Senior Manager, Data Center Facilities Development
OPOWER
United States$126k–$264kPosted Jul 16, 2026
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Senior Manager, Data Center Facilities Development
United States
Job Identification
339921
Job Category
Technology Operations
Posting Date
07/15/2026, 07:30 PM
Role
People Manager
Job Type
Regular Employee
Does this position require a security clearance?
No
Years
10+ years
Applicants are required to read, write, and speak the following languages
English
Job Description
Leads and manages the construction of data centers by colocation providers, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to high-quality standards. Supervises multiple project teams, offering strategic direction and resolving any issues that may arise during project cycles. Leads the creation, review, and maintenance of documentation, including design review, commissioning, and problem-solving papers. Leads the management of quality control processes to ensure all construction activities meet design specifications and industry standards. Supervises comprehensive site walks and directs the startup and commissioning phases of major data center projects. Addresses gaps in risk identification and mitigation, and communicates potential impacts to senior management. Oversees the primary point of contact role between the company and colocation providers. Leads the selection, negotiation, and management of contracts with external vendors, contractors, and suppliers, ensuring contract compliance and performance and construction activities align with the approved design plans and specifications. Leads the installation of power, cooling, networking, and structured cabling systems.
Responsibilities
Key ResponsibilitiesConstruction Project Management-Project Planning and Execution:-Leads and manages the construction of data centers by colocation providers, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to high-quality standards.-Develops and maintains detailed project schedules, coordinating with colocation providers to ensure timely milestone delivery.-Manages project budgets, optimizing resource allocation to ensure cost-effective project execution.-Supervises multiple project teams, offering strategic direction and resolving any issues that may arise during project cycles.-Leads the creation, review, and maintenance of documentation, including design review, commissioning, and problem-solving papers, guaranteeing team compliance with standards, effective document management, and the suitability of all materials for their intended purpose.Construction Project Management-Project Integration and Quality Assurance:-Leads the management of quality control processes to ensure all construction activities meet design specifications and industry standards.-Oversees the coordination and integration of tenant fit out projects, ensuring effective communication and addressing challenges during design, construction, and commissioning phases.-Supervises comprehensive site walks to ensure schedule adherence, coordination, and quality throughout the project lifecycle.-Directs the startup and commissioning phases of major data center projects, ensuring all systems are operational and meet design specifications.Risk and Problem Management:-Oversees the evaluation of risk profiles associated with timely project delivery for multiple projects.-Addresses gaps in risk identification and mitigation and communicates potential impacts to senior management.-Develops and oversees the implementation of mitigation strategies for major...