Connectivity Strategy Lead for Data Centers

Vantage Data Centers LLC; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Vantage Data Centers LLC is seeking a Connectivity Manager to lead strategy and delivery of carrier-neutral connectivity across North American campuses. Hybrid role (3 days in office, 2 remote) with responsibility from feasibility to delivery, coordinating with carriers, internal teams and customers.

You will manage budgets, schedules and vendor relationships, develop regional connectivity roadmaps, and stay ahead of new technologies to meet customer requirements on day one.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in large-scale connectivity delivery.
• Solid understanding of data center ecosystems and a network of key providers, with a recognized degree in computer science or equivalent preferred.
• Project management experience, with the ability to conduct full feasibility studies.
• Knowledge of customer requirements, business drivers, financials, and relevant legislative requirements.
• Strong IT skills, with the ability to use multiple communication tools and software packages.
• Demonstrated strong negotiation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills at all organizational levels and with third parties, such as suppliers.
• Flexible, adaptable, and self-directed; able to work in various circumstances, including remotely, while traveling, across multiple time zones, cross-functionally, and by project.
• Highly organized with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, work well under pressure, and prioritize work efforts with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lead feasibility (developing connectivity strategy) through contract execution and delivery (e.g., lit fiber).
• Contribute to the design, schedule and CAPEX estimates during pre-construction phases and assist with relevant contract negotiations.
• Brief and transition ownership of fiber telecommunications infrastructure to VDC Construction Managers at the appropriate time for execution.
• Develop and maintain regional connectivity strategy, including productization of connectivity, aligned with the management team's expectations and direction.
• Ensure accountability results across all connectivity projects, assignments, and initiatives, including budget and schedule management, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
• Stay current with new technologies, products, and innovative opportunities both within and outside the data center industry to enhance future deliveries.
• Acquire dark fiber facilities to ensure all customers can activate services from day one.
• Negotiate carrier agreements to reduce costs while ensuring dark fiber availability on-premises from day one.
• Support D&E with campus and building designs for internal and external conduit routing, including MMR/POE layout and customer fit-outs
• In conjunction with VDC commercial teams and third-party consultants, qualify consultants, vendors, and contractors
• Provide technical support as needed, including preparing technical materials for presentations to prospective customers and supporting marketing efforts to outline connectivity strategies.

Job description

Vantage Data Centers LLC is seeking a Connectivity Manager to lead strategy and delivery of carrier-neutral connectivity across North American campuses. Hybrid role (3 days in office, 2 remote) with responsibility from feasibility to delivery, coordinating with carriers, internal teams and customers.

You will manage budgets, schedules and vendor relationships, develop regional connectivity roadmaps, and stay ahead of new technologies to meet customer requirements on day one.