Site Leader - Ashburn, VA

We design, manufacture, and service mission‑critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial environments.

ROLE SUMMARY

• Provide jobsite construction and technical leadership for large projects.
• Maintain knowledge of critical infrastructure equipment in data centers, including Vertiv‑manufactured equipment.
• Lead a multi‑disciplinary on‑site team consisting of Project Leaders, Installers, Technicians, Customer Engineers, and subcontractors.
• Represent Vertiv at daily customer meetings and communicate technical requirements to coordinate activity with other parties on‑site.
• Lead and support start‑up and site testing activities for assigned projects:
  • Ensure sufficient manpower on‑site each day to perform start‑up and site testing work.
  • Assist during start‑up and site testing as necessary, depending upon manpower availability and site location.
  • Provide daily status reports to Service Management, Project Management, and sales representatives.

• Stay current on Vertiv equipment start‑up and commissioning processes, procedures, and tools of the trade.
• Maintain knowledge of Safety Bulletins, Safety Field Change Notices, Field Change Notices, and Service Tips.

• Lead daily Vertiv toolbox talk, pre‑job safety walk, and inspection; drive corrective/preventive actions timely.
• Adhere to and administer all site and Vertiv Safety policies on job sites.
• Operate in a safe manner according to published safety guidelines.
• Wear appropriate PPE as per company guidelines for job duties.
• Follow work hours policy guidelines – “14 hours rule.”
• Report all work‑related accidents or injuries within 24 hours to the appropriate personnel.
• Act as a role model for safety by setting a positive example.
• Use STOP WORK Authority, Good Catch engagement, and timely closure of necessary corrective/preventive actions.

• Ensure adherence to Vertiv Warranty process with the Project Manager.
• Provide accurate and timely reporting per guidelines (timecards, expense reports, mileage reports, SR/task closure, forms, etc.).
• Support the Project Manager with obtaining technical data for project systems.
• Maintain company property (credit cards, PPE, test equipment, laptop, smartphone, etc.) per company policies.

• Communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
• Align daily customer expectations with Vertiv activity; clarify or re‑align when needed.
• Maintain customer satisfaction rates per company guidelines.

• Make decisions based on Safety, Quality, Timeliness, Cost, Productivity in order of importance.
• Capable of making timely technical and commercial decisions under pressure.
• Maintain productive utilization rate per company guidelines.
• Adhere to dress code and safety regulations.
• Follow startup/escalation processes and procedures.
• Lead by example and conduct oneself in alignment with Vertiv Behaviors.
• Communicate across all levels within the organization.
• Handle stressful situations and provide a calming effect to customers.
• Demonstrate high diplomacy in interactions with internal and external customers.

• Experience:
  • ASEET or ASMET preferred.
  • Equivalent industry experience, specifically leading and actively participating in start‑up and commissioning of power and/or HVAC equipment.
  • Six years military experience in a related field.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in industrial construction management.
• Interpersonal
  
  Skills:
  • Vertiv Behavior practitioner.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Independent operator.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Able to build and maintain trusting customer relationships.
  • Collaborative and cooperative in high‑stress environments.
  • Able to communicate at all levels with executive presence.
  • Able to respond quickly to changing customer priorities.
• Read and interpret electrical one‑line diagrams and blueprints.
• Meet higher standards of conduct, including up‑to‑date product certifications and consistent performance ratings.
• Technical skills:
  • Immediate site evaluation abilities (environmental…