Vantage Data Centers · 2 weeks ago
Senior Director, Operations Project Management Office, NA
Denver, CO
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$230K/yr - $240K/yr
12+ years expVantage Data Centers powers and connects the technology of renowned hyperscalers and cloud providers. The Senior Director of Operations Project Management Office will shape the strategy and governance for initiatives across North America, ensuring operational programs are delivered predictably and fostering a high-performance environment.
Data CenterInformation TechnologyIT InfrastructureTechnical Support
Responsibilities
Define the long-term (3–5 year) PMO scaling strategy, operating model, and governance framework for NA Operations
Translate enterprise and Operations priorities into an organized, resourced, structured, and governed initiative portfolio
Establish portfolio standards for intake, prioritization, capacity planning, and value realization, evolving the PMO into an outcome-driven, transformation-enablement function
Lead end-to-end governance for Operations initiatives, ensuring clear scope, planning, RAID management, and milestone execution
Implement standardized execution frameworks, stage gates, and scorecards that reinforce delivery discipline
Drive predictable execution in partnership with Technology, Strategy & Transformation, People, Finance, and other functional teams
Develop and refine PMO methodologies, tools, and templates aligned with operational and enterprise needs
Mature execution processes that improve efficiency, transparency, and risk mitigation across the initiative portfolio
Ensure alignment to quality, safety, regulatory, and compliance standards across the operational lifecycle
Lead organizational readiness and adoption plans for new processes, technologies, and operating models
Integrate communication, documentation, and training strategies to support successful transformation
Champion continuous improvement and execution excellence across Operations
Lead and develop a PMO of project/program managers, managers, and senior managers
Build a high-performance culture grounded in continuous improvement, accountability, rigor, and a growth mindset
Strengthen organizational capability through coaching, training, talent development, and succession planning
Build strong partnerships across Operations, Strategy & Transformation, Technology, Finance, and People
Provide structured insights into initiative health, risks, dependencies, and resource needs to support executive decision-making
Serve as a trusted advisor to the VP of Operational Excellence, COO, and Operations Leadership Team
Lead the development of dashboards, leading-indicator frameworks, and insight tools that enable operational visibility and strategic decision-making
Drive data-driven discussions with senior leaders by analyzing initiative ROI, performance trends, risks, and trade-offs across the portfolio
Provide forward-looking insights on leading indicators for critical-path and big-bet initiatives to proactively shape decisions, resource allocation, and execution priorities
Ensure enterprise-wide transparency into initiative progress, dependencies, and operational health metrics that inform leadership forums and Ops Reviews
Additional duties as assigned by Management
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree, MBA or equivalent experience required
12+ years of experience in program management, transformation, operational leadership, or enterprise PMO roles
Proven success leading a PMO or strategic program function in a complex, high-growth, or operationally intensive environment
Experience leading PMO people managers, and other senior leaders, building high-performing teams, and scaling organizational capability
Travel required is expected to be up to 20% but may increase over time as the business evolves
Preferred
Background in data centers, critical infrastructure, construction, engineering, or large-scale operations strongly preferred
Certifications such as PMP, PgMP, Lean Six Sigma, or equivalent are a plus
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life and AD&D
Short and long-term disability coverage
Paid time off
Employee assistance
Participation in a 401k program that includes company match
Many other additional voluntary benefits
Company
Vantage Data Centers
Vantage Data Centers designs and develops data center campuses to large cloud providers, AI enterprises, and other tech-driven businesses.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$33.61BKey Investors
La CaisseWells FargoDigitalBridge
2025-09-10Private Equity· $1.6B
2025-06-03Debt Financing· $5.82B
2024-12-16Private Equity· $1.47B
Leadership Team
Sureel Choksi
President and CEO
Corinne Chong
CFO, APAC
Recent News
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