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Head of Capital Replacements

Head of Capital Replacements

Digital Realty • Chicago, IL, United States
30+ days ago
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Position Title : Head of Capital Replacements

Location : Ashburn, VA; Dallas, TX; NYC, NY; Chicago, IL

Your role As the Program Manager responsible for End of Life (EOL) you will lead a global, multi-year program managing the lifecycle transition and retirement of critical data center infrastructure. This role will oversee one of the most strategically important capital programs in the organization, requiring exceptional leadership, financial discipline, and the ability to align multiple global stakeholders. The successful candidate will combine deep program management expertise with strong finance and construction knowledge. They will bring an executive presence capable of influencing senior leadership while ensuring flawless execution of a complex, multi-region program that spans design, construction, operations, finance, and supply chain.

What You’ll Do

  • Global Program Leadership – Drive the planning and execution of the data center End of Life program, ensuring alignment with business strategy, capacity requirements, and operational continuity.
  • Cross-Functional Stakeholder Management – Partner with executives and senior leaders across design, engineering, construction, operations, finance, and supply chain to deliver results with clarity and accountability.
  • Capital Program Oversight – Lead a large-scale capex program, ensuring disciplined financial forecasting, governance, and capital deployment across multiple regions.
  • Risk & Compliance Management – Anticipate and mitigate risks related to supply chain, construction timelines, operations continuity, and regulatory compliance.
  • Governance & Reporting – Establish and lead governance structures, KPIs, and reporting frameworks to keep executive leadership informed on progress, risks, and outcomes.
  • Operational Excellence – Ensure EOL programs are executed with minimal business disruption while maintaining a strong focus on safety, compliance, and efficiency.
  • Innovation & Continuous Improvement – Identify opportunities to optimize program delivery models, streamline procurement and vendor management, and improve global lifecycle management processes.

What You’ll Need

  • Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MBA, MS in Engineering, Finance, or related field) preferred.
  • 10+ years of progressive program management experience in data centers, construction, infrastructure, or related fields.
  • Proven experience leading complex, global capital programs.
  • Strong background in finance, construction, or engineering, with ability to balance technical, operational, and financial requirements.
  • Demonstrated success working within large, matrixed, and global organizations.
  • Exceptional executive presence with the ability to influence and align stakeholders at the highest levels.
  • Strong financial acumen, with expertise in capital planning, forecasting, and governance.
  • Deep understanding of supply chain dynamics and lifecycle management in a global context.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
  • Ability to manage risk and deliver results in fast-paced, high-growth environments.
  • A Bit About Us

    Digital Realty brings companies and data together by delivering the full spectrum of data center, colocation and interconnection solutions. PlatformDIGITAL, the company’s global data center platform, provides customers with a secure data meeting place and a proven Pervasive Datacenter Architecture (PDx) solution methodology for powering innovation and efficiently managing Data Gravity challenges. Digital Realty gives its customers access to the connected data communities that matter to them with a global data center footprint of 300+ facilities in 50+ metros across 28 countries on six continents.

    To learn more about Digital Realty, please visit digitalrealty.com or follow us on and X .

    A Bit About Our Digital Team

    IT

    Our IT team is at the heart of our business. We develop infrastructures, design and build networks, support servers and provide the first line of support by delivering rich connectivity for our customers. With new data centers coming online all the time, it’s a rapidly changing technical environment so our team is always ready to innovate and take the lead on projects. We constantly develop, deploy and support vital networks and data services that drive business performance and improve life for customers around the globe.

    What We Can Offer You

    Our rapidly evolving business sector offers the opportunity to be part of a courageous and passionate team who work together to understand and meet the changing needs of our global customers.

    Join us and you’ll be part of a supportive and inclusive environment where you can bring your whole self to work. As part of our team, you’ll get to work with people from different business areas, challenge the way we do things and put your ideas into action. We’ll also give you plenty of development opportunities so you can build a rewarding and successful career with us.

    Our Compensation Philosophy

    Digital Realty offers its employees a highly competitive compensation package, excellent benefits, and an environment that recognizes and rewards your contributions. Central to our compensation philosophy is rewarding our employees for achieving the values and objectives aligned to the company's overall goals and values.

    Our published pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and geographical location. Individual pay is based on additional factors including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and / or training. Moreover, an employee’s total compensation package varies by role and may include salary, cash bonus or commissions, and equity awards not quantified below.

    Compensation range : $190,000 - $230,000. This compensation range represents the Company’s good faith belief as to what it will pay as a base salary / hourly rate for this position at the time of this posting.

    Staying Safe

    Safety isn't just a priority here at Digital; it's critical to everything we do. Safeguarding lives, protecting assets, and securing data aren't just ideals - they're essential pillars of our commitment to excellence for our people, our partners and our customers. We have a culture of care where every member of Team Digital embraces a relentless pursuit of working safely across Digital Realty. Together we are Safely Powering Progress.

    Notes

    The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

    Digital Realty is an equal opportunity employer, EOE / AA / M / F / Vets / Disabled.All applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or other status protected by law or Company policy.

    Digital Realty is a publicly traded company (NYSE : DLR) with investment grade ratings from all three major ratings agencies.

    Please do not forward unsolicited resumes to any employee of Digital Realty and its subsidiaries. Digital Realty is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited referrals.

    Responsibilities

  • Direct the capital replacements program strategy, overseeing multi-discipline teams to execute the transition and retirement of data center assets.
  • Partner with key stakeholders including Engineering, Construction, and Regional Operations teams to develop and implement the program.
  • Manage the program's budget, timeline, and resources, ensuring projects are completed successfully.
  • Conduct regular reviews to assess progress, identify risks, and drive mitigation actions.
  • Coordinate with external vendors and suppliers to deliver program objectives.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and emerging technologies, identifying opportunities to enhance the program.
  • Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 10+ years of experience in data center operations, construction, or related fields.
  • Demonstrated leadership managing complex, multi-year capital programs.
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to coordinate diverse teams.
  • Budget management expertise and a results-driven approach.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
  • Seniority level

    Seniority level

    Executive

    Employment type

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    Full-time

    Job function

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    Industries

    IT Services and IT Consulting

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