Data Center Site Lead: 24/7 Ops & Uptime Champion

Salute; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Salute is seeking a Data Center Site Manager to lead operations at a precision-focused data center site in the United States. You will manage electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety systems, ensuring uptime and adherence to safety standards.

You will lead a team of engineers and technicians, coordinate with stakeholders, monitor budgets, and drive continuous improvement in site operations and service delivery.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of directly related experience in operation, installation, and maintenance of data center critical equipment.
• Experience managing HVAC, electrical distribution, and building systems.
• Strong knowledge of fire/life safety and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team at a data center site and manage talent development.
• Oversee site services, budgets, and client service levels.
• Coordinate with internal groups and vendors to ensure uptime and safety.

Skills

Data center operations

Electrical systems

HVAC

Fire/life safety

Team leadership

Budget management

Vendor coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Engineering/related degree (implied)

Tools

AutoCAD

Visio

Job description

Salute is seeking a Data Center Site Manager to lead operations at a precision-focused data center site in the United States. You will manage electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety systems, ensuring uptime and adherence to safety standards.

You will lead a team of engineers and technicians, coordinate with stakeholders, monitor budgets, and drive continuous improvement in site operations and service delivery.