Head of Data Center Facilities Operations

Quality Technology Services, LLC

Denver (CO)

On-site

USD 154,000 - 236,000

Full time

10 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)Matching
Medical,Dental,Vision
Paid time off
Volunteer days
Tuition assistance
Parental leave
Military benefits
Stock purchase plan
Wellness program
Paid holidays

Job summary

Quality Technology Services, LLC is seeking an experienced facilities and operations leader to drive site performance in Colorado. You will manage the local team, oversee power/cooling, security, and maintenance, and ensure regulatory compliance while achieving financial targets.

Collaboration with COE managers and Sales will be essential. The role requires 10+ years in data center or facilities management and strong cross‑functional leadership.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree preferred in Business, Engineering, Architecture, Computer Science, MIS or equivalent professional experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Ten or more years of experience in data center operations management, facilities management, corporate engineering, or related field.
  • Five or more years of experience leading cross-organizational teams in a critical-facility environment.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the site team, develop capabilities, and set policies to satisfy customers, engage employees, and meet financial objectives.
  • Implement operating standards for cost control, waste reduction, quality, safety, and environmental responsibility.
  • Oversee expenditures, staffing, and capital projects to ensure compliance with financial goals and budgets.
  • Provide leadership with local managers and remote line of business owners to meet operating standards.
  • Manage operations, space planning, power and cooling, security, maintenance, and related services for site(s).
  • Establish and maintain facilities policies to comply with applicable laws and licenses.
  • Drive innovative facilities programs with an environmentally conscious approach.
  • Negotiate contracts with suppliers and coordinate maintenance agreements and procedures.
  • Supervise the preparation and implementation of the operating budget.
  • Engage with community and professional associations and build staff relationships.

Skills

Leadership
Facilities management
Cross-functional teams
Budgeting/financial management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/engineering/architecture/computer science or equivalent

Job description

Quality Technology Services, LLC is seeking an experienced facilities and operations leader to drive site performance in Colorado. You will manage the local team, oversee power/cooling, security, and maintenance, and ensure regulatory compliance while achieving financial targets.

Collaboration with COE managers and Sales will be essential. The role requires 10+ years in data center or facilities management and strong cross‑functional leadership.

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