Ashburn / Sterling / Manassas, VA (On-Site) (Travel up to 75%) About the Role We're looking for a Data Center Operations Manager to lead deployment and infrastructure operations across mission-critical data center environments. You'll oversee field teams, subcontractors, and large-scale infrastructure projects while ensuring safe, high-quality execution across multiple sites. What You'll Do Lead data center deployments, expansions, fit-outs, and infrastructure installation projects Manage rack & stack, structured cabling, fiber, low-voltage, and power infrastructure activities Direct field teams, subcontractors, vendors, and deployment leads Develop workforce plans, resource forecasts, and project staffing strategies Partner with customers and project teams to ensure successful project delivery Drive operational excellence through safety, quality, and performance metrics Manage schedules, budgets, productivity, and project execution Support operations in live mission-critical environments Participate in customer meetings, deployment planning sessions, and operational reviews Build scalable processes, standards, and deployment playbooks Minimum Qualifications 8+ years of experience in data center, telecom, mission-critical, electrical, or infrastructure environments Experience managing field operations, deployments, or construction-related projects Hands-on knowledge of rack & stack, fiber, structured cabling, and low-voltage systems Experience leading field teams, contractors, and vendors across multiple projects Strong understanding of safety programs, quality standards, and operational controls Ability to travel extensively (up to 75%) Preferred Qualifications Experience in hyperscale, colocation, enterprise, or edge data center environments Knowledge of electrical distribution, UPS, commissioning, and critical facility operations Familiarity with
OSHA, NFPA
70E, LOTO, and mission-critical safety practices Experience with Procore, Smartsheet, MS Project, ServiceNow, Jira, or similar tools Strong leadership, workforce planning, and customer-facing experience What Makes You Successful You thrive in fast-paced deployment environments You can balance safety, quality, schedule, and cost simultaneously You lead teams through complex infrastructure projects You build strong relationships with customers, vendors, and internal stakeholders You enjoy solving problems in mission-critical environments
