Manager, Capital Projects
About The Position
The Manager, Capital Projects is a site-level Data Center Operations team member responsible for capital projects across Digital Realty’s Northeast Region, including New Jersey, New York City, and Boston. The role is based primarily in New York City and requires onsite work and travel to regional sites as needed. Reporting to the Senior Capital Projects Manager, this position supports data center infrastructure such as power, cooling, and space, and manages project scope, budgets, schedules, vendors, and project delivery. Projects must be completed on time, within budget, and to the satisfaction of end users. The role involves frequent written and verbal communication with stakeholders and requires technical knowledge of data center construction, HVAC, electrical distribution, generators, UPS systems, batteries, and applicable codes.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of experience managing projects and workflows and understanding vendor/contractor management.
- Data center knowledge and experience.
- An associate degree (AA/AS) or an 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, mission-critical environment.
- Strong HVAC, mechanical, and electrical skills and experience.
- Understanding of computer systems and skill 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; some projects require off-hour shutdowns and critical work.
- Ability to walk frequently for inspections, work outdoors in varying weather if needed, and lift heavy objects.
- Ability to understand data center construction etiquette, large HVAC systems, electrical distribution, diesel generators, UPS systems, large batteries, and associated codes.
- Ability to present oneself professionally when interacting with customers.
Responsibilities
- Travel to Northeast Region sites as needed.
- Understand and manage area-specific governmental paperwork, primarily for New York City.
- Develop project scopes of work, schedules, and critical paths.
- Monitor building infrastructure systems.
- Assemble and compare requests for proposals from multiple contractors for capital projects.
- Prepare change management forms and Methods of Procedure (MOPs).
- Schedule and manage vendors.
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety standards and Digital Realty safety procedures throughout projects.
- Perform quality assurance inspections, prepare punch lists, track tasks through completion, and conduct tours with government inspectors.
- Manage vendors to deliver high-quality projects at the best price.
- Assist with creating capital project scopes and budgets, then manage project processes and budgets.
- Communicate project updates verbally and in writing to involved stakeholders.
- Deliver projects on time, within budget, and to end-user satisfaction.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life and AD&D insurance
- 401(k) match
- Disability benefits
- Wellness benefits
- Education benefits
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid time off
- Holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
