What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Center Project Manager (Cabling Expertise Required) position at Flex Employee Services?
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About the Job
- Job Title: Data Center Project Manager (Hybrid - Willing to travel to data center locations throughout the US)
- Location: (Hybrid - Willing to travel to data center locations throughout the US)
- Department: Infrastructure / IT Operations
- Reports To: Director of Data Center Operations / Program Manager
- Job Type: [Contract]
- Travel: Domestic Up to 50%
- Comp: $65 - $75 /hour on W2
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Data Center Project Manager to lead and manage the planning, execution, and delivery of data center infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of data center environments, including physical infrastructure, networking, power and cooling, and IT deployments. This role requires strong project management skills, cross-functional leadership, and the ability to manage timelines, budgets, and risks while ensuring operational excellence.
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
- 5 years of experience in project management, with at least 2 years managing data center or infrastructure-related projects.
- Strong knowledge of data center components, including servers, storage, networking, cabling, HVAC, power systems, and security.
- Proven experience managing complex, multi-site infrastructure projects.
- Proficient in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Asana, Trello).
- Familiarity with ITIL, PMI, or Agile methodologies.
Preferred:
- PMP, PRINCE2, or similar project management certification.
- Experience with cloud and hybrid infrastructure environments (e.g., AWS, Azure).
- Background in facilities engineering, networking, or systems administration is a plus.
Skills and Competencies
- Strong leadership and organizational skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication.
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and prioritize competing tasks.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
- Will involve travel to data center locations throughout the US, mainly east of the Mississippi.
- Ability to work in data center environments, which may include lifting equipment, navigating raised floors, and wearing PPE as needed.
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Salary : $65 - $75