Project Manager, NA

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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.

Business Operations Department

As a part of the Vantage Operations team, the Business Operations department is responsible for ensuring standards for operation performance, maintaining customer leases, producing monthly customer electricity bills, generating regular reports, and supporting Operational Effectiveness. The Business Operations department also works closely with all Vantage departments to ensure customer success from the construction process through daily operations and delivery activities.

The Business Operations Program Management team (OPM), a subset of the larger Business Operations Team, provides centralized management and support for all business operations-related programs. The OPM delivers high-impact initiatives that support standardization, reduce risk, and bolster scalability. Operating with a continuous improvement mindset, the team focuses on building processes and supporting impactful outcomes. The OPM's scope encompasses all business operations programs across the organization, with a targeted focus on North America Operations while emphasizing global operational alignment. Key areas of focus for OPM programs include risk reduction, process improvement, operational efficiency, cost reduction, staffing methodologies, implementation strategy, and other strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing business operations.

Position Overview

This role can be based in any of these US locations: Ashburn, VA, Atlanta, GA, Denver, CO, Phoenix, AZ or Santa Clara, CA in alignment with our flexible work policy. (3 days on site required, 2 days flexible).

The Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and finalizing projects within the OPM! This role involves coordinating with various stakeholders to ensure that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. The Project Manager will work closely with the Manager of Program Management to align project objectives with organizational goals and drive continuous improvement in project management practices!

Essential Job Functions

Project Planning and Execution:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, benefits, KPIs, and results.

• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.

• Run project execution to ensure compliance to the project plan.

• Maintain alignment of project benefits with overall program and portfolio level strategy.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Work closely with the Program Manager and other partners to understand project requirements and objectives.

• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration between project team members and other departments.

• Engage with key stakeholders to ensure their needs and expectations are met.

• Support Program Manager with data, reporting, and slide creation for executive level presentations.

Risk and Issue Management:

• Identify and manage project risks, assumptions, issues, dependencies, and decisions.

• Develop and implement mitigation strategies to address potential project challenges.

• Raise critical issues to the Program Manager as needed.

Quality Assurance:

• Implement quality control measures to ensure the accuracy and consistency of project results.

• Coordinate the review and approval of project documentation and reports to ensure adherence to the organization's standards.

• Conduct quality audits and reviews to ensure all aspects of the project align with operational maturity.

Resource Management:

• Lead the allocation of resources within the project team to ensure optimal and realistic utilization.

• Coordinate with external vendors and contractors as needed for specialized project tasks.

• Monitor project budget and financial performance.

Process Improvement:

• Continuously evaluate and improve project management processes, tools, and templates.

• Stay updated with industry standard processes and incorporate them into the project management strategy.

• Drive initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Additional Duties:

• Handle additional duties as assigned by Management.

Job Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Information Technology, a related field or relevant technical experience.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, preferably in a business operations or program management environment.

Skills:

• Proven experience running large-scale and cross functional projects.

• Strong leadership and team management skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency in project management tools and software, with experience in Smartsheet preferred.

• Strong organizational and project management skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

• Attention to detail and a commitment to quality.

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.

Additional Details

• Salary Range $125,000 - $135,000 + Bonus (this range is based on Colorado market data and may vary in other locations)

• This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits

• Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown

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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.

Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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