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MetaArea Schedule Lead, Leased Data Centers
Meta seeks an Area Schedule Lead for Leased Data Centers to direct schedule management across a portfolio of strategically important data center construction projects. This position…
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Area Schedule Lead, Leased Data Centers at Meta is a full-time role. Work arrangement: Not specified. Location: United States. No salary is shown in this listing. It was posted on Oct 5, 2026. This listing is paused and not taking applications at the moment.
Job Description
Meta seeks an Area Schedule Lead for Leased Data Centers to direct schedule management across a portfolio of strategically important data center construction projects. This position functions as a subject matter expert overseeing schedule tracking, reporting, and risk mitigation with a strong emphasis on speed to market. The professional will collaborate closely with delivery teams, project controls leads, the DEC Technical Operations team, site project management, finance, sourcing, and operations engineering. This role suits an experienced scheduling leader capable of managing vendor timelines, evaluating contractor baseline schedules, and handling time extension requests in alignment with contracts. Key duties involve directing end-to-end schedule coordination, identifying and communicating project risks, and managing contractor schedule performance. Travel requirements range between 25 and 50 percent to visit data center sites and company offices. The position operates on a full-time, on-site basis within Meta. Candidates must bring extensive background in planning, scheduling, or construction management alongside expertise in specialized scheduling software and methodologies. The employer provides an opportunity to influence strategic direction and optimize execution strategies for complex infrastructure programs.
Responsibilities
- Oversee end-to-end schedule coordination, updates, and variance analysis with cross-functional partners
- Identify, document, and communicate schedule risks through risk registers, health reviews, and program management meetings
- Manage all aspects of vendor and contractor schedule development, evaluation, and optimization during pre-construction
- Handle commercial entitlement for contractor extensions of time, delay tracking, and claim recommendations
- Apply proactive risk indicators and lead ad-hoc schedule analysis as needed
- Direct a small team of consultant schedulers to support designated portfolio projects
- Travel approximately 25 to 50 percent of the time to company offices and data center locations
Requirements
- More than 10 years of experience in planning, scheduling, construction management, or a related field
- Subject matter expertise in Primavera P6 or other scheduling software and methodologies
- Experience developing and managing an owner planning and scheduling program
- Background in data center, infrastructure, or construction programs requiring complex commissioning specifications
- Demonstrated skills in analysis, communication, problem solving, organization, and reporting
- Experience coordinating complex project planning among large groups of internal and external stakeholders
- Familiarity with complex networking systems and electrical infrastructure
Qualifications
- Bachelor degree in engineering, construction management, or an equivalent technical or related field
- Experience negotiating schedule changes or complex construction claims
- Experience managing a team of contingent worker schedulers
- Ability to integrate artificial intelligence tools to optimize workflows and drive measurable impact
- Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical artificial intelligence practices
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What is the employment type for the Area Schedule Lead?
The posting indicates this is a full-time position.
Is this position remote?
The role is on-site and involves approximately 25 to 50 percent travel to data center sites and company offices.
What salary does Meta offer for this role?
The job posting does not specify a salary.
What level of experience is required?
Applicants must have more than 10 years of experience in planning, scheduling, construction management, or a related field.
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