Data Center - Project Manager

Astreya•Altoona, IA

24d

About The Position

The Project Manager (PM) is responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of complex networking and Data Center (DC) projects across multiple client environments. This role oversees end-to-end material management, hardware forecasting, and program tracking for new data center builds and backbone projects, while also providing backfill support for retrofit programs as needed. The PM is responsible for strategic planning, cross-team collaboration, and ensuring that all technical and delivery aspects are executed on time, within scope, and aligned with client and organizational goals.

Requirements

Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills
Proven experience with vendor and logistics management
Efficiency in cross-functional team coordination
Strong analytical mindset and ability to manage multiple concurrent projects
Proven track record of delivering complex solutions, while navigating a fast-paced environment with frequent shift in priorities
Strong familiarity with tools such as G Sheets, Excel, Jira, Smartsheet, MS Project, or equivalent PM software

Nice To Haves

Understanding of colocation and edge computing architectures
5+ years of experience managing large-scale data center, network infrastructure, or field deployment projects
Familiarity with SLA-driven managed services and handoff to NOC operations
Experience with ITIL or PMP methodologies preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or other related technical field

Responsibilities

Material Management & Hardware Forecasting Oversee material management across all DC build types
Monitor and flag hardware shortages
Prepare New Build schedules for DC regions and update milestone date shifts in appropriate trackers and tools
Provide consumption signals during demand planning
Hardware Sourcing & BOM Management Collaborate internally for hardware sourcing; review supply sheets and discuss shortages with relevant team members
Communicate design discrepancies vs. master BOM changes to stakeholders; clarify master BOM requirements for each project
Work with design creators for BOM understanding and flag hardware delivery risks to stakeholders
Deployment, Prioritization & Escalation Analyze dependencies between projects; optimize/prioritize hardware deployment and flag shortages
Work with the team ensure POs are accurate and prioritize gear delivery
Refer all flagged issues to stakeholders
Tracking, Analysis & Communication Analyze gear requirements for new builds; understand milestones and track milestone shifts
Collaborate with the team for milestones and gear requirements
Build & update trackers appropriately
Facilitate transfer of hardware from central to local warehouses
Lead/coordinate weekly meetingsReview and update status decks in weekly syncs
Respond to questions about delivery dates and risks
Identify and flag risks & blockers
Track chats and assist with programmatic updates
Schedule and conduct lessons learned meetings
Roadmap Development & Resource Allocation Vet and validate the roadmap with team
Lead calls with all stakeholders for feedback
Ensure roadmap coverage for all projects
Ensure clear documentation of site/building nuances
Continuous Improvement & Documentation Maintain documentation and trackers
Analyze gear requirements based on specifications
Coordinate and follow up with all necessary teams regarding material status
Review tasks/comments for delivery confirmation and shortages
Work with team to understand BOM finalizations and flag mismatches
Lead inventory clean-up exercises and ensure process documentation is current
Identify process inefficiencies and suggest improvements to project execution framework
Support training and onboarding for new team members or subcontractors

Benefits

Medical provided through Cigna (PPO, HSA, EPO options) / Medical provided through Kaiser (HMO option only) for California employees only
Dental provided through Cigna (DPPO & DHMO options)
Nationwide Vision provided through VSP
Flexible Spending Account for Health & Dependent Care
Pre-Tax Account for Commuter Benefit/Parking & Transit (location-specific)
Continuing Education and Professional Development via various integrated platforms, e.g. Udemy and Coursera
Corporate Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Days
401k Plan
Basic Life, Accidental Life, Supplemental Life Insurance
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Critical Illness, Critical Hospital, and Voluntary Accident Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement (available 6 months after start date, capped)
Paid Time Off (accrued and prorated, maximum of 120 hours annually)
Paid Holidays
Any other statutory leaves, paid time, or other fringe benefits required under state and federal law