Project Manager – Data Centre

Role Overview

• Project Leadership
• Lead end-to-end data center projects from design phase through commissioning, ensuring delivery of mission-critical infrastructure with 99.99%+ uptime requirements
• Technical Coordination
• Coordinate complex MEP systems including redundant power distribution, precision cooling, fire suppression, and structured cabling infrastructure
• Stakeholder Management
• Interface with data center operators, IT teams, facility managers, utility companies, and regulatory authorities throughout project lifecycle
• Critical Systems Oversight
• Manage installation and testing of UPS systems, backup generators, switchgear, PDUs, CRAC units, and environmental monitoring systems
• Commissioning Leadership
• Lead comprehensive commissioning activities including integrated systems testing, load testing, and failover procedures validation
• Schedule Management
• Develop and maintain accelerated project schedules while coordinating long-lead equipment procurement and phased occupancy requirements
• Quality Assurance
• Implement rigorous quality control processes for critical infrastructure including vibration control, EMI/RFI mitigation, and precision installation tolerances
• Risk Management
• Identify and mitigate risks specific to data center operations including power reliability, cooling redundancy, and security requirements
• Budget Control
• Manage project budgets typically ranging from $50M-$500M+ with focus on critical equipment procurement and specialty systems
• Regulatory Compliance
• Ensure compliance with data center standards (TIA-942, Uptime Institute Tier classifications), building codes, and local utility requirements
• Vendor Coordination
• Manage specialized data center equipment vendors, technology integrators, and mission-critical systems suppliers
• Testing Protocols
• Oversee comprehensive testing including power quality analysis, thermal mapping, airflow verification, and disaster recovery simulation
• Change Management
• Control scope changes while maintaining critical path schedules and ensuring minimal impact to operational systems
• Documentation Management
• Maintain detailed as-built documentation, O&M manuals, warranty information, and compliance certificates

Requirements

• Data Center Experience
• Minimum 5+ years managing data center construction, renovation, or critical infrastructure projects
• Technical Knowledge
• Deep understanding of data center power and cooling systems, redundancy concepts, and Tier I-IV classifications
• Project Scale
• Experience managing large-scale projects ($50M+) with complex technical requirements and fast-track schedules
• Systems Integration
• Proven experience coordinating multiple critical systems and specialty contractors in mission-critical environments
• Commissioning Experience
• Hands-on experience with data center commissioning, testing procedures, and performance validation
• Industry Standards
• Knowledge of TIA-942, BICSI, ASHRAE, and Uptime Institute standards and best practices

Tech Stack

• Airflow

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Professional development opportunities