Manager, Capital Projects

Manager, Capital Projects Location: Must be onsite in NY and travel to northeast sites as needed. The Manager, Capital Projects is a leading member of the site level Data Center Operations team assigned to our NE Regional data center properties, reporting directly to the Senior Capital Projects Manager. This role provides an opportunity to work on mission critical infrastructure facilities operations for the largest wholesale data center provider in the world. What You’ll Do Develop and manage scope, schedule, and budget for capital projects in the NE Region (NJ, NYC, Boston) with primary operations base in NY city. Manage project process, vendors, and budget, ensuring projects are completed on‑time, to satisfaction of end users, and within budget. Write and deliver regular written and verbal communications updating all involved parties. Travel as needed to project sites and client locations. Oversee knowledge of required governmental paperwork (primarily NYC) and related compliance. Develop Scope of Work, project schedule, and Critical Path. Monitor building infrastructure systems. Assemble and level set RFPs from multiple contractors for various capital projects. Prepare Change Management Forms and Methods of Procedure (MOPs). Schedule and manage vendors. Ensure compliance with local, state, federal safety standards and DLR safety procedures from start through completion. Perform Quality Assurance inspections during the project, manage punchlists, and track to completion of all tasks and tours with government inspectors. Manage and leverage vendors to deliver the highest quality project for the best price. What You’ll Need At least 5 years of experience managing projects, workflows, and vendor/contractor management. Data Center knowledge and experience. An associate’s degree (AA/AS) or equivalent combination of education and experience. A trade license or certification acquired through technical education or training. Experience with Procore project management and CMMS type software. A facilities maintenance certification. Experience working with mission critical data equipment and willingness to work in a fast‑paced environment. Strong HVAC, mechanical, and electrical skills and experience. Understanding of computer systems and proficiency with Microsoft Office products. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to follow instructions and processes precisely and carefully. Willingness to work off‑shifts, weekends, and long hours as needed to complete projects. Ability to walk a good deal of the time for inspections, perform outdoor work in weather if needed, and lift heavy objects. Compensation and Benefits Digital Realty offers a highly competitive compensation package with a base salary range of $140,000–$155,000 annually. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, 401(k) match, disability benefits, wellness and education benefits, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off, holidays, and more. #J-18808-Ljbffr Digital Realty