Project Coordinator, NA

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.

Energy Department

In this newly created department, the Energy Department is dedicated to managing and optimizing the energy resources required to power our data centers while promoting sustainability and efficiency. The Energy department plays a critical role in ensuring our operations are environmentally responsible, cost-effective, and resilient to energy market fluctuations. The team focuses on energy procurement, renewable energy integration, and the implementation of advanced energy management practices.

Position Overview

This role is fully remote in the US, travel is required.

Vantage is seeking a highly motivated, diligent, and hands-on Power Project Coordinator to manage the detailed planning, reporting, and support of our North America power initiatives. This role is critical in ensuring the successful development and execution of complex power projects that drive innovation in power delivery within our data centers. The Power Project Coordinator will collaborate with internal and external teams to ensure timely and efficient project completion, making a significant impact on our North America operations.

This person will be responsible for constant coordination with Market Development, Power Planning, New Site Development, Design, Construction, Operations, Sales, Solutions Engineering, Marketing, subject matter experts and the wider Executive Team (specifically with regards to strategic elements). The Power Project Coordinator will be required to keep pace with Vantage's strategic land acquisition and leasing goals, including enhancing Vantage's product and service offering wherever possible.

Essential Job Functions

Project Planning and Scheduling:

• Assist with project schedules, scopes of work, and budgets for onsite power solutions.

• Implement tools and processes to support the effective management and reporting of complex power projects.

• Create and distribute project updates, meeting minutes, and leadership reports to keep all stakeholders informed.

Project Coordination and Management:

• Coordinate and schedule project meetings focused on the design and delivery of utility powered solutions.

• Coordinate with internal teams, including engineering, construction, development, and sales, to ensure alignment and clear communication on project progress.

• Handle vendor coordination, ensuring that they meet project timelines and deliverables.

• Coordinate with internal teams on project budgets and have a clear understanding of the budget applications Procore and Yardi.

Vendor and Stakeholder Management:

• Facilitate vendor onboarding, project work authorizations, purchase orders, change orders and track vendor contracts.

• Manage relationships involving high voltage EPC vendors, ensuring they deliver high-quality results in a timely manner.

• Initiate and participate in project meetings to discuss progress, address challenges, and drive vendor performance.

• Challenge vendors and internal teams to achieve the seemingly impossible by supporting the innovation of power delivery.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely with internal engineering and construction teams, as well as external vendors, to ensure the rapid execution of onsite power solutions.

• Coordinate the flow of information between all stakeholders, ensuring that project updates and results are communicated effectively.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including schedules, budgets, and status reports.

• Provide regular updates to internal leadership on project progress, risks, and opportunities for improvement.

Additional Duties:

• Handle additional duties as assigned by Management.

Skills, Knowledge, and

Experience:

• Bachelor of Business, Engineering, Project Management or related education or equivalent experience required.

• Knowledge of electrical systems, design, construction, and utility infrastructure.

Experience:

• 2-5 years of experience in high voltage utility space, engineering, or data centers.

• Utility infrastructure and Data Center experience is strongly preferred but not required.

• Strong experience with engineering, engineering documents and process.

• PMP certification a plus.

Skills:

• Strong organizational and project management skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft 365, Procore, SharePoint, and experience with managing external vendors.

• Skilled at leading meetings, results, reporting updates, and budgets.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• Problem-solving mindset…