Related Digital · 18 hours ago
Senior Manager, Data Center Campus Facility
Related Digital is a leading vertically integrated data center development and investment platform. They are seeking a Senior Manager, Data Center Campus Facility to establish, lead, and operate their data center campus, ensuring safe and efficient operations while driving operational excellence and collaboration across teams.
Real Estate
Responsibilities
Lead the safe, reliable operation, maintenance, and continuous optimization of mission-critical data center infrastructure across one or more facilities
Ensure maximum uptime and resiliency of power, cooling, automation, and supporting building systems
Direct the development, review, and governance of Sequences of Operation (SOO), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Emergency Operating Procedures (EOPs)
Oversee work management processes to ensure accuracy, compliance, and effectiveness within asset and maintenance management systems
Conduct regular inspections of facilities, active work, and critical equipment to evaluate performance, reliability, and operational risk
Manage automation and monitoring platforms to optimize system performance, capacity utilization, and fault detection
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce operating costs, and strengthen infrastructure resiliency
Champion a safety-first culture while reinforcing accountability and consistent operational discipline across all teams
Lead onsite operations teams, including third-party managers and critical facilities operators, to deliver reliable 24/7 operations
Provide hands-on coaching, mentoring, and leadership development in a dynamic, always-on operating environment
Ensure training programs and qualification standards are effective, current, and rigorously enforced
Accountable for site safety and environmental compliance in partnership with vendor leadership teams
Ensure compliance with all safety policies, environmental programs, and applicable regulatory requirements
Lead incident response and escalation activities, including after-hours support as required
Conduct post-incident reviews, root cause analyses, and corrective action planning; integrate lessons learned into ongoing operations
Oversee risk mitigation efforts, resolving or escalating redundancy and resiliency issues as appropriate
Partner with construction, design, and commissioning teams on new build and retrofit projects to ensure operational readiness prior to turnover
Serve as the primary operations point of contact for construction activities affecting live production environments
Lead infrastructure improvement initiatives by defining scope, prioritization, schedule, and execution strategy
Oversee vendor and contractor performance supporting operations and maintenance
Own document management processes, ensuring accurate and current records for drawings, specifications, SOPs, warranties, commissioning data, and turnover documentation
Collaborate with peer leaders across campuses and regions to drive consistency and continuous improvement
Partner with site-based cross-functional teams and serve as the voice of Related Digital in communications with tenant employees
Translate complex technical and operational information into clear, effective communication for internal and external stakeholders
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience in critical facilities or data center operations
2+ years of people management experience, including managing managers and/or large teams
Strong knowledge of critical power, cooling, automation, and building systems
Experience operating in high-availability, mission-critical environments
Demonstrated troubleshooting, analytical, and decision-making skills
Experience with environmental, health, and safety programs and regulatory compliance
Familiarity with CMMS, BMS, EPMS, DCIM, or similar operational systems
Experience managing vendors, contractors, and service providers
Ability to support 24/7 operations, including after-hours escalation
Ability to work in physical environments requiring walking, lifting, climbing, and other job site activities
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; or equivalent technical trade certification
15+ years of experience in mission-critical or data center operations
Proven experience leading incident command, emergency response, and large-scale incident management
Strong working knowledge of industry standards and codes, including NFPA, ASHRAE, NEC, OSHA, and life-safety regulations
Experience supporting new build, expansion, and retrofit projects, including commissioning and operational turnover
Advanced experience with building automation, power monitoring, and/or DCIM platforms
Experience operating across multiple sites or regions within a large-scale critical facilities portfolio
Formal safety or leadership training (e.g., Incident Command System, OSHA 30) preferred
Benefits
Discretionary bonus incentives
Comprehensive benefits package
Company
Related Digital
data center developer
Funding
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