Director, Data Center Site Operations (Campus Lead)

INFO SALARY

$175000 - $275000 LOCATION Dallas

JOB TYPE

Permanent Director of Data Center Site Operations (Campus Lead)

Location:

Dallas, TX - Remote Full-Time |

Onsite Salary:

up to $275,000 + equity + bonus Overview We are seeking a Director of Data Center Site Operations (Campus Lead) to oversee all aspects of operations for a large-scale data center campus. This senior leadership role will be responsible for site-wide performance, uptime, and operational strategy , while leading multiple teams across engineering, facilities, and operations. Responsibilities Lead end-to-end operations for a multi-building data center campus Ensure 99.999% uptime and world-class reliability performance Oversee site leadership team (managers across operations, critical facilities, and engineering) Drive incident management, root cause analysis (RCA), and continuous improvement programs Own site-level operating metrics, SLAs, and reporting Manage relationships with key vendors, utility providers, and partner organizations Partner with global operations, construction, and engineering teams on capacity expansion and upgrades Establish and enforce operational standards, safety protocols, and compliance frameworks Lead workforce planning, hiring, and leadership development initiatives Required Skills 10-15+ years in data center, critical facilities, or mission-critical operations Proven experience leading large-scale sites or multi-site environments Deep expertise in electrical and mechanical infrastructure (UPS, generators, switchgear, HVAC/chilled water systems) Strong track record of operational excellence, uptime management, and SLA ownership Experience managing layered leadership teams (managers + individual contributors) Familiarity with capacity planning, infrastructure lifecycle management, and expansion projects Strong understanding of regulatory, safety, and compliance standards (OSHA, NFPA, NEC) Executive-level communication and stakeholder management skills Preferred Qualifications Experience in hyperscale, cloud, or large colocation environments Background in Lean, Six Sigma, or operational excellence methodologies Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or related field (or equivalent experience) Requirements Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (no sponsorship available) CONTACT Stephanie Landa Principal Recruitment Consultant