Data Center Manager

CBRE; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE in Houston seeks a Data Center Manager to lead critical infrastructure operations and ensure unwavering data center uptime. You will supervise a proactive team, drive preventative maintenance, and coordinate repairs to meet SLAs while collaborating with clients and stakeholders.

The role emphasizes operational excellence, installation and decommission activities, and rigorous documentation in a high‑reliability environment. Your guidance will advance CBRE's standards and service delivery.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant data center operations leadership experience.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to manage SLAs and supervise a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a dedicated team to meet objectives.
• Coordinate daily activities, schedules, tasks, and SLAs for PMs and repairs.
• Manage client relationships and communicate with senior management on critical issues.
• Oversee facility and IT equipment installations, relocations, and decommissions.
• Ensure deployments meet standards and maintain meticulous documentation.
• Prepare and present method statements and risk assessments.
• Identify and resolve complex operational issues to drive improvements.
• Model CBRE's RISE values in daily leadership and service delivery.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail] or via telephone at [phone] (U.S.) and [phone] (Canada).