Technical Program Manager

Regional Technical Program Manager Role

At CoreSite, we empower a more connected future through high-performance data centers and interconnection solutions. Recognized as a trusted partner in digital transformation, our strategically located facilities and innovative services enable businesses to connect, collaborate, and grow in an ever-evolving technological landscape.

Our culture is defined by operational excellence and a relentless drive for innovation. We foster a collaborative environment where every team member is valued, wins are celebrated as a team, and ownership is part of our DNA. At CoreSite, we're not just building state-of-the-art infrastructure—we're creating a community of forward-thinkers committed to solving complex challenges and delivering exceptional customer experiences.

At CoreSite not only are we Committed to Excellence, but we also Build Connections, Own It, Do the Right Thing, Have Fun, and Win as a Team. Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of digital infrastructure while nurturing your professional growth and success.

As a member of the company's Data Center Operations Programs team, the Technical Program Manager (TPM) is responsible for improving field operations performance by developing training programs, supporting operational systems and processes, leading change management initiatives, and identifying opportunities to increase productivity, quality, and safety. It also involves analyzing operational data, documenting and implementing best practices, collaborating on continuous improvement efforts, and helping ensure personnel are properly trained and qualified to deliver services effectively.

Duties

• Provide analytics and recommendations on the placement of new field operations personnel to include systems training and operational qualifications.
• Drive definition, development and implementation of service delivery, maintenance, quality control, and safety process changes aimed at driving field operations productivity and effectiveness.
• Provide user support and training for key field operations tools and processes.
• Lead change management activities for field operations initiatives.
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving process and system issues that inhibit field operations productivity.
• Develop expertise in service delivery best practices, maintenance and repair performance, quality control, and safety from both an internal perspective and a customer perspective.
• Participate in departmental steering meetings.
• Attend service delivery and maintenance activities to review and assess best practices. Gather, document and share best practices departmentally. Drive necessary changes to systems based on process improvements.
• Analyze and share departmental reporting results to identify and prioritize productivity inhibitors in the field; partner with the Continuous Improvement team to address productivity issues that span multiple organizations. Leverage Lean Six Sigma principles to provide immediate process improvement solutions contained within field operations.
• Develop, implement, and score various drill scenarios used in training site personnel
• Promote and demonstrate the behaviors consistent with CoreSite's culture and core values.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to thrive in a hybrid work environment, with regular on-site presence of up to 2 days per week.
• Flexibility to travel up to 50%, with the potential for increased travel or in-office presence as business needs evolve.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Lead cross-functional programs and manage external vendor relationships.
• Oversee budgets, projects, and multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.
• Develop and deliver executive-level presentations, operational tools, dashboards, and training programs.
• Drive operational excellence through collaboration with Engineering, Procurement, and IT teams.
• Strong team player with a focus on service delivery, maintenance, quality, safety, and performance improvement.

Education/Experience:

• 8+ years of experience in data center operations and project/program management.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Knowledge of the data center, internet and telecommunications industries
• Experience working with various field operations enablement/productivity software applications

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is 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. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Benefits

Not only does CoreSite have a fun, team-focused work environment, but we also offer great benefits to all employees regularly scheduled to work more than 20 hours a week!

• First-day medical insurance through Cigna with generous premium cost coverage
• Dental insurance through Delta Dental
• Vision insurance through VSP
• Telemedicine through MDLive for Cigna
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA) plans
• Health saving account (HSA) plans for employees participating in the High Deductible Health Plan
• Life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance fully paid by the company
• Voluntary coverage benefits for supplemental life, critical illness, accident, and hospital insurance
• First-day eligibility for 401(k) savings plan through Fidelity, which includes an attractive matching company contribution with a 5% company match
• Discretionary annual bonus and equity incentive plan
• Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) with a 15% discount
• 16 days of paid time off (PTO), 11 paid company holidays, and additional floating holidays
• Additional paid time off for school events, elder care, volunteering, bereavement, jury duty, voting, parental leave, and disability leave
• Free parking or a company contribution toward a public transit pass

Additional Perks

• Wellness Reimbursement Program: Yearly stipend of $500 for employees and $300 for dependents, up to $800 total for the family
• Wellness Incentive Program: Participate in various wellbeing activities to earn up to $450 per year in cash incentives
• Technology Stipend: $100 monthly stipend
• Educational Reimbursement Program: Work-related learning and development with reimbursement on qualifying degree programs, up to $5,250 per year
• Giving Back: Charitable donation matches up to $5,000 per year and nominate organizations for Company Foundation grants
• Financial Management: Access to financial coaching, digital tools, and services to manage and pay student loan debt quicker
• Pet Insurance: Keep your furry friends healthy and happy
• Family Planning: Benefits and services related to fertility, pregnancy, menopause, adoption and surrogacy
• Employee Assistance Program: 24x7 service to support family, work, money, health, legal and life challenges
• Counseling and Caregiving Programs: Including access to mental health services, licensed counselors, and caregiving tools including membership for finding care
• Referral Bonus: Receive a $3,000 cash bonus if referred candidate is hired and meets eligibility requirements
• Discounts: Discounts, cash back offers, and perks on thousands of brands
• LinkedIn Learning Membership: Support your development when accessing LinkedIn's online library of courses and videos

General Statements Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas. Please note that all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and, where permitted by law, a 5-panel drug test conducted after the offer letter is signed, which will screen for THC, opiates, PCP, cocaine, and amphetamines. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Applicant Privacy Notice

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