Data Center Site Start-Up Manager [Texas]

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      "text": "Key Accountabilities",
      "content": "\n<li><strong>Mobilization Strategy &amp; Governance</strong></li>\n<li>Lead the mobilization strategy for new data center deployments and acquisitions.</li>\n<li>Agree Acceptance Criteria for each subsystem and area with Operations Engineering / Development.</li>\n<li>Establish mobilization plans, governance structures, and milestones.</li>\n<li>Track progress against program timelines and ensure readiness for go-live and handover.</li>\n\n<div>&nbsp;</div>\n\n<li><strong>Cross-Functional Coordination</strong></li>\n<li>Function as the central mobilization interface across Development, Finance, Procurement, People, Product, and Operations</li>\n<li>Coordinate internal teams and third-party partners to ensure all mobilization deliverables are aligned and complete.</li>\n<li>Ensure mobilization activities support Serverfarm’ s commercial, operational, and customer objectives.</li>\n\n<div>&nbsp;</div>\n\n<li><strong>Operational Readiness &amp; Assurance</strong></li>\n<li>Ensure all critical infrastructure is delivered, commissioned, and transitioned in line with Serverfarm design standards, availability targets, and redundancy philosophies.</li>\n<li>Confirm readiness for 24/7 mission-critical operations in alignment with contracted customer obligations as part of handover to site operations.</li>\n<li>Define and assure the target operational model in line with Serverfarm standards.</li>\n<li>Ensure staffing models, training, and competency requirements are met prior to handover.</li>\n<li>Review and approve operational documentation including SOPs, MOPs, and EOPs</li>\n<li>Lead readiness reviews and formal go-live approvals.</li>\n<li>Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards including NEC, NFPA, IEEE, CSA (Canada), and local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements.</li>\n<li>Confirm electrical switching procedures, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and emergency operating procedures are in place and validated.</li>\n<li>Ensure cooling designs support current and future IT loads, redundancy requirements, and operational efficiency targets.</li>\n<li>Review commissioning results, seasonal testing strategies, and mechanical failure response procedures.</li>\n\n<div>&nbsp;</div>\n\n<li><strong>Supplier &amp; 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      "text": "Required Skills",
      "content": "\n<li><strong>Essential</strong></li>\n<li>Proven experience in data center site start-ups, mobilization, or operational transitions.</li>\n<li>Strong understanding of mission-critical data center operations and risk management.</li>\n<li>Experience operating in a client-side or owner-operator role.</li>\n<li>Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional coordination skills.</li>\n<li>Demonstrated ability to manage complex transitions without service disruption.</li>\n<li>Strong Program Management experience</li>\n\n<div>&nbsp;</div>\n\n<li><strong>Desirable</strong></li>\n<li>Experience supporting data center acquisitions and integrations.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of FM service models and supplier governance</li>\n<li>Familiarity with DCIM, CMMS, and operational reporting platforms.</li>\n\n<div>&nbsp;</div>\n\n<li><strong>Personal Attributes</strong></li>\n<li>Highly organized with strong attention to detail.</li>\n<li>Calm and decisive in live, high-risk environments.</li>\n<li>Confident, challenging suppliers and driving accountability.</li>\n<li>Collaborative, pragmatic, and delivery focused.</li>\n\n<div>&nbsp;</div>\n\n<li><strong>Travel</strong></li>\n<li>Role involves significant travel (approximately 70%)</li>\n"
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