Data Center Facilities Manager — 24/7 Uptime Leader

CBRE; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k)

PTO days

Holiday schedule

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Data Center Facilities Manager to lead a team responsible for 24/7/365 critical infrastructure operations across data center facilities, campuses, or portfolios. You will drive uptime, safety, and lifecycle planning while collaborating with IT, engineering, and vendors.

The role emphasizes disciplined supervision, performance coaching, budget oversight, and program delivery within CBRE's operational framework, with strong opportunities for professional development and

Responsibilities

• Provide formal supervision to critical facilities employees.
• Monitor specialized data center training and development.
• Conduct performance evaluations and technical coaching.
• Oversee recruiting for skilled critical environment technicians.
• Schedule and manage 24/7/365 shift activities.
• Establish work schedules and cross-training plans.
• Set and track department and SLA deadlines.
• Mentor and coach technical staff as needed.
• Coordinate critical infrastructure maintenance with vendors.
• Maintain client relationships regarding uptime and incidents.
• Manage capital projects, budgets, and variance reports.
• Perform facility inspections following critical environment regulations.
• Suggest efficiencies for Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE).
• Manage environmental health, safety, and EOP procedures.
• Oversee critical vendor relationships and invoicing procedures.
• Review quotes for specialized parts and labor.
• Conduct training on maintenance, MOP execution, and safety.
• Lead by example consistent with CBRE RISE values.
• Influence parties to reach critical risk agreements.
• Integrate facilities discipline with IT and network objectives.
• Troubleshoot complex electrical, mechanical, and monitoring issues.

Job description

CBRE is seeking a Data Center Facilities Manager to lead a team responsible for 24/7/365 critical infrastructure operations across data center facilities, campuses, or portfolios. You will drive uptime, safety, and lifecycle planning while collaborating with IT, engineering, and vendors.

The role emphasizes disciplined supervision, performance coaching, budget oversight, and program delivery within CBRE's operational framework, with strong opportunities for professional development and