Site Deployment Project Manager, Critical Facilities

Company Overview 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. Position Overview The Site Deployment Project Manager, Critical Facilities is a full-time, on-site position based in Phoenix, AZ. This role facilitates smooth transitions of new data centers to Site Operations teams and ensures Operational Readiness at Site Turnover from Construction. Essential Job Functions Act as the key point of contact coordinating Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Business Operations, and Site Operations teams to seamlessly transition new data centers to Site Operations. Assist with recruitment, staffing, onboarding, and training of new Operations teams at greenfield sites. Ensure complete program‑level Operations protocols, procedures, and standards are in place for newly built facilities to achieve Operational Readiness. Ensure quality of Commissioning and Facility Acceptance necessary to deliver a technically sound facility to Site Operations. Maintain communication and collaborate with business partners and internal team members during all phases of a new data center build. Lead all aspects of schedules and facilitate cross‑team engagement keeping pace with Construction delivery dates. Ensure accurate, on‑time completion of Ops Site Deployment quality control checklists and Site Start‑Up processes. Compile Procedures (MOP, SOP, EOP Templates) for Site Start‑Up across all Sites in deployment and adapt templates to site specifics. Ensure readiness of Operations Support spaces including tool shop, critical spares storage spaces. Ensure site safety with Safety Protocols, equipment and signage in place. Ensure Billing System readiness and multi‑functional contributions fully coordinated. Ensure Asset Management Systems are in place and all site equipment fully accounted for, including warranty and spare parts information. Populate CMMS with equipment data and maintenance scheduling plans. Deploy Site Security Systems at Site Turnover. Ensure Site Operators are fully trained and ready to operate and maintain critical systems. Secure permits, licenses, agreements to facilitate Operations. Set up third‑party maintenance suppliers and contract agreements prior to Site Turnover. Support site mobilization including procuring spares, tools, and consumables. Evaluate site operating demands and provide operator staffing recommendations and support hiring and onboarding of Site Operations teams. Conduct reviews of turnover documentations such as O&M’s, as‑built & record drawings, permits, certificates, and warranty documents. Perform site walks and turnover walks to ensure Operational Readiness requirements are met. Share lessons learned for future builds. Coordinate and facilitate the formal transfer of site responsibility from Construction to Operations. Job Requirements 2+ years of experience in a technical role in Critical Facilities Operations or Maintenance Operations with exposure to mechanical, electrical, and controls systems; OR 2+ years of experience in industrial Construction or Commissioning in a technical capacity; OR 2+ years of Project Management experience running multi‑functional or cross‑team projects. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel). Excellent time‑management, organizational skills, and ability to define these areas for other teams. Ability to create teams from various departments and work in a high‑level communication environment promoting a team mentality. Ability to initiate, drive and deliver projects, and communicate plans and findings to internal customers and partners. Ability to travel up to 40% of total work time and internationally in North America. Ability to commute to Vantage campus/building location weekly for on‑site work. Physical Demands Occasionally required to stand, walk, sit; use hands to handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear; lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision coverage Life and AD&D Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage Paid time off Employee assistance program 401(k) program with company match Additional voluntary benefits Equal Opportunity Employer Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid if 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Vantage Data Centers