Portfolio Planner - Data Center Construction

Turner and Townsend are seeking a Data Center Construction Portfolio Planner to lead the development and execution of multiyear retrofit and upgrade plans for a growing portfolio of data center facilities. This role will leverage asset risk models business risk models Balanced Scorecard methodologies and operational targets to align strategic plans with business objectives. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of mechanical electrical and plumbing (MEP) infrastructure capacity throughput analysis and portfolio management methodologies along with the ability to work effectively within a matrixed environment.

This position plays a critical role in ensuring high availability reliability and operational excellence through proactive asset management strategies aligned with ISOcertified frameworks (ISO 55000). The Portfolio Planner will collaborate closely with risk management teams governance forums and delivery teams to ensure retrofit and capital efforts meet capacity risk and business goals.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & LongTerm Road mapping

• Develop and maintain multiyear retrofit and upgrade plans for aging MEP assets based on risk model outputs business risk thresholds and lifecycle assessments.
• Create and update portfolio roadmaps ensuring dependencies are identified and aligned with business goals operational requirements and capacity targets.
• Use Balanced Scorecard methodologies to align planning efforts with key performance indicators (KPIs) across financial operational customer and process goals.
• Refine portfolio strategies based on risk metrics evolving capacity forecasts and capital planning priorities to ensure infrastructure reliability and availability.
• Coordinate with risk management teams to integrate asset risk models into planning efforts and align with capital budgeting cycles.
• Establish methodologies for forecasting useful life estimations of critical assets enabling proactive intervention before failures occur.

Portfolio Planning Capacity Management & Risk Mitigation

• Collaborate with delivery teams to perform capacity throughput analysis and ensure retrofit projects align with operational demands.
• Monitor and manage portfolio performance metrics such as budget allocations capacity thresholds and risk limits to meet financial and operational objectives.
• Provide insights on the prioritization of retrofit projects based on business impact resource availability and risk mitigation needs.
• Work closely with governance forums to evaluate and validate retrofit proposals and ensure alignment with portfolio priorities.

Governance Stakeholder Engagement & Delivery Support

• Act as a liaison between risk management governance and delivery teams facilitating the smooth transition of strategic insights into project execution.
• Participate in governance forums to present portfolio plans risk assessments and performance metrics to senior leadership and external stakeholders.
• Provide delivery teams with clear capacity management guidelines and sequencing recommendations for executing retrofit activities.
• Build consensus across departments and geographies by aligning stakeholders on portfolio goals and timelines.

Data Integration & Continuous Improvement

• Collaborate with data analysts to identify and close data gaps within CMMS systems recommending improvements based on field inspections and operational reviews.
• Utilize ISO 55000 principles to refine asset management strategies ensuring longterm alignment with business objectives.
• Analyze portfolio performance data and identify opportunities for process improvements leveraging automation and innovative practices where appropriate.
• Stay updated on industry trends and MEP innovations integrating relevant advancements into portfolio strategies and planning efforts.

Qualifications :

• 10 years of experience in portfolio planning asset management capital planning or a related field preferably in data center infrastructure or MEPheavy environments.
• Proven ability to develop multiyear roadmaps and capital retrofit plans for large portfolios.
• Expertise in Balanced Scorecard methodologies and other portfolio planning techniques to align strategic objectives with operational KPIs.
• Strong knowledge of MEP systems (cooling power controls) and their impact on data center reliability availability and maintainability.
• Experience with capacity throughput analysis and ability to align retrofit activities with operational requirements.
• Familiarity with ISO 55000 standards and asset management principles to drive longterm planning strategies.
• Demonstrated experience in risk modeling including business risk frameworks and asset lifecycle management.
• Proven ability to navigate matrixed organizations and work effectively across departments and geographies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in engineering Construction Management Business or a related field (Advanced degree preferred).
• Certification in Project Management (PMP) or Asset Management (IAM ISO 55001).
• Experience working with global data center portfolios or largescale retrofit construction projects.
• Familiarity with systems engineering principles related to IT procurement and implementation.

Technical Skills & Tools

• Advanced proficiency in CMMS systems and portfolio management tools for planning and reporting.
• Expertise in data analysis tools (e.g. Excel Python SQL) to develop capacity models and monitor portfolio performance.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining focus on strategic objectives.
• Experience with risk management frameworks and tools for assessing business risks and prioritizing capital investments.

Fundamental Consulting & Interpersonal Skills

• Strategic Planning & Execution: Ability to develop and execute longterm strategies within budget and timelines.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present complex technical information clearly.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Proven ability to build and maintain relationships across matrixed organizations and with external stakeholders.
• Problem Solving & Decision Making: Analytical mindset with experience diagnosing issues and delivering actionable solutions.
• Continuous Improvement: Strong focus on innovation and process improvement with a proactive approach to identifying and implementing new solutions.

Additional Information :

The salary range for this fulltime role is $170K$175 per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only not of a total compensation package. Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range depending on candidates experience and qualifications. 

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