Head of Data Center Operations
About the Company
Private Equity-backed data center developer.
Industry
Accounting
Type
Privately Held
About the Role
The Company is in search of a Head of Data Center Operations to spearhead the operational strategy and performance of its multi-campus data center portfolio. The successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of data center operations, from site commissioning to steady-state operations, maintenance, and reliability, with a strong focus on safety, uptime, efficiency, and sustainability. This executive role demands a leader who can build and scale a high-performing operations organization, ensuring operational consistency and best practices across all sites. Collaboration with internal stakeholders and external partners is key, as is the ability to represent the company with clients and the Board. Applicants must have a minimum of 15 years' experience in data center operations management, with a proven track record of leading teams and overseeing significant data center capacity. The role requires a strategic, hands-on leader with a data-driven approach, capable of quantifying and tracking performance metrics to guide decision-making. The Head of Operations will also be the primary customer interface for operational communications and updates, and must have the executive presence to engage with C-Suite executives and present to Boards of Directors. A graduate degree, such as an MBA, is essential, as is experience in data center development and construction.
Travel Percent
Less than 10%
Functions
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