
- Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews).
- Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies.
Key skills/competency
- Project Controls
- Cost Control
- Financial Reporting
- Budget Management
- Forecasting
- Change Management
- Risk Management
- Oracle Unifier
- Construction Programs
- AI Tools Integration
Skills & topics
- Project Controls Lead
- Data Centers
- Construction
- Cost Control
- Financial Reporting
- Budget Management
- Forecasting
- Change Management
- Risk Management
- Oracle Unifier
- Meta
- AI in Construction
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight 10+ years of construction project controls, Oracle Unifier proficiency, and experience with data centers.
- Showcase leadership: Emphasize team leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and strategic influence in your application.
- Quantify achievements: Provide specific examples of impact in budget management, forecasting, and risk mitigation.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss AI integration, complex claims negotiation, and ethical AI practices.
- Research Meta: Understand their infrastructure growth, commitment to innovation, and company values.
Technical preparation
Master Oracle Unifier for cost tracking.,Practice Earned Value Management calculations.,Develop AI prompt engineering skills for workflows.,Review data center commissioning specifications.
Behavioral questions
Describe leading a project controls team.,How do you manage cross-functional partners?,Explain a complex change management scenario.,How do you identify and mitigate risks?
Frequently asked questions
- What are the primary responsibilities of the Area Project Controls Lead at Meta?
- The Area Project Controls Lead at Meta will be responsible for overseeing all cost controls and commercial deliverables for the Leased program, including budget management, forecasting, change management, invoice review, and risk facilitation. They will also lead a team of analysts managing invoicing, commitments, financial reporting, and commercial management, serving as a key partner to the Delivery Team and collaborating with various internal departments.
- What are the minimum qualifications for the Project Controls Lead role at Meta?
- To qualify, candidates need at least 10 years of construction project controls experience, a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field. Experience in Earned Value Management, data center or similar infrastructure programs, and proficiency in Oracle Unifier are also required, along with strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
- Does Meta encourage the use of AI in project controls?
- Yes, Meta specifically looks for candidates with a demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize workflows and drive measurable impact. Experience with ethical AI practices and ongoing AI skill development, such as prompt engineering, is highly valued in this role.
- What is the expected travel for the Area Project Controls Lead position?
- The role requires approximately 25-50% travel to other Data Center sites and the Company Headquarters, indicating a need for flexibility and willingness to travel to support various program locations.
- How does Meta approach compensation for this role?
- Compensation for this role is competitive, with a yearly salary range of $150,000 to $209,000, plus bonus, equity, and benefits. Individual compensation is determined by factors such as skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
- What is the significance of the Leased program at Meta?
- The Leased program is of critical strategic importance for Meta's infrastructure growth. The Project Controls Lead plays a vital role in ensuring the financial health and efficient operation of this significant portfolio, contributing directly to Meta's expansion.
- What kind of team will the Project Controls Lead manage?
- The Project Controls Lead will manage a team of contingent workers dedicated to supporting the project controls operations for the Leased program. This involves leading, guiding, and overseeing their work effectively.