Data Center Implementation Manager

Data Center Implementation Manager

Prime Data Centers develops, acquires, and operates data centers for some of the world's largest enterprises. A private firm owned by a group controlling $6 billion in assets, with a 15-year tenure in technology and real estate development, Prime provides customers with ownership options and dynamic leasing models, defining a true corporate partnership.

Location : Hybrid; Dallas, TX

Reports To : VP, Solution Engineering

Travel : Up to 60%

As a Data Center Implementation Manager, you will collaborate directly with hyperscale data center customers to understand their unique requirements for planning, designing, and laying out data center equipment and fit-outs. Acting as a liaison between customers and internal teamsincluding Construction, Engineering, Procurement, Solutions Engineering, and Salesyou will ensure customer needs are clearly defined and seamlessly integrated into project plans. Leveraging your expertise in spatial planning, engineering principles, and data center infrastructure systemssuch as electrical, mechanical, cabling, and networkingyou will optimize layouts for efficiency, scalability, and reliability. This role focuses on the critical planning and design stages of data center deployments, ensuring that fit-out solutions align with customer expectations, project timelines, and budgets while delivering exceptional results.

Responsibilities

• Partner with hyperscale customers to gather and understand their specific requirements for data center planning and equipment layout.
• Conduct detailed reviews of customer-provided designs, data center deployment plans, scopes of work (SOW), and specifications to ensure accuracy and feasibility.
• Develop optimized layouts for data center equipment, ensuring alignment with customer goals and operational standards.
• Leverage knowledge of spatial planning and infrastructure systems (electrical distribution, mechanical systems, cabling, and networking) to create designs that prioritize efficiency and scalability.
• Collaborate with internal teamsincluding Construction, Engineering, Procurement, and Solutions Engineeringto ensure alignment on project goals and timelines.
• Manage RFP processes for contractor selection, evaluate bids, and recommend vendors that deliver high-quality execution at competitive pricing.
• Manage, direct, and coordinate the activities of internal or contracted personnel or third parties who are providing services or performing on-site installations.
• Track project milestones and deliverables, proactively identifying and mitigating potential delays or bottlenecks.
• Ensure all equipment fit-outs and installations meet Prime Data Centers' quality, budgetary, and timeline standards.
• Provide regular updates to customers and internal stakeholders on project progress, milestones, and any adjustments to timelines or budgets.
• Document and report on project costs, comparing actual expenditures to budget estimates.
• Ensure all designs and project plans comply with relevant regulations, industry standards, and Prime Data Centers' internal guidelines.

Qualifications

Benefits

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. Prime is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are considered for employment without attention to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, protected veteran or military status, disability status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.