Vice President, Data Center Technology
Compass Group USA
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Job summary
Compass Group USA seeks a senior technology leader for its Data Centers service line, based in Charlotte, NC. This executive defines site technology strategy, Day 1 packages, and end-to-end solutions across infrastructure, IoT, and applications, collaborating with HR, EHS, product and client leadership.
The role requires 12+ years in tech leadership with 5+ years in strategy and design for multi-site operations. Regular travel to client sites and data center markets is expected.
Qualifications
- 12+ years in progressive technology leadership
- 5+ years leading technology strategy, solution design, or IT for multi-site operations
- Hands-on depth across infrastructure, IoT, applications, integrations and cloud
- Experience standing up technology at remote, temporary, or rapidly scaling sites
- Track record translating operational needs into clear requirements for Product/Engineering
- Experience managing technology vendors and multi-million-dollar agreements
Responsibilities
- Own near- and long-term technology strategy and roadmap for the Data Centers service line from construction through campus operations.
- Define the technology solution and Day 1 package for each new site.
- Lead site technology end to end including infrastructure, connectivity, worker experience, and operations.
- Partner with HR and EHS on workforce and safety technology; align with client standards.
- Build standard technology package and cost model; work with Pricing and Finance on full tech costs.
- Represent Compass capabilities to hyperscale, colocation and contractor clients; participate in RFPs and security reviews.
- Select and manage technology and infrastructure partners; ensure contractual commitments.
- Define site IT operating model; hire site IT leaders and ensure readiness for mobilizations.
- Establish governance for technology solutions and standards; track adoption and client value.
- Build and lead a high-performing team and align leaders on standards.
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A Family Of Companies And Experiences
As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. If you’ve been hungry and away from home, chances are you’ve tasted Compass Group’s delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. We have over 284,000 US associates who work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states. Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation. Join the Compass family today!
Compass Corporate
A Family Of Companies And Experiences
As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. If you’ve been hungry and away from home, chances are you’ve tasted Compass Group’s delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. We have over 284,000 US associates who work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states. Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation. Join the Compass family today!
great people. great services. great results.
Each and every individual plays a key role in the growth and legacy of our company. We know the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting expertise that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar.
Job Summary
The Vice President, Data Center Technology leads the technology strategy for Compass Group's rapidly growing Data Centers service line. This leader defines what technology each data center site needs, from the first day of mobilization through large-scale workforce villages and steady-state operation. The VP owns the technology strategy, solution design and requirements for the service line. They work closely with Support Services & Data Centers leadership, Operations, Product, Engineering, Procurement, and client leadership.
This role is based in Charlotte, NC (preferred), with regular travel to client sites, villages and data center markets.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategy & Solution Design
- Own the near- and long-term technology strategy and roadmap for the Data Centers service line, from construction through steady-state campus operations.
- Define the technology solution and Day 1 package for each new site.
- Lead site technology end to end, covering infrastructure and connectivity, the worker experience (lodging, dining, retail and communications), and operations (facilities, workforce and integrations with client systems).
- Partner with HR and EHS on workforce and safety technology, and track client and market standards so Compass enters every pursuit best in class.
- Build the standard technology package and cost model, and partner with Pricing and Finance so every proposal includes the full cost of technology and infrastructure.
- Represent Compass's technology capabilities to hyperscale, colocation and general contractor clients, including RFP responses and security reviews, and coordinate with Cybersecurity so each site solution meets Compass and client security requirements.
- Select and manage technology and infrastructure partners with Procurement, holding them to performance, cost and contract commitments.
- Define the site IT operating model, hire site IT leaders, and lead technology readiness for new mobilizations on short timelines.
- Establish governance for technology solutions and standards, including the metrics used to measure successful outcomes at each site.
- Track adoption, SLAs and client value at each site, and feed learnings back into the roadmap and future proposals.
- Build and lead a high-performing team, align leaders on shared standards, and report progress and outcomes to senior leadership.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems or a related technical field.
- 12+ years of progressive technology leadership, including 5+ years leading technology strategy, solution design or IT for multi-site field operations.
- Hands-on technical depth across infrastructure, IoT, applications, integrations and cloud, with the ability to design end-to-end solutions and evaluate vendors on their merits.
- Experience standing up technology at remote, temporary or rapidly scaling sites, such as construction, energy, mining, workforce lodging, military or large events.
- Track record translating operational needs into clear requirements and partnering with Product and Engineering to deliver them.
- Experience managing technology vendors, negotiating multi-million-dollar agreements, and building cost models and business cases.
- Strong executive communication, with the ability to explain technical trade-offs to executives, operators and clients.
- Based in or willing to relocate to Charlotte, NC, with regular travel to client sites, villages and data center markets.
- Technology leadership at a hyperscale, colocation or data center operator, general contractor, or workforce lodging operator.
- Experience with satellite, fixed wireless and high-density Wi‑Fi deployments.
- Experience with hospitality, guest and IoT technology, such as point of sale, mobile ordering, access control and utilities monitoring.
- Multi-region delivery experience; advanced technical degree or MBA.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.
Compass Corporate maintains a drug‑free workplace.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Associates At Corporate Are Offered Many Fantastic Benefits.
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Personal Leave
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
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