Basic Function

The Project Assistant - Data Centers role is responsible for planning and coordinating all aspects of internal information, system-specific projects from initiation to delivery. The role coordinates work performed by network engineers, data center technicians, and internal customers/partners by defining project requirements, performing feasibility and needs/impact assessments. The role develops detailed project plans and manages all implementation processes including asset management, resource allocation, progress tracking, monitoring change control process, documentation, training and on-time delivery within budget constraints. Projects may vary in number, size and complexity.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple, cross-functional and technical projects.

• Partner with functional teams during initiation, plan, design, procurement, deployment, and post deployment phases.

• Responsible for managing/tracking program milestones, timeline, and overall deliverables.

• Responsible for asset and material management across data centers and warehouses.

• Engage in creating and maintaining comprehensive project documentation including schedules, reviews, process documents, risk analysis, etc.

• Participate in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.

• Participate in driving project lifecycle milestones from concept commit through project closure and advocate change management.

• Use metrics and KPIs to measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques, and provide regular status updates.

• Participate in internal process improvements; remove gaps, across multiple teams and functions.

• Ensure risks are accounted for and provide risk mitigation strategies.

• Be a point of contact for vendor partners and internal stakeholders.

• Coordinate and assist with regularly scheduled meetings with core teams.

• Take an active role in evaluation of post project results against metrics; recommend or implement changes to improve delivery practices/processes.

• Other duties as required. This list is not meant to be a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities assigned to this position.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (B.S/B.A) from four-year college or university and 2 to 5 years' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 2 to 5 years of project coordination experience in a high-pressure, and fast-paced environment, preferably supporting network hardware or data centers.

• Experience with data center lifecycles and/or large-scale networks.

• Builds productive internal and external working relationships.

• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.

• Understanding of project management teams, resolving conflict, and meeting schedule timelines.

• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, documentation).

• Ability to work on multiple projects and assignments concurrently.

• Self-starter who is able to quickly learn new tools and gain familiarity with new processes and technologies with minimal assistance.

• Experience creating spreadsheets, presentation material, and project/process documentation.

• Strong observational and analytical skills, including: ability to collect, organize, analyze and disseminate significant amounts of information, strong attention to detail and accuracy, ability to track and report metrics, and manage risks.
• Ability to collaborate with stakeholders and communicate project updates to client executives.

Location: On-site near Lubbock, TX

Base Pay - $70,000-$115,000

The pay range mentioned above is a guideline. We tailor each offer based on your unique skills, experience, location, and market benchmarks-while ensuring internal parity across our teams. In addition to competitive base pay, total compensation may include a discretionary annual bonus and a market leading comprehensive health and wellness benefits package. Final details will be discussed during the later stages of the hiring process.

Our Health & Wellness Benefits

At SB Energy, we invest in our people and their families with benefits designed for flexibility, support, and peace of mind. Full-time employees enjoy:

• 100% Company-Paid Medical, Dental & Vision (for employees and dependents)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Generous Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
• 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Life, AD&D & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical, Dependent Care, Transit & Parking (with company contributions)
• Mental, Physical & Social Wellness Support (with company contributions)
• Flexible Work Arrangements & Hybrid Office Setup Benefits
• Monthly Reimbursement for Phone, Internet & Data
• Optional Legal & Pet Insurance Plans
• Device Purchase Support

At SB Energy, the success of our projects is driven by a desire to see our projects benefit as many people as possible. We work to serve local communities through volunteering, fundraising, and much more. For example, we're proud to support access and opportunity in engineering and clean energy through impactful mentorship programs and workforce training. When you join SB Energy, you can become a part of these efforts, collaborating with team members who share a vision of building a better future now!

To learn more about us, visit www.sbenergy.com.

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