Data Center Facilities Development Manager

Oracle•Nashville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Assists in managing the construction of data centers by colocation providers, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards. Supports the creation, review, and maintenance of documentation, including design review, commissioning, and problem-solving papers. Implements quality control processes to ensure all construction activities meet design specifications and industry standards. Conducts regular site walks and assists in the startup and commissioning phases of major data center projects. Identifies gaps in risk identification and mitigation and recommends standard corrective actions. Serves as the primary point of contact between the company and colocation providers. Assists in the selection, negotiation, and management of contracts with external vendors, contractors, and suppliers, ensuring contract compliance and performance and construction activities align with the approved design plans and specifications. Assists in overseeing the installation of power, cooling, networking, and structured cabling systems.

Requirements

Experience in managing data center construction projects.
Knowledge of data center infrastructure (power, cooling, networking, structured cabling).
Familiarity with contract negotiation and management.
Ability to conduct site walks and quality control assessments.
Understanding of risk identification and mitigation strategies.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to serve as a primary point of contact.
Proficiency in documentation creation and maintenance (design review, commissioning, problem-solving).

Responsibilities

Manage the construction of data centers by colocation providers, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
Support the creation, review, and maintenance of documentation, including design review, commissioning, and problem-solving papers.
Implement quality control processes to ensure all construction activities meet design specifications and industry standards.
Conduct regular site walks and assist in the startup and commissioning phases of major data center projects.
Identify gaps in risk identification and mitigation and recommend standard corrective actions.
Serve as the primary point of contact between the company and colocation providers.
Assist in the selection, negotiation, and management of contracts with external vendors, contractors, and suppliers, ensuring contract compliance and performance.
Ensure construction activities align with the approved design plans and specifications.
Oversee the installation of power, cooling, networking, and structured cabling systems.