Foreman - Data Center
Direct Line is a high growth global technology services company with primary focus in providing design, integration, installation, maintenance and managed services to well-known data center operators and technology companies. Direct Line deploys decades of experience and knowledge through key partnerships with hyperscale technology companies and multi-tenant data center operators that give its clients a competitive marketplace advantage. Direct Line is committed to continually improving our industry through certified training of cutting-edge technicians that deliver superior results with a passion for detail. Direct Line is headquartered in Fremont, California with additional locations in Virginia, Tennessee, North Carolina, New Mexico, the Pacific Northwest, Asia-Pacific and Europe.
The Foreman will be a key member in our operations team and will support the delivery of all the various network infrastructure and cabling projects within a particular site. This position will require the individual to have development, management, customer engagement, operational and overall leadership skills.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Report directly to the onsite Project Manager
- Work in conjunction with the Project Manager's schedule, directives, and request.
- Capture updates from Leads and submit to Project Manager weekly
- Attend weekly sync with Project Manager
- Oversee scheduled milestones and productivity adherence
- Oversee site safety conditions
- Coordinate with Field Engineers and other trade contractors for execution of work
- Manage and control labor on assigned projects
- Survey completed work with QAQC Specialist before walking with Field Engineer
- Oversee quality of work is aligned with customer standards
- Understand leads strengths and weaknesses
- Recommend applicable training for Leads to enhance and embrace their roles
- Ensure their Leads are following all customer rules, guidelines, and processes
- Validate project data and track quality, efficiency, and delivery
- Validates all material required to complete the build project
- May be requested to attend customer design and build review meetings
- Supports both new deployment and live site / production requests
- Support team to engage with new technology, manufacturers, software with help of project management.
- Ensure safety standards / certifications are met during and after the completion of install
Qualifications
Must have prior experience five (5) plus years preferred) in the installation of standard cabling technologies, rack infrastructure and in managing large scale build projectsMust be capable of leading multiple crewsAbility to prioritize and manage time effectivelyAbility to forecast manpower and labor unitsCompetency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word and Project)Document Lesson's Learned from each projectDocumented leadership skillsClear and concise written and oral communicationsMust document and maintain the build and team's applicable paperworkMust know how to read / understand drawings / blueprints and portmapsCapable of running midsize to large projectsAbility to multitask in a high pace work environmentUnderstanding of infrastructure builds and componentsUnderstanding of both copper and fiber installs, terminations, certifications and troubleshootingCertified cabling test technician ("CFTT") and certified fiber installer ("CFI") or Equivalent as appropriate (BICSI or FOA -fiber optic association)Must have an understanding and exceptional customer service skillUnderstand local region install standards and codeDocumented discovered, developed strengths and personal growth in team membersClear understanding of job safety requirements and point of contacts.Physical Requirements
Primarily walking, standing, and bending for extended periods with some sitting.Ability to communicate effectively with verbal, written, visual and listening skills.Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate any required equipment as well as to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other technical instruments.Able to lift and carry heavy equipment, up to 50 pounds.Ability to pull cables.Ability to climb ladders and work on raised platforms.