Data Center Project Manager

Position OverviewThis is an entrepreneurial opportunity in one of the top markets in data centers to help fit out white space for data center REITs, colocation providers and end users. This is an opportunity to be involved in all facets of the white space fit out including physical infrastructure, structured cabling, power distribution, space planning and HVAC. This will include a primary focus on working as a project manager in a billable, professional services (consulting) capacity. The position will be focused on working on projects in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex but should be available to travel to work on projects as needed. Approximately 50%-70% travel may be required at times. Most overnight travel will be within the Western half of the USA. Travel reimbursement will be provided. This is a full-time position offering full benefits, a competitive salary, paid training, and performance-based bonuses.Key Qualifications· 7+ years of relevant data center facilities design and build project management experience. Ability to manage client expectation and maintain status documents for client projects throughout the project re: scope, budget, billing, schedules and timeframes. Possess hands-on experience with data center design and deployment best practices - including a strong understanding of power distribution and/or structured cable design in the data center. Prior, recent experience successfully managing mid-size data center build-outs / fit outs in colocation facilities is preferred.Responsibilities· Project manage data center fit out projects who will work with data center design subject matter experts on our team to provide on-site support for data center design and build projects from inception to final handover. Work with the team to estimate projects and create sales proposals for new business opportunities with assistance from the corporate office and solution leads. Help develop RFI (Requests for Information) and RFP (Requests for Proposals) documents required for bid leveling, overseeing comparison and analysis process. Develop budget and project plans during the analysis and design phase of the project. Be a onsite PM to counsel clients and oversee subcontractors while ensuring project deliverables and client expectations are met. Manage client expectation and maintain status documents for client projects throughout the project re: scope, budget, billing, schedules and timeframes. Oversee and approve all expenses related to the project. Exhibit leadership characteristics: strong communication skills, full understanding of project requirements, good decision making and drive to exceed client expectations