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Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world's well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

This role will be based in Nevada, following our flexible work policy (3 days in-office and 2 days flexible). The Technical Project Manager, Site Deployment is responsible for managing the seamless transition of new data centers to Site Operations teams and ensuring Operational Readiness at Site Turnover from Construction. Requirements for this position include a strong understanding of data center facility operations, best practices, and site critical systems, combined with the ability to plan, track, and deliver multiple concurrent deployment projects on time and within defined operational quality standards. This position is highly cross-functional, interfacing with peer teams in Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Business Operations, and Site Operations, requiring engagement at multiple levels of management throughout the company. This role demands both project management skill and technical acumen, as responsibilities include technical document reviews (e.g., Test and Balance (TAB) reports, commissioning documentation), verification of system performance, and ensuring operational standards are met prior to turnover. This role is open on a rolling basis, and we review applications as they come in. There’s no set deadline, but if you’re interested, we encourage you to apply soon—our hiring needs can shift, and we welcome applications at any time while the opportunity is available.

Act as a key point of contact coordinating Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Business Operations, and Site Operations teams to seamlessly transition new data centers to Site Operations. Develop and manage detailed deployment project schedules, milestone tracking, and risk mitigation plans for site readiness activities. Perform technical reviews of commissioning documentation, TAB reports, and other turnover deliverables to validate operational performance and compliance with design intent. Manage the recruitment, staffing, onboarding, and training of new Operations teams at greenfield sites, contributing to the effective operational launch of these locations. Ensure complete program-level Operations protocols, procedures, and standards are in place for newly built facilities to achieve Operational Readiness. Ensure quality of Commissioning and Facility Acceptance necessary to deliver a technically sound facility to Site Operations.

• Maintain communication and collaborate with stakeholders during all phases of a new data center build.
• Manage schedules and facilitate cross-team engagement keeping pace with Construction delivery dates.
• Track project deliverables against defined timelines and elevate risks/issues with recommended mitigation strategies.
• Ensure timely completion of Ops Site Deployment quality control checklists and Site Start-Up processes.
• Compile Procedures (MOP, SOP, EOP Templates) for Site Start Up across all Sites in deployment and adapt MOP, SOP, EOP templates to Site Specifics.
• Ensure the readiness of Operations Support spaces including Tool shop, Critical Spares storage spaces.
• Ensure the site is safe to operate with Safety Protocols, Safety Equipment, and Signage in place.
• Ensure Billing System Readiness and cross-functional contributions are fully coordinated.
• Ensure Asset Management Systems are in place and Site Equipment is fully accounted for including Warranty and Spare Parts information.
• Ensure CMMS is fully populated with equipment data and maintenance scheduling plans.
• Ensure the Site Security Systems are fully deployed at Site Turnover.
• Ensure Site Operators are fully trained and ready to operate and maintain critical systems.
• Ensure Permits, Licenses, Agreements are in place to facilitate Operations.
• Ensure 3rd party maintenance suppliers and contract agreements are set-up prior to Site Turnover.
• Support site mobilization including procuring spares, tools, and consumables.
• Lead formal technical review of O&M manuals, as-built & record drawings, permits, certificates, warranty documents, and commissioning reports prior to turnover.
• Perform site walks and site turnover walks to ensure Operational Readiness requirements are met.
• Share lessons learned that have been captured for consideration/mitigation in future builds.
• Coordinate and facilitate the formal transfer of site responsibility from Construction to Operations.

• 3+ years of combined experience in data center or mission-critical project management and technical operations.
• Experience managing complex, cross-functional projects with defined schedules, budgets, and technical acceptance criteria.
• 2+ years of experience in a technical role in Critical Facilities Operations or Maintenance Operations with exposure to mechanical, electrical, and controls systems, OR 2+ years of experience in industrial Construction or Commissioning in a technical capacity, OR 2+ years of Project Management experience managing cross-functional or cross-team projects.
• Proficiency in interpreting and reviewing technical documents such as commissioning reports, TAB reports, electrical and mechanical drawings, and equipment submittals.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills and the ability to define these areas for other teams and team members.
• Ability to create teams from various departments and work in a high-level collaborative environment while promoting a teamwork mentality.
• Ability to initiate, drive, and deliver projects, and communicate plans and findings to internal customers and stakeholders.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 30% of total work time, including internationally in North America.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.

• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• life and AD&D
• short and long-term disability coverage
• paid time off
• employee assistance
• participation in a 401k program that includes company match
• many other additional voluntary benefits

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown. We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other’s strengths and respecting each other’s weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations. Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.