Project Manager

Salute is a leading provider of cutting-edge Data Center Infrastructure Services, dedicated to serving data center clients worldwide. We pride ourselves on delivering sustainable solutions, unparalleled reliability, and outstanding customer service. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Project Manager to join our team and drive our relationships with hyperscale clients to new heights.

Project Manager:

The Project Manager is accountable for managing moderate size and complexity strategic account project orders (customer, affiliate, recall, etc.), from start to finish, so that it is completed on time and within budget. The Project Manager role is instrumental in mobilizing, managing, and reporting on service deployments for key strategic customers.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure all customer safety policies and requirements are met at any onsite project locations.
• Takes ownership for validating the project’s statement of work and contract terms with the customer, including both technical and commercial elements, becomes lead contact for customer for balance of project order. (Project Initiation). This is for new orders, to include:
  • Warranty Work
  • Modernization
  • Solution – Design Efforts
  • Integrator Coordination
  • Commissioning Activities
  • Maintenance Management
  • Spare Parts & Logistics
• Develops a project schedule and communicates with the customer to ensure expectations are being met. Direct engagement with internal manufacturing facilities and third-party vendors. (Project Planning).
• Monitor the execution of the customer’s project order, verifying execution of the project through kick-off meetings, communication to all parties and exchange of technical requirements and project plan information. Coordination of all customer’s onsite activities including subcontracting. (Project Execution)
• Lead the monitor and control of the performance of the customer’s project through its lifecycle. Key activities include task completion verification, project team monitoring, managing the exchange of project updates across the project team members, schedule reporting, issue resolution, and contract administration. (Monitor and Control Project Work)
• Lead the closeout of the customer’s project to include financial reconciliation, verification of job site equipment arrival, installation, start-up, and training support completion through review of internal system information, contact with the customer, and coordination with support services such as field services, after- shipment support, and training functions. (Project Close)
• Solves problems with customer interaction that results in positive feedback and improved relationship.
• Utilizes a base knowledge of customer’s products and their use and demonstrates an understanding of the fundamental knowledge, processes and terminology needed for effective project management.
• Ensure each project is executed to meet or exceed the customer’s requirements while also ensuring the project is executed within the financial boundaries of cost and margin.
• Communicate project risk (technical & financial) and mitigation plans once an issue is identified. Accurately predict the financial performance for revenue recognition to SLM to include original forecast, change orders and for cost forecasts based on incurred costs, and estimate to complete
• Utilize and offer improvements to the Project execution teams standard process, documentation, and tools.

Professional Experience / Qualifications:

• At least 3-4 years of project team lead or project manager experience involving electrical power distribution equipment and application in a datacenter environment (switchgear, ups, building systems, etc.).
• Understanding of subcontractor management, project financials, and risk mitigation
• Technical knowledge of building/IT infrastructure systems, including but not limited to; medium voltage switchgear, diesel generators, UPS systems, power distribution equipment, fire / security, cooling, heating
• Strong practical knowledge of data center infrastructure systems to include ability to understand and review one-lines and three-line drawings.
• Technical understanding and communication to peers/management and client POCs
• Experience leading and developing a project team to achieve improved results

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry heavy equipment, up to 40lbs.
• Ability to climb ladders and multiple flights of stairs to access elevated equipment
• Ability to stand for long periods of time in various work environments
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and reach for equipment related tasks
• Basic physical fitness to respond quickly to emergency situations and navigate areas quickly
• Ability to move quickly and efficiently withing various work environments to troubleshoot issues or respond to emergencies.
• Good hand-eye coordination and dexterity for working with small components and connectors
• Clear vision, with or without correction, to perform tasks requiring attention to detail and precision while wearing safety glasses
• Ability to differentiate between color-coded warning signs, labels, and cables
• Ability to work in environments with a wide variety temperature inside a facility
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions, including extreme temperatures, rain, or snow
• Capability to work in environments with elevated noise levels while wearing hearing protection
• Possession of a valid driver’s license for work-related travel, as required

If you are a motivated and results-driven individual with a passion for data center services and a knack for building strong client relationships, we want to hear from you. Join us in revolutionizing the data center industry and apply today!

Salute is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.