Data Center COE Service Site Manager

ABB Inc.; Cary (NC); Remote; USD 98,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Data Center COE Service Site Manager to lead critical on-site activities. This role involves managing installation, commissioning, and testing processes while ensuring safety and quality standards are met. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external resources to drive project success. The position offers an exciting opportunity to work on innovative electrical solutions, with a strong emphasis on safety and customer satisfaction. If you are passionate about leading projects and making a significant impact in the field, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with electrical OEMs in field service projects.
• Strong understanding of IEC61850 projects and commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation, commissioning, and testing activities on-site.
• Manage on-site project activities and ensure safety compliance.
• Coordinate with customers and subcontractors for project execution.

Skills

Field service project management

Site commissioning

Health and Safety compliance

Electrical equipment knowledge

Leadership

Education

BS in Engineering or Management

Job description

Data Center COE Service Site Manager

At ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values—care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration—along with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities, drive us to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions.

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Reporting To

Service Manager

Your Role and Responsibilities

In this role, you will lead FWT, installation, commissioning, testing, and handover activities on-site, acting as the single point of contact for the customer. You will manage on-site presence throughout the project, ensuring coordination and smooth execution of all work activities. Your expertise will be showcased through planning, scheduling, and coordinating service resources based on guidelines.

The work model for this role is remote (#LI-Remote).

You will be mainly responsible for:

1. Planning project on-site activities with the Project Manager, including local resources, equipment, and milestones.
2. Coordinating agreements between customers and external resources on construction targets, health and safety requirements, site organization, and policies.
3. Managing all on-site activities from receiving the site area to handover, ensuring successful execution of start-up, construction, erection, testing, and commissioning in line with contract specifications, quality standards, schedule, and safety requirements.
4. Building and maintaining effective relationships with customers, authorities, banks, and suppliers to support field activities.
5. Ensuring a detailed and up-to-date construction Health & Safety (H&S) plan is in place, compliant with ABB H&S standards.
6. Promoting health and safety awareness among all on-site resources and ensuring proper training.
7. Suspending activities if HSE violations occur, ensuring safety of all personnel.
8. Handling, storing, and installing ABB equipment properly, coordinating logistics for timely delivery.
9. Managing subcontractors to meet quality and progress standards.
10. Controlling project costs, monitoring expenditures, and managing local purchasing within delegated authority.
11. Maintaining and updating all project documentation accurately.
12. Organizing and staffing the site effectively, guiding, motivating, and developing team members.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or Management.
• 5+ years of field service project experience with an electrical OEM, including leading long-term field assignments and quality assurance.
• Ability to travel 80-100% within North America and stay away from home for extended periods.
• Strong understanding of site commissioning, including IEC61850 projects.
• Experience developing and implementing test, start-up, and commissioning plans with third-party Cx agents.
• Experience leading start-up teams responsible for ABB and GE LV and MV electrical equipment, relays, and PRN networks is preferred.
• Leadership experience with multidisciplinary site teams and third-party contractors is preferred.
• Must have valid work authorization for employment in the US.

About Us

ABB's Service Division partners with customers to improve the availability, reliability, and sustainability of electrical products and installations. Our services include product care, modernization, and advisory solutions to enhance performance and extend equipment lifespan. We are committed to diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. Visit www.abb.com to learn more about our solutions and impact worldwide.

We look forward to your application. For more information about ABB, visit www.abb.com.

EEO Statement

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer that values diversity. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizen status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave, or protected veteran status. For more information on your EEO rights, visit the provided websites.

Applicants may request to review the Affirmative Action Plan by contacting an ABB HR Representative. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. Resumes and applications are accepted through standard channels. The position offers an annual salary between $98,700 and $183,300, plus eligibility for a bonus plan. For benefits, visit myBenefitsABB.com.