Senior Manager, Data Center Construction

Senior Manager, Data Center Construction Job Description

The Data Center Infrastructure Construction team at Oracle Cloud Infrastructure is a dynamic group of professionals dedicated to delivering state‑of‑the‑art data center facilities at scale and s team comprises experienced project managers, commissioning experts, and construction specialists who work collaboratively to ensure the successful execution of complex data center construction projects. They bring a wealth of expertise in project management, technical design, and on‑site construction, ensuring that our data centers meet the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and sustainability.

By staying ahead of industry trends and incorporating innovative technologies, this team plays a crucial role in supporting Oracle Cloud Infrastructure’s data needs and driving our growth and success.

• Focus on the base building and MEP infrastructure portions of the project, coordinating with the DCIB teams executing tenant fit‑out data hall white space projects.
• Lead and manage the construction of data centers by colocation providers, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, coordinating with colocation providers to ensure timely delivery of milestones.
• Analyze projects independently to evaluate risk profiles associated with delivery, address gaps in risk identification and mitigation, and inform the business of potential impacts.
• Work closely with design, construction, and commissioning to fully coordinate and integrate tenant fit‑out projects with DCIB teams.
• Implement and oversee quality control processes to ensure all construction activities meet design specifications and industry standards.
• Collaborate with design teams to ensure construction activities align with approved design plans and specifications.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between the company and colocation providers, facilitating clear and effective communication.
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
• Ensure all construction activities comply with relevant regulations, codes, and standards.
• Provide ongoing colocation provider evaluation input for continuous improvement.
• Conduct regular project visits throughout the life of the project to ensure schedule, coordination, and quality.

• Heavy knowledge of base building data center construction – civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, controls, and plumbing.
• Project management for startup and commissioning phases of major data center projects.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities to address complex challenges in a fast‑paced construction environment.
• Expertise in strategic planning, long‑term strategy development, and program‑level requirements for construction projects.
• Deep understanding of data center design, construction, and operational requirements, with a focus on cutting‑edge technologies and sustainability.
• Proven expertise in managing large‑scale data center construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely and within‑budget delivery.
• Leadership skills: ability to lead under pressure, mentor, and inspire diverse teams.
• Budget management proficiency, creating and optimizing project budgets.
• Risk management:
  
  skill in identifying and mitigating potential risks.
• Vendor management experience: selecting, negotiating, and managing external vendors, contractors, and suppliers.
• Regulatory compliance knowledge – relevant regulations, industry standards, and organizational policies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for stakeholder engagement and project updates.

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in construction project management, focusing on data center or colocation infrastructure for a general contractor, colocation provider, or hyperscaler.
• Proven track record of successfully managing large‑scale construction projects.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, quality control, and design coordination.
• Excellent…