Resource Manager

Fluid2Chip; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental & Vision

401k with match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Fluid2Chip is seeking a Resource Manager to oversee a team of field engineers and coordinate resource allocation across US projects. The role ensures personnel, tools, and equipment meet project demands and travel up to 25% to support on-site needs.

The ideal candidate will manage staffing, onboarding, and training, while tracking utilization, forecasting needs, and driving process improvements to boost productivity and quality. Remote collaboration is essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction or related discipline.
• Minimum five years’ experience with installation, hands-on testing, validation and troubleshooting of mechanical, controls and/or electrical infrastructure.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in people/resource management.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Resource Managers and Project Managers to allocate resources to projects.
• Attend weekly reviews to discuss manpower needs and address staffing challenges.
• Oversee onboarding, training, and qualifications of personnel.
• Manage timecards, PTO, and expenses in accordance with policy.
• Ensure resources are allocated to maximize billability and project quality.

Skills

Resource management

Team leadership

Remote work

MS Office

Project coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction or related discipline

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Fluid2Chip is a specialized technical services practice built on decades of data centerexpertise. We bridge the gap between traditional construction teams and the shift to high-density liquid cooling — delivering expert commissioning, flush-and-fill, fluid chemistry, QA/QC, and system optimization services that ensure mission-critical liquid cooling infrastructure performs from day one.

Fluid2Chip recognizes salary ranges from job boards do not necessarily reflect our pay ranges. In many instances we out-compete those ranges for well-qualified candidates.

Job Summary

The Resource Manager plays a crucial role in overseeing a team of field engineers and coordinating the allocation of field resources.This position ensures that the necessary personnel, tools, and equipment are available to meet project demands.

The Resource Manager works closely with project managers to align resources with project timelines, budget, and quality standards, enabling efficient and effective project execution. Additionally, this role requires tracking resource utilization, forecasting needs, and implementing process improvements to enhance overall productivity and quality.

This role requires flexibility to travel around the US up to 25%.

Essential Functions

Resource Management

• Coordinate with other Resource Managers, Service Delivery Managers, and Technical Project Managers to allocate resources to projects.
• Proactive Resource Assignment: Aim to assign resources well in advance, wherever feasible.
• Balanced Resource Allocation: Work with other RMs to ensure a balanced approach in resource distribution.
• Conflict Resolution: In the event of resource conflicts between Technical Project Managers, defer to the Service Delivery Manager for deconfliction.
• Maximizing Billability: Ensure personnel remain as billable as possible, while accounting for schedule changes and downtime.
• Weekly Resource Review: Meet weekly with the Service Delivery Managers and Technical Project Managers to discuss manpower needs, review potential hiring requisitions, and address any manpower challenges.
• PM Tool Maintenance: Keep the resource planning tools up-to-date and accurate.
• Act as the personnel manager for assigned individuals.
• 1:1 Meetings: Conduct weekly one-on-one meetings to ensure personnel are supported.
• Time Off and Leave Management: Approve and manage PTO, personal days, sick leave, and compensated time off.
• Annual Reviews: Conduct performance reviews for all assigned personnel.
• Personnel and Manpower Issues: Meet weekly with the Technical Project Managers to address any personnel issues and manpower concerns.
• Holiday Resourcing: Coordinate holiday schedules with Technical Project Managers to ensure coverage.
• New Hire Onboarding: Oversee the setup and onboarding of new hires.
• Training and Development: Manage training requirements and ensure personnel have the necessary qualifications, certifications, and professional licenses.
• Oversee financial responsibilities related to assigned personnel.
• Timecard Approval: Approve timecards for personnelweekly.
• Expense Review: Review and approve expenses, ensure policy compliance and correct project allocations.
• On-time Submission: Ensure that personnel submit timecards and expense reports accurately and punctually.

Position Requirements

• Knowledge of industry trends, project management and construction procedures and best practices.
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, and coordination of people and resources.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction mission critical, commercial buildings, or other structures.
• Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Skilled at managing personnel and material resources.
• Ability to leverage AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows, optimize operational processes, and contribute to company-wide innovation.
• Ability to work successfully in a remote environment thru effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace.
• Ability to learn client and / or industry specific management software.
• Ability to follow company and site safety requirements.
• Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports, and correspondence.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information).
• Ability to communicate effectively directly with clients and at times serve as primary point of client contact.
• Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with onsite and remote team members.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines.
• Ability to effectively plan and delegate the work of others.
• Ability to analyze complex information and develop plans to address identified issues.
• Proficient at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management.
• Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Education/Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction or related discipline

OR

• Two years’ experience with installation, hands-on testing, validation and troubleshooting of mechanical, controls and / or electrical infrastructure

PLUS

• Minimum five years’ additional experience with installation, hands-on testing, validation and troubleshooting of mechanical, controls and / or electrical infrastructure
• Minimum of three years’ experience in people / resource management

Physical Demands

The following physical demands must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is:

• Frequently required to remain in a stationary position.
• Frequently moving through office, facility and other environments.
• On occasion the employee may need to move stationary items weighing up to 30 pounds.

Travel Requirements

• Up to 25%, this may include travel to any or all 50 US states.
• Must be located near a major airport.
• Effective May 7, 2025, and in accordance with U.S. federal regulations for domestic air travel, a valid REAL ID (or an acceptable alternative, such as a passport) is required for travel associated with this position.
• Travel may involve transportation by car or plane depending on the destination and nature of the business need.
• Travel is defined as physically leaving home on behalf of business activities including but not limited to client sites, meetings with other employees, meetings for business development purposes, running errands on behalf of the business, attending industry conferences, etc.
• Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option).
• Flex spending accounts (FSA).
• Dental and vision plans.
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26.
• 401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option.
• PTOincludingadditionalpaid time off during the last week of the year.
• Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage.
• Professional development opportunities, tuitionreimbursement,and professional licensingassistance.
• Paid parental leave after one year of employment.

CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC residents only: In accordance with CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC law, the range provided is Fluid2Chip's reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may differ based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and location.

EEO

Fluid2Chip provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome people from all backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and abilities.

Notice To Third Party Agencies

Fluid2Chip does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to Fluid2Chip in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where Fluid2Chip has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of Fluid2Chip and Fluid2Chip will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.

The pay range for this role is:

120,000 - 140,000 USD per year (Remote (United States))