TEKsystems · 7 hours ago
Data Center Project Manager
Melrose Park, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$50/hr - $65/hr
5+ years expTEKsystems is a leading provider of business and technology services, seeking a Data Center Project Manager to support large-scale data center expansion projects. The role involves overseeing the planning, execution, and operational readiness of new data center builds, ensuring compliance and reliability.
Information Technology
Responsibilities
Lead small‑to‑medium projects through planning, execution, and closeout, ensuring timelines and budgets are met
Coordinate CE audits, compliance verifications, and operational readiness assessments
Identify infrastructure vulnerabilities and recommend improvements in equipment, design, and technology
Develop detailed project plans, integrate technical activities, and drive accountability across stakeholders
Prepare and present project proposals, findings, and reports to leadership
Review, recommend, and approve contract scopes and cost estimates
Serve as the primary operations interface during data center design and construction
Oversee new data center builds from an operational perspective, ensuring long‑term maintainability
Manage responses to RFIs to minimize risk, confusion, or operational impacts
Implement QA/QC processes post‑IST and throughout turnover phases
Manage turnover deliverables, warranty items, defect resolution, and TSB tracking
Participate in advisory committees, Go/No‑Go evaluations, and design reviews
Conduct operational readiness walks (L2, L3, L4, Post‑IST) to ensure alignment with operational standards
Collaborate with SMEs and logistics teams to manage spare‑parts inventory and procurement
Qualification
Required
OSHA or OSHA‑approved NFPA 70E certification
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
5+ years of applied experience in a technical field (automotive, electrical, controls, data center, etc.)
OR 5+ years of industry experience plus relevant college coursework
Ability to work flexible schedules, including potential 12‑hour shifts or rotating schedules
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)
5+ years of experience in critical environments such as: UPS, generators, AHUs, Physical IT infrastructure (servers, SANs, networking, structured cabling, etc.)
Preferred
Technical degree in Computer Science, Math, Telecommunications, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
Relevant certifications such as: ASICS/Inventory Control, CompTIA, Microsoft, Network+, PMP, ITIL, CDCP
Benefits
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Company
TEKsystems
At TEKsystems, they understand people. Every year they deploy over 80,000 IT professionals at 6,000 client sites across North America,
10001+ employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Ryan Skains
Vice President, TEKsystems Global Services
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