Project Manager, Special Projects, NA

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.

Essential Job Functions:

* Lead all aspects of assigned remediation construction projects, not limited but inclusive of the following:

* Project set up with project budget and schedule creation and oversight.

* RFP development, pre-bid planning, oversight, and coordination.

* Leading all design phases and documents working internally with stakeholder groups and SME's.

* Coordination and supervision of design-build, and design bid build contractors.

* Oversight of physical construction activities on site.

* Leading commissioning of critical systems integration across new customer builds and existing data centers.

* Hand-off of physical data center and project documents to customer and operations.

* Management in contractor safety performance.

* Coordination and logistical planning for all OFCI equipment.

* Management of project scope, safety, schedule, stakeholder, data center work rules, and budget

* Drive all aspects of construction including pre-construction, design development, permitting and entitlements, competitive bid process, team selection, construction oversight, commissioning, and project closeout.

* Act as project leader, drive coordination and integration of internal customers within the project.

* For assigned construction projects, manage General Contractors and vendors project management resources.

Duties:

* Report to assigned Vantage Special Projects team and manager.

* Manage assigned portfolio execution of remediation projects from concept through commissioning and prepare various reports on a monthly and/or quarterly basis.

* Drive day-to-day construction decisions to conclusion.

* QA/QC work of assigned projects to confirm accuracy. Handle inputs and delivery of work products with internal team members to ensure that new data center spaces follow all applicable VDC applicable requirements.

* Establish and track project budgets. Submit approval packages to TOF approval group.

* Partner with Base Building Director(s), Construction Cost & Finance to produce monthly project forecasts including variance analyses as well as execution of Master Service Agreements (MSAs) and project authorizations for new and existing contractors and vendors.

* Vendor/Contractor management including qualification and relationship building/maintenance.

* Review monthly billing with Special Projects team, confirm substantiation and audit vs budget.

* Ensure 'lessons learned' are held and placed in the feedback loop to drive continuous improvement.

* Ensure project team aligns with project turnover documentation requirements to Operations.

* Work closely with Operations to coordinate design criteria and construction with ongoing maintenance and operation of existing facilities.

Job Requirements:

* Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or a similar field.

* 5-7 years of project management experience is required, 8-12 years is preferred.

* Sophisticated and technical construction experience is required.

* Data Center and General Contractor experience is preferred.

* Experience in CSA (civil, structural, architectural) and MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) construction management is a requirement.

* Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management tools like MS Project or P6.

* Travel may be required and could grow, but will be assessed by the Special Projects team.

* This position is fully on-site in Santa Clara, CA

* Salary Range: $135-150k Base + Bonus (this range is based on Colorado market data and may vary in other locations)

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.

Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

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.

We'll be accepting applications for at least one week from the date this role is posted. If you're interested, we encourage you to apply soon-we're excited to find the right person and will keep the role open until we do!