Vantage Data Centers · 1 day ago
Senior Manager, Chief Engineer, NA
Vantage Data Centers powers and operates data center facilities for major cloud providers and enterprises. The Senior Manager, Critical Facilities will oversee operations across multiple data center campuses, ensuring reliability and safety while leading a team of managers and engineers to drive performance and operational excellence.
Data CenterInformation TechnologyIT InfrastructureTechnical Support
Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership and oversight of critical facility operations across one or more data center campuses
Ensure 24/7/365 operational readiness and system reliability, with a focus on zero downtime
Lead and develop a team of Managers, Chief Engineers, and Supervisors, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
Oversee all aspects of preventive and corrective maintenance, commissioning, and emergency response planning
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align facility operations with business continuity, compliance, and sustainability goals
Drive operational excellence through data analysis, performance metrics, and continuous improvement initiatives
Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and service level agreements to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness
Develop and manage operating and capital budgets, including forecasting, procurement, and cost control
Ensure compliance with all regulatory, environmental, and safety standards, including OSHA and EPA guidelines
Lead incident response and root cause analysis for critical events, ensuring timely resolution and documentation
Oversee the development and implementation of SOPs, MOPs, and EOPs across all sites
Represent facilities operations in executive-level meetings, audits, and strategic planning sessions
Perform additional duties as assigned by Management
Qualification
Required
Minimum 12 years of experience in mission-critical facilities (electrical, mechanical, or HVAC), with at least 5 years in a leadership role
Proven experience managing large teams and complex operations across multiple sites or large-scale facilities
Deep understanding of Tier III/IV data center infrastructure, including UPS systems, generators, chillers, CRACs, BMS, and electrical distribution
Strong financial acumen with experience in budget development, capital planning, and cost management
Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and executive stakeholders
Advanced technical writing skills and experience developing operational documentation and training programs
Experience with CMMS platforms and data-driven maintenance strategies
Must successfully complete a background check and drug screen
Travel may be required up to 5%, including site visits, audits, and leadership meetings but may increase as the business evolves
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.
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2023 (4)
2022 (5)
2021 (2)
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
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