Director of Data Center Operational Excellence & Assurance

RELATED; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Related Digital seeks a seasoned Director of Operational Excellence & Assurance to drive continuous improvement for data center operations and oversee internal audits for EHS, quality, and compliance. The role partners with site and regional leadership to translate audit findings into lasting process improvements and will exercise Stop Work Authority when needed.

Responsibilities include designing annual audit plans, coordinating with engineering, facilities, and EHS, and supporting SOC 2 Type

Qualifications

• Minimum 7–10 years in operations, quality assurance, EHS, or internal audit.
• Experience in data center or critical facility environments is required.
• CIA, CQA, or similar certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead CI initiatives across multiple data center sites to improve safety, reliability, quality, and efficiency.
• Establish SOPs, playbooks, and best practices across sites.
• Define and report KPIs for operations, safety, and compliance; identify trends and improvements.
• Facilitate CAPA processes for operational, safety, and quality events.

Skills

Continuous Improvement

Operational Excellence

Auditing

EHS

SOC 2

ISO 27001

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Eng./related

Equivalent experience accepted

Tools

EPMS

BMS

CMMS

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Related Digital seeks a seasoned Director of Operational Excellence & Assurance to drive continuous improvement for data center operations and oversee internal audits for EHS, quality, and compliance. The role partners with site and regional leadership to translate audit findings into lasting process improvements and will exercise Stop Work Authority when needed.

Responsibilities include designing annual audit plans, coordinating with engineering, facilities, and EHS, and supporting SOC 2 Type