Data Center Planning Expert

Norconsult Telematics; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Norconsult Telematics is seeking an experienced Data Center Planning Manager to lead passive and active planning activities, capacity forecasting, and deployment strategy for data centers supporting Telco, IT, and AI initiatives in Saudi Arabia.

You will oversee hosting environments, vendor contracts, and governance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure scalable, compliant facilities with strong QA and analytics.

Qualifications

• Master or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Telecommunication.
• 10+ years of proven experience in planning, design, and implementation of Data Center Facilities, Data Center Networks (DCN), and structured data cabling/passive infrastructure.
• Demonstrated experience crafting Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and detailed Bills of Quantities (BoQs) for complex network elements and solutions.
• Strong hands-on experience with network automation and orchestration technologies.
• Deep expertise in executing end-to-end architecture analysis and high-level design activities.
• Solid understanding of Master Service Agreements (MSAs), contractual structures, and vendor management.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to align technical infrastructure strategies with overarching commercial goals.
• Proficient in creating executive-level presentations, management reporting, and analytical dashboards.
• Proactive Ownership: A self-starter who takes full accountability for project delivery and thrives in fast-paced environments.
• Collaboration: Exceptional interpersonal skills with a proven track record of working cohesively with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of translating complex technical concepts for executive audiences.
• Excellent Analysis and problem-solving skills. English language proficiency level is Fluent

Responsibilities

• Capacity & Demand Management: Oversee data center forecasting, capacity planning, and demand management to ensure infrastructure scales ahead of business needs.
• Deployment & Architecture Planning: Define comprehensive deployment plans, service/product scopes, and strict technical specification requirements.
• Hosting & Facility Management: Manage data center facility reservations, space allocation, and hosting environments efficiently.
• Strategic Benchmarking: Conduct data center strategy reviews, performance analysis, and benchmark studies to secure future-proof facilities optimized for Telco, IT, and AI advancements.
• Data-Driven Insights: Utilize advanced data analytics to monitor infrastructure health, optimize performance, and drive strategic decision-making.
• Financial & Project Control: Oversee billing, invoicing, and rigorous project controls to ensure initiatives are delivered on time and within budget.
• Governance & Contract Management: Analyze and review legal frameworks, Master Service Agreements (MSAs), and vendor contracts to mitigate risk and ensure compliance.
• Process Optimization: Drive continuous improvement by developing robust operational processes, enhancing product/service quality, and maintaining high QA standards.

Skills

Data Center Planning

Capacity & Demand Management

Deployment & Architecture Planning

Hosting & Facility Management

Vendor & Contract Management

Data Analytics & Dashboards

Executive Reporting

Project Controls & Budgeting

RFP & BoQ Experience

Education

Master's or Bachelor’s in Engineering or Telecommunication

Job description

Manage Data Center Passive and Active Planning activities

Job Description & Responsibilities:

• Capacity & Demand Management: Oversee data center forecasting, capacity planning, and demand management to ensure infrastructure scales ahead of business needs.
• Deployment & Architecture Planning: Define comprehensive deployment plans, service/product scopes, and strict technical specification requirements.
• Hosting & Facility Management: Manage data center facility reservations, space allocation, and hosting environments efficiently.
• Strategic Benchmarking: Conduct data center strategy reviews, performance analysis, and benchmark studies to secure future-proof facilities optimized for Telco, IT, and AI advancements.
• Data-Driven Insights: Utilize advanced data analytics to monitor infrastructure health, optimize performance, and drive strategic decision-making.
• Financial & Project Control: Oversee billing, invoicing, and rigorous project controls to ensure initiatives are delivered on time and within budget.
• Governance & Contract Management: Analyze and review legal frameworks, Master Service Agreements (MSAs), and vendor contracts to mitigate risk and ensure compliance.
• Process Optimization: Drive continuous improvement by developing robust operational processes, enhancing product/service quality, and maintaining high QA standards.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Master or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Telecommunication.
• 10+ years of proven experience in the planning, design, and implementation of Data Center Facilities, Data Center Networks (DCN), and structured data cabling/passive infrastructure.
• Demonstrated experience crafting Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and detailed Bills of Quantities (BoQs) for complex network elements and solutions.
• Strong hands-on experience with network automation and orchestration technologies.
• Deep expertise in executing end-to-end architecture analysis and high-level design activities.
• Solid understanding of Master Service Agreements (MSAs), contractual structures, and vendor management.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to align technical infrastructure strategies with overarching commercial goals.
• Proficient in creating executive-level presentations, management reporting, and analytical dashboards.
• Proactive Ownership: A self-starter who takes full accountability for project delivery and thrives in fast-paced environments.
• Collaboration: Exceptional interpersonal skills with a proven track record of working cohesively with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of translating complex technical concepts for executive audiences.
• Excellent Analysis and problem-solving skills. English language proficiency level is Fluent