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Summary
The Senior Manager, Data Center Operations is responsible for the operational oversight and technical leadership of the Energy Transfer Data Center (ETDC) - a mission-critical facility serving Energy Transfer's enterprise IT infrastructure. This role leads a team of internal data center technicians and manages the contracted technical and facilities service providers who support the physical infrastructure of the facility.
The Sr Manager serves as the technical subject matter expert for all facility systems, providing informed oversight of electrical, mechanical, cooling, security, and building infrastructure, while escalating hands-on and licensed work to contractors and specialists as appropriate. The manager will serve as a technical leader who understands the facility, directs the operations team, holds service providers accountable, and drives continuous improvement across all critical systems.
The Energy Transfer Data Center is a mission-critical facility requiring continuous oversight, including during severe weather events and other emergencies, to ensure infrastructure integrity and uptime.
Facility Infrastructure Oversight
Provide day-to-day operational oversight of all physical infrastructure systems at the Energy Transfer Data Center
Direct and review technical work performed by internal technicians and contracted specialists across all critical systems:
- Normal, UPS, and standby electrical power systems
- HVAC systems including chillers, cooling towers, CRAH/CRAC units, and airflow management
- Building automation / building management systems (BMS)
- Physical security systems (badge access, CCTV/surveillance, guard services)
- Fire suppression and life safety systems
- Grounds and building maintenance
Serve as the technical SME for facility systems. Capable of directing contractor work, interpreting MEP and single-line drawings, and evaluating the quality of infrastructure work performed
Own and maintain the scheduled preventive maintenance program across all critical systems; review and approve PM work orders and completion documentation
Escalate complex electrical, mechanical, or structural work to licensed contractors and specialists; define scopes of work, oversee execution, validate completions, and sign off on quality
Drive power efficiency initiatives and capacity planning for facility space, power, and cooling
Ensure availability of spare parts, critical consumables, and emergency equipment for rapid response to infrastructure events
Maintain all critical infrastructure documentation, including single-line diagrams, equipment manifests, maintenance records, and as-built drawings
Provide on-site leadership during emergencies, including severe weather events (hurricanes, winter storms), extended power events, and disaster scenarios, to maintain facility uptime and personnel safety
Team Leadership & Staff Management
Lead, schedule, and develop Data Center Operations Technicians
Define performance expectations, conduct regular 1:1s and annual reviews, and build individual development plans for each team member
Create and manage work schedules to maintain operational coverage during business hours, planned maintenance windows, and on-call rotations
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions; ensure all technicians are trained and compliant with safety and operational standards
Identify training gaps and advocate for technical development opportunities (certifications, vendor training, safety programs)
Vendor, Contractor & Budget Management
Serve as the primary point of contact for electrical, mechanical, security, and facilities contractors performing work at the ETDC
Manage contractor performance through SOW reviews, on-site oversight, and post-work quality validation
Review and process invoices for contracted services; escalate discrepancies and cost concerns
Support annual and multi-year capital and operational budgeting for facility maintenance, infrastructure upgrades, and equipment replacement programs
Evaluate vendors for new services or contract replacements; provide recommendations to IT leadership
Security & Compliance
Oversee the physical access control program for the data center: badge provisioning, periodic access reviews, and deprovisioning
Ensure physical security configurations comply with SOC 1 / SOC 2 and SOX IT General Controls requirements
Coordinate with internal audit, compliance, and risk teams during audit cycles; provide documentation and evidence for control assessments
Maintain compliance with all applicable fire, life safety, and building code requirements
Align facility operations with ITIL / ITSM change management, incident response, and problem management practices
COMPLIANCE & GOVERNANCE

• Ensure data center physical infrastructure operations comply with SOC 1 / SOC 2 audit requirements
  
• Support SOX IT General Controls compliance as they relate to physical security, access control, and environmental systems
  
• Maintain awareness of and support compliance with PCI DSS requirements for applicable infrastructure
  
• Apply Uptime Institute Tier standards as a framework for operational practices, maintenance standards, and infrastructure decisions
  
• Maintain complete and current documentation of all critical infrastructure configurations, maintenance histories, and compliance artifacts
  

Education
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Electrical Technology, Facilities Management, or a related field - or equivalent combination of education and progressive data center operations experience
Experience
10+ years of experience in enterprise data center operations or critical facility management
3+ years of experience supervising or leading a technical operations team
Demonstrated familiarity with electrical and mechanical infrastructure systems in a mission-critical environment (UPS, generators, HVAC/cooling, power distribution)
Experience managing contractors and service providers performing work in a data center or critical infrastructure context
Familiarity with building management / building automation systems (BMS) and data center infrastructure management (DCIM) platforms
Experience supporting compliance programs in a data center context (SOC, SOX, PCI, or similar)
Preferred Certifications / Licenses
State of Texas Electrical License (journeyman or master)
CDCP (Certified Data Centre Professional), CDCS, or CDCE
Uptime Institute certifications (Accredited Operations Specialist or similar)
ITIL Foundation or higher
OSHA 30 (Construction or General Industry)
PMP or equivalent project management certification
Skills & Competencies
Strong technical subject matter expertise in data center electrical, mechanical, and cooling infrastructure systems
Ability to read and interpret architectural, electrical, and mechanical drawings - single-line diagrams, floor plans, and mechanical schematics
Proven ability to manage contractors and hold service providers accountable to quality, schedule, and safety standards
Strong organizational and prioritization skills - able to manage concurrent maintenance programs, infrastructure projects, and operational demands
Clear and professional communication skills - ability to brief IT leadership on facility status, risk, and improvement initiatives, and to direct contractors and technicians effectively
Safety-conscious mindset; familiar with OSHA standards, lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures, and arc flash safety requirements
Proficiency with work order management, CMMS platforms, or equivalent maintenance tracking systems
WORKING CONDITIONS
On-site at the Energy Transfer Data Center; this is not a remote or hybrid position
Availability for 24/7 emergency response, including during severe weather events (hurricanes, winter storms), extended power events, and other facility emergencies
Ability to work in both office and active data center plant/floor environments
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. when required during facility walkthroughs, inspections, or emergency response