Data Center Engineering Technical Manager, Remote

Lensa; United States; Remote; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Data Center Engineering Technical Manager to lead a skilled team in optimizing operational processes for critical facilities. This role involves ensuring compliance with safety standards, enhancing preventive maintenance programs, and fostering effective communication with clients and engineers. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in facility management, demonstrating exceptional leadership and problem-solving skills. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and offers a competitive salary along with comprehensive benefits, including health and retirement plans.

Benefits

401(K)

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Vision Insurance

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in facility management or engineering.
• Strong understanding of data center critical infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team in developing operational processes for critical environment facilities.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and contractual obligations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Facility Management Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft Teams

Power BI

CMMS

BMS

DCIM

EPMS

Bluebeam

CAD Software

Job description

Data Center Engineering Technical Manager, Remote

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Job ID: 213137

Posted: 31-Mar-2025

Service line: GWS Segment

Role type: Full-time

Areas of Interest: Data Centers, Facilities Management

Locations: Clifton - New Jersey - United States of America, Remote - US - Remote - US - United States of America

About The Role

As a CBRE Technical Manager, you'll lead a team in developing and maintaining standardized, best-practice operational processes for critical environment facilities, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and safety regulations. This involves collaborating with facility operations and maintenance, delivering technical training, monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs), and utilizing as-built drawings. You will maintain strong client and engineer communication, continuously improve preventive maintenance and safety programs, and provide technical support for incidents, projects, and emergencies. Further responsibilities include supporting asset management plans, ensuring statutory compliance, and contributing to strategic process improvements across the US portfolio.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Oversight on SHIELD/CERM Implementation and Reporting on areas such as client contract review, critical infrastructure documentation, site operational RACI, staffing analysis, business continuity/disaster recovery plans, training, mock scenario drills, maintenance planning, operational procedures, incident support, critical work planning, capacity management, root cause analysis, risk register management, and airflow management.

Leadership & Communication

• Highly adaptable leader with 10+ years managing facility engineering teams.
• Proven ability to lead, plan, and execute strategic initiatives in dynamic environments.
• Exceptional communication skills tailored to diverse audiences.

Technical Skills & Software Proficiency

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Teams/Power BI.
• Experienced with CMMS, BMS, DCIM, EPMS, Bluebeam, and/or CAD software.
• Skilled in work order analysis and report writing.

Technical Expertise & Knowledge

• Extensive knowledge of data center critical infrastructure such as generators, UPS, PDU, ATS, cooling systems, CRAH, CRAC, and water treatment.
• Understanding of electrical diagrams, sequence of operations, and safe working environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree preferred with 3-5 years relevant experience; experience and education may substitute.
• Facility Management certification preferred.
• Experience in staffing, training, coaching, and performance management.
• Strong organizational, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.

Compensation & Benefits

Minimum salary: $160,000; maximum salary: $180,000. Benefits include 401(K), Dental, Health, Life, and Vision insurance.

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

CBRE provides equal employment opportunities and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Contact: [e-mail] or [phone] / [phone].