Data Center Deployment Lead — Operational Readiness

Vantage Data Centers; Reno (NV); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Vantage Data Centers is seeking a Technical Project Manager, Site Deployment in Reno, NV, to guide the transition of new data centers to Site Operations and ensure operational readiness at turnover. The role requires coordinating Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Business Operations, and Site Operations to deliver on-time deployments.

Your experience should include cross-functional project management with technical acumen, reviewing TAB and commissioning documents, and leading site

Qualifications

• 3+ years of data center or mission-critical project management experience.
• 2+ years in a technical role in Critical Facilities Operations or Maintenance.
• Experience managing cross-functional projects with defined schedules, budgets, and technical acceptance criteria.
• PM certifications (PMP or similar) preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 30%, including international travel.

Responsibilities

• Act as a key point of contact coordinating Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Business Operations, and Site Operations teams to transition new data centers to Site Operations.
• Develop and manage detailed deployment project schedules, milestone tracking, and risk mitigation plans for site readiness activities.
• Perform technical reviews of commissioning documentation, TAB reports, and other turnover deliverables to validate operational performance and design intent.
• Manage recruitment, staffing, onboarding, and training of new Operations teams at greenfield sites.
• Ensure complete program-level Operations protocols, procedures, and standards are in place for newly built facilities to achieve Operational Readiness.
• Ensure quality of Commissioning and Facility Acceptance to deliver a technically sound facility to Site Operations.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional coordination

Technical understanding

Travel readiness

Education

PMP certification preferred

Job description

Vantage Data Centers is seeking a Technical Project Manager, Site Deployment in Reno, NV, to guide the transition of new data centers to Site Operations and ensure operational readiness at turnover. The role requires coordinating Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Business Operations, and Site Operations to deliver on-time deployments.

Your experience should include cross-functional project management with technical acumen, reviewing TAB and commissioning documents, and leading site