Principal Data Center Fiber Deployment

Oracle•Abilene, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) is seeking a Principal Data Center Fiber Deployment Lead (IC4) to lead data center construction projects delivered by colocation providers. This role is responsible for ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. In this role, you will create, review, and maintain key project documentation, including design reviews, commissioning plans, and technical problem-solving documents. You will implement and oversee quality control processes to ensure construction activities meet design specifications, approved plans, and industry standards. You will conduct detailed site walks and lead the startup and commissioning phases of major data center projects. You will also identify gaps in risk identification and mitigation, develop tailored solutions, and help ensure construction activities remain aligned with project requirements. As the primary point of contact between Oracle and colocation providers, you will select, negotiate with, and manage external vendors, contractors, and suppliers. You will ensure contract compliance, monitor vendor performance, and oversee the installation of power, cooling, networking, and structured cabling systems.

Requirements

11 years of experience in construction project management in lieu of a degree.
OR Bachelor's degree in construction management, Engineering or a related field, and 7 years of experience in construction project management.
OR Master's degree in construction management engineering or related field, and 3 years of experience in construction project management
AND Doctorate in Construction Management, Engineering or related field AND 2 years of experience working with operating budgets and/or project financials
Demonstrated experience coordinating and managing large-scale data center infrastructure buildouts.
Demonstrated experience in installation, maintenance, and upgrades of data center physical equipment.
Demonstrated ability to manage the execution and compliance of contracts for goods and services.
Demonstrated ability to provide technical leadership and mentoring on complex projects.
Demonstrated business acumen in making strategic decisions aligned with organizational goals and industry trends.
Demonstrated ability to plan and carry out quality assurance activities for high-standard deliverables.
Demonstrated proficiency in producing clear and comprehensible technical documentation for varied audiences.
Demonstrated ability to identify, address, and resolve conflicts to maintain positive team dynamics.
Demonstrated skill in achieving mutually beneficial agreements through effective negotiation and communication.
Demonstrated ability to select, onboard, and manage vendor relationships to ensure optimal performance.
Demonstrated experience in supporting budget planning, tracking, and resource management for business success.
Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional programs, leading teams and allocating resources for timely project delivery.
Demonstrated skill in developing, monitoring, and adjusting construction project schedules.

Responsibilities

Leads the construction of data centers by colocation providers, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Develops and maintains detailed project schedules, coordinating with colocation providers to ensure timely milestone delivery across multiple projects.
Creates and manages project budgets, optimizing resource allocation to ensure cost-effective project execution.
Creates, reviews, and maintains documentation, including design review, commissioning, and problem-solving papers, ensuring standards are upheld, documents are managed effectively, and materials are suitable for their intended purpose.
Implements and oversees quality control processes to ensure all construction activities meet design specifications and industry standards.
Collaborates actively in the coordination and integration of tenant fit out projects, ensuring alignment between different phases of design, construction, and commissioning.
Conducts detailed site walks to monitor schedule, coordination, and quality throughout the life of the project.
Leads the startup and commissioning phases of major data center projects, ensuring that all systems are operational and meet design specifications.
Evaluates the risk profiles associated with timely project delivery for multiple projects.
Identifies gaps in risk identification and mitigation and develops tailored solutions to address these gaps.
Develops and implements mitigation strategies for major construction project risks to ensure project success.
Serves as the primary point of contact between the company and colocation providers, facilitating clear and effective communication, and resolving routine issues independently.
Develops and maintains key relationships to effectively support internal and external stakeholders, identifying opportunities for process improvements.
Selects, negotiates, and manages contracts with external vendors, contractors, and suppliers, ensuring contract compliance and performance.
Collaborates with design teams to ensure that construction activities align with the approved design plans and specifications, addressing routine design issues independently.
Provides comprehensive colocation provider evaluation input for continuous improvement and identifies opportunities for process enhancements.
Oversees the installation of power, cooling, networking, and structured cabling systems, ensuring adherence to quality standards.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion
Short term disability and long term disability
Life insurance and AD&D
Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts
Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits
401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match
Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.
11 paid holidays
72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.
Paid parental leave
Adoption assistance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Financial planning and group legal
Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance