Operations Director, Site Deployment

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Data Center Transition and Deployment Operations Director

Position Summary

Direct enterprise-wide data center transition and deployment operations, providing strategic leadership for data center transitions and deployments while driving organizational capabilities and operational transformation across multiple markets and regions.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Program Leadership Develop and execute comprehensive data center transition and deployment strategies aligned with business growth objectives and market expansion plans. Oversee portfolio-wide deployment programs including greenfield, brownfield and existing facility transition while ensuring alignment with corporate strategy and financial targets.

Organizational Development and Management Lead multiple transition and deployment teams across geographic regions, managing directors, project managers, and specialized technical resources. Build organizational capabilities through collaboration with others while establishing performance standards and accountability frameworks for complex infrastructure programs.

Client and Stakeholder Relations Serve as executive sponsor for enterprise client transitions and strategic deployment initiatives. Interface with client leadership teams and key stakeholders to ensure program success while managing expectations, resolving escalated issues, and maintaining strategic relationships throughout complex transition processes.

Risk and Governance Framework Establish enterprise-level risk management frameworks and governance structures for transition and deployment activities. Implement quality assurance programs, compliance monitoring, and audit processes while ensuring adherence to industry regulations, security standards, and corporate policies across all deployment operations.

Innovation and Process Excellence Drive innovation in deployment methodologies, automation technologies, and operational processes to enhance efficiency, reduce risk, and improve client experience. Champion digital transformation initiatives including IoT integration, predictive analytics, and automated deployment tools while establishing industry best practices and competitive differentiation.

Required Qualifications

Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field. 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in data center operations, infrastructure deployment, or large-scale technology transformation with demonstrated success managing large, complex deployments.

Strategic Leadership Capabilities Experience leading organizational change management, building high-performance teams, and driving operational excellence in mission-critical environments with complex stakeholder ecosystems.

Industry Expertise Deep knowledge of data center technologies, deployment methodologies, and industry trends including edge computing, sustainability initiatives, and regulatory requirements. Established network of industry relationships and thought leadership experience through speaking engagements, publications, or professional associations.

This role provides the opportunity to shape the future of data center deployment operations while building world-class capabilities that drive business growth, client success, and industry leadership in mission-critical infrastructure services.

 

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Estimated compensation for this position:

139,400.00 – 139,400.00 USD per year

This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location:

Remote –Atlanta, GA, Charlotte, NC, Chicago, IL, Dallas, TX

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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