Technical Project Manager, Global

Vantage Data Centers Management Company LLC; United States; Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life and AD&D coverage

Short and long-term disability

Paid time off

Employee assistance

401k with company match

Other voluntary benefits

Job summary

Vantage Data Centers is seeking a Technical Project Manager, Global, to oversee IT projects across NA, EMEA, and APAC from a Denver base. The role collaborates with Construction and suppliers, manages budgets and schedules, and drives improvements with data-driven dashboards.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of project management experience in technical environments, strong networking knowledge in data centers, and certifications such as Prince2 or Agile.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field is preferred or relevant experience.
• 5+ years of project management experience with emphasis on continuous improvement in a technical field with demonstrable results.
• Extensive experience project managing complex data center migrations with an emphasis on IT Design.
• Strong knowledge of networking within a data center and how it interconnects disparate systems such as Security, BMS, etc.
• Highly skilled at reporting Key Performance Indicators using automated reporting and live dashboards.

Responsibilities

• Lead project planning, resource management, reporting, and implementation of IT projects globally, including NA, EMEA, and APAC.
• Coordinate and deliver IT projects on schedule and within budget, handling challenges with strategic problem-solving.
• Collaborate with departments and external suppliers to ensure successful project execution and stakeholder alignment.
• Design and develop performance measurements, metrics, and dashboards to provide analytical insights.
• Coach, mentor, and train others on continuous improvement techniques and reporting results.
• Ensure project handover activities, manuals, and training are completed successfully.

Skills

Networking in data center

KPI reporting

Stakeholder management

Microsoft Office

JIRA

MS Project

ServiceNow

Prince2

APM PMQ/PPQ

Agile

Education

Bachelor's degree in Project Management/IT/Engineering or related field

Tools

JIRA

MS Project

ServiceNow

Job description

About Vantage Data Centers

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Position Overview

This role can be based in Denver, CO. in alignment with our flexible work policy (3 days in, 2 days flexible). Vantage is looking for an experienced and detailed orientated Technical Project Manager, Global, to facilitate the successful completion of projects for the IT department. As a key contributor, this position will interface regularly with internal groups such as Construction and handle external suppliers. The ability to influence and cultivate consensus across teams at all organizational levels is crucial to succeed in this role. A good understanding of business processes, challenges, and goals is required to provide insightful ideas and creative solutions when faced with issues. Ultimately, the role will suit someone who is forward-thinking and can navigate obstacles well.

Essential Job Functions

Project Management: Lead project planning, resource management, reporting, and implementation of IT projects globally, including North America, EMEA, and APAC regions. Project manage complex data center migrations and other technical projects, ensuring all project deliverables are met. Coordinate and deliver IT projects on schedule and within budget, handling any challenges that arise with strategic problem-solving.

Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with various departments and external suppliers to ensure successful project execution. Negotiate and influence multiple teams with opposing priorities, reducing conflict, and fostering better relationships to achieve project success. Partner with procurement to work with suppliers and vendors, assist with pricing negotiation, and coordinate work as required.

Performance Measurement and Reporting: Design and develop performance measurements, metrics, and dashboards to provide analytical insights to business partners. Create clear and accurate reports throughout the project's lifecycle, keeping partners informed of progress, risks, and issues. Continually assess ongoing projects, identify potential issues, and adapt plans strategically to overcome hurdles.

Team Leadership and Development: Assign and oversee project tasks across all impacted customers, holding the team accountable to established milestones. Coach, mentor, and train others on continuous improvement techniques and standard methods for reporting results. Ensure that all project handover activities, including manuals and training, are completed successfully.

Technical Expertise: Use Technical Project Management experience to improve all aspects of project planning, resource management, reporting, solution evaluation, and implementation. Solve technical problems by implementing preventative controls, conducting data analysis, identifying root causes, and developing effective control plans. Work closely with teams to provide analytical insights, process improvements, operational excellence, and enhance customer success.

Additional Duties

• Handle additional duties as assigned by Management.

Job Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field is preferred or relevant experience.

Experience: 5+ years of project management experience with emphasis on continuous improvement in a technical field with demonstrable results Extensive experience project managing complex data center migrations with an emphasis on IT Design.

Skills: Good knowledge of networking within a data center and how it interconnects disparate systems such as Security, BMS, etc. Strong statistical analysis skills with a high attention to detail and accuracy. Highly skilled at reporting Key Performance Indicators using automated reporting and live dashboards, which will be used at all organizational levels. Expert organizational and communication skills with ability to multi-task and quickly contribute in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Highly proficient in Microsoft Office and project management tools such as JIRA, MS Project, and ServiceNow. Accredited professional project management certifications such as Prince2, APM (PMQ/PPQ), and Agile.

Location and Work Policy

Functions of this position are to be performed in a company-designated office or field location in line with the company's flexible working policy, at least three days a week. Travel required is expected to be up to 5% but may increase over time as the business evolves.

Physical Demands and Special Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an 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 occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Salary Range

Salary Range: $135,000 - 145,000 Base + Bonus (this range is based on Colorado market data and may vary in other locations)

• medical coverage


• dental coverage


• vision coverage


• life and AD&D coverage


• short and long-term disability coverage


• paid time off


• employee assistance


• participation in a 401k program that includes company match


• many other additional voluntary benefits

Benefits

• comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations

Culture and Values

We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other’s strengths and respecting each other’s weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations. Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Equal Opportunity

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.