Data Center Manager

CBRE Group, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Data Center Manager to lead the Critical and Technical Services team in Dallas. You will oversee preventative maintenance and repairs for a key client data center, ensuring uptime and operational excellence while guiding a high-performing crew.

The role emphasizes team leadership, effective client relations, and rigorous adherence to standards and safety practices in a mission-critical environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience, preferably with a Bachelor's Degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Leadership experience in staffing, development, coaching and performance management.
• Strong communication skills to convey complex information and manage expectations.
• Solid problem-solving abilities for operational challenges.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team, mentor and develop staff and conduct performance evaluations.
• Coordinate daily activities, schedules, tasks, and ensure work orders/PMs/repairs meet SLAs.
• Manage client relationships and communicate with senior management on critical issues.
• Oversee facility and IT equipment installations, relocations, and decommissions, ensuring standards compliance.
• Maintain pristine data hall conditions and documentation to meet industry standards.
• Prepare and present method statements and risk assessments.
• Identify and resolve complex operational issues and drive process improvements.
• Uphold CBRE's RISE values: Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Operations coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

About CBRE

• CBRE, a global leader in commercial real estate, seeks an exceptional Data Center Manager for our Critical and Technical Services division.
• We ensure the seamless, resilient operation of vital client data centers, driving innovation and operational excellence in critical infrastructure management.

The Opportunity: Lead Critical Infrastructure Operations

• Are you a proven leader with a passion for critical infrastructure?
• As a Data Center Manager, you'll spearhead the preventative maintenance and repair services for a key client data center.
• This role is your chance to lead a high-performing team, guarantee operational uptime, and drive continuous improvement in a critical environment.
• If you're ready to make a significant impact on digital operations, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Do (Your Impact):

• Team Leadership: Supervise, mentor, train, and develop a dedicated team, fostering growth and conducting performance evaluations.
• Operational Management: Coordinate daily activities, establish schedules, assign tasks, and ensure timely completion of work orders, PMs, and repairs within SLAs.
• Client & Stakeholder Relations: Manage client relationships, meet MSA requirements, and communicate effectively with senior management on critical issues.
• Infrastructure Assurance: Oversee facility and IT equipment installations, relocations, and decommissions, ensuring compliance with all standards.
• Quality & Standards: Verify pristine data hall conditions, ensure all deployments meet industry standards, and maintain meticulous documentation.
• Risk & Methodologies: Prepare and present Method Statements and Risk Assessments.
• Problem Resolution: Proactively identify and resolve complex operational issues, contributing to process enhancements.
• Values Alignment: Lead by example, embodying CBRE's RISE values (Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence).

What You’ll Need (Your Expertise):

• Experience: 3-5 years of relevant experience, preferably with a Bachelor's Degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Leadership: Proven background in team staffing, development, coaching, and performance management.
• Communication: Exceptional ability to convey complex information and manage expectations.
• Problem-Solving: Strong skills in identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving operational challenges.