Head of Facility Management

Colovore is the leader in ultra‑high‑density, liquid‑cooled AI colocation data centers for the deployment of AI inference, SuperPod, and AI factory applications and solutions. With facilities featuring power densities of 17–500+ kilowatts per cabinet, we are expanding quickly and building a national footprint of modern, hyper‑efficient, high‑density data centers to serve F500 enterprises and startups. The company was acquired by King Street in 2024, which provides real estate development expertise and secured $925million in funding to accelerate its national expansion. You can be a game‑changer at Colovore.

We’re seeking a hands‑on Facilities Manager who will ensure our data center facilities operate at peak performance, uptime, and safety standards. This role will oversee the maintenance, repair, and operational readiness of critical infrastructure including electrical, mechanical, and cooling systems. The Facilities Manager will also manage and develop the Operations Engineering team, ensuring smooth execution of day‑to‑day facility operations, high‑quality customer support, and professional growth of team members.

Oversee daily operations, maintenance, and repair of critical facility systems (electrical, mechanical, cooling, fire suppression, security).

Manage preventive maintenance programs to ensure system reliability and maximum uptime.

Monitor facility performance via BMS and CMMS systems, respond to alerts, and coordinate corrective actions.

Supervise, coach, and develop Operations Engineers, providing guidance on technical work, safety procedures, and customer interactions.

Conduct performance reviews, set goals, and provide training and mentorship for the operations team.

Coordinate and supervise contractors, vendors, and service providers, ensuring work meets quality and safety standards.

Lead incident response for facility‑related outages or emergencies; document incidents and corrective measures.

Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, equipment specifications, SOPs, and compliance logs.

Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, and Security teams on capacity planning, upgrades, and operational improvements.

Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, NFPA, and local/state/federal codes and standards.

Support construction and retrofit projects, including review of designs, schedules, and commissioning plans.

Develop and manage facilities operating budgets and capital expenditure plans.

Critical Infrastructure Management: Operate and maintain data center MEP systems with high availability requirements.

Develop and manage maintenance schedules to prevent downtime.

People Management: Lead, coach, and evaluate team performance; Vendor & Contractor Management: Negotiate contracts, supervise work, and ensure service level compliance.

Apply OSHA, NFPA, and industry safety practices in daily operations.

Incident Response & Troubleshooting: Lead resolution efforts for equipment failures or environmental alarms.

Budget Management: Plan and track facility operating expenses and capital projects.

Project Coordination: Support design, installation, and commissioning of facility upgrades.

Monitor and manage facility performance using automated systems.

Minimum 7 years of experience in facilities management, preferably in data centers, critical infrastructure, or high‑tech environments.

Proven hands‑on experience with electrical and mechanical systems in mission‑critical settings.

Familiarity with liquid cooling systems and high‑density data center operations is a plus.

Operations Engineers are well‑trained, engaged, and delivering high‑quality customer support.

Facility operations meet or exceed compliance, safety, and performance standards.

Maintenance and upgrade projects delivered on time, within budget, and with minimal disruption.

Proactive identification and implementation of operational improvements.

At Colovore, we believe great work happens when people feel supported, trusted, and empowered. We offer a competitive and thoughtful benefits package designed to support your health, growth, and life outside of work, including:

Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, and vision)

Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) to support flexibility, rest, and work‑life balance

10 paid company holidays and paid sick leave

Professional development opportunities and learning support

If you’re excited to build meaningful infrastructure, solve complex challenges, and grow with a team that values both performance and people, we’d love to hear from you.

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