Job SummaryThe Data Center Manager is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the Vint Hill data center, providing onsite leadership for daily operations across technical services, critical infrastructure, logistics, safety, and security. This role oversees technical and infrastructure teams, ensuring the performance and reliability of HVAC, electrical, and other mission-critical systems while maintaining operational excellence, budget accountability, KPI reporting, vendor management, and customer readiness. As the primary site leader, the Data Center Manager drives operational standards, coordinates cross-functional activities, manages issue escalation, and delivers a comprehensive view of site performance, infrastructure health, safety, security, and service delivery to leadership.
Base pay range: $165,000 - $190,000 (based on relevant experience).
Essential Duties & Responsibilities- Site Leadership & Team Management: Lead the data center with a strong onsite presence, managing and developing technical and infrastructure teams. Set clear expectations, drive accountability, and build a culture of ownership, urgency, and discipline across technicians, vendors, and support partners.
- Data Center Operations: Own daily site operations including service execution, logistics, stock flow, and issue management. Maintain standards for cleanliness and operational discipline. Serve as the primary point of contact for site status, coordinating across network, service delivery, project, construction, and international stakeholders.
- Infrastructure & Critical Systems: Oversee all critical facility systems including HVAC, electrical, cooling, generators, and UPS. Ensure high availability by coordinating vendor work, maintenance, and corrective actions. Drive early identification, escalation, and resolution of infrastructure issues.
- Safety, Security & Compliance: Champion safety and compliance across PPE, HSE, and local requirements. Oversee site security, controlled access, and incident response. Maintain audit readiness and lead post-mortems, RCAs, and corrective actions on incidents and site findings.
- Performance Management & Reporting: Establish and act on site KPIs to surface risks and improvement opportunities. Deliver timely reporting on site health, capacity, and service quality, supporting operating reviews with clear trends and recovery plans.
- Budget, Planning & Logistics: Own the site operating budget, cost management, and resource forecasting. Oversee inventory, stock control, hardware movement, and receiving. Partner with leadership on site growth and infrastructure improvements.
- Enterprise Readiness: Maintain site standards that meet enterprise customer expectations. Support customer visits and executive reviews with accurate, actionable information, and drive the site toward higher operating maturity for future growth.
Required Qualifications- 8+ years of experience in data center, infrastructure, mission-critical facility, or industrial operations environments.
- 5+ years of leadership experience managing teams in an operational setting.
- Experience overseeing both technical site operations and infrastructure / facility operations.
- Strong working knowledge of HVAC, electrical systems, critical infrastructure, and data center operations.
- Experience leading safety, security, compliance, and audit-readiness efforts in a site-based environment.
- Experience managing budgets, operating reviews, and action plans.
- Experience using KPIs and reviews to identify gaps and improve site performance.
- Ability to be visible, work independently and keep work moving without constant senior-management intervention.
- Strong communicator with the ability to brief leadership, customers, and cross-functional teams clearly and confidently.
Preferred Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Operations, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Experience in colocation, cloud, enterprise, or highly audited data center environments.
- Electrical engineering background, journeyman experience, or equivalent infrastructure knowledge.
- Working knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, RCA, or other structured improvement methods.
Our Culture- Autonomy - Take ownership of your work and make decisions that drive impact.
- Management Support - Leaders provide guidance, resources, and encouragement to help you succeed.
- Collaboration - Work closely with passionate peers in a team-oriented environment.
- Freedom of Opinion - Share your ideas openly; your voice is valued.
- Meaningful Work - Contribute to projects that matter and see the impact of your efforts.
- Recognition - Achievements are acknowledged and celebrated, fueling continued growth.
Benefits of Working Here:- Flexible Work Options -Based on your location you will qualify for hybrid or fully remote work.
- Work/Life Balance - Recharge with generous paid time off, sick leave, and flexible hours designed to support your personal and professional life.
- Continuous Learning & Growth - Take advantage of OVHcloud's extensive training programs and professional development opportunities to expand your skills and advance your career.
- Comprehensive Benefits - Access top-tier health, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans, plus a range of additional perks to support your overall well-being.
Working ConditionsThis role operates within an active data center and construction environment, requiring adherence to safety protocols and coordination with multiple teams and vendors.
