Essential Infrastructure Manager
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on21028, Glendower Court, Timberbrooke Estates, Ashburn, Loudoun County, Virginia, 20147, United States
About the Team
The Operations team at Digital Realty keeps customers' infrastructure running safely and securely. From overseeing electrical power to cooling and fire suppression systems, the team plays a vital role in ensuring everything in our data centers operates as it should. We embrace a culture of care where every member of Team Digital pursues working safely, safeguarding lives, protecting assets, and securing data as essential pillars of our commitment to excellence.
About the Role
As an Essential Infrastructure Manager, you will provide leadership and management for the day-to-day operations of a large-scale data center mechanical plant. Your mission is to ensure the highest levels of reliability and availability are maintained while developing operating strategies that guarantee the continuous availability of all critical systems. You will foster an environment where diligence to policies and proven processes is quintessential, ensuring that all maintenance is executed in a controlled manner to protect critical loads.
This role is designed for someone who thrives in a high-reliability environment, actively soliciting feedback and identifying opportunities to increase efficiency. You will cultivate relationships with key contacts internally and externally, establishing and enforcing best practices while pursuing innovation to meet the changing needs of our global customers.
A Bit About Us
Digital Realty brings companies and data together by delivering the full spectrum of data center, colocation, and interconnection solutions. Our global platform, PlatformDIGITAL®, provides customers with a secure data meeting place and a proven Pervasive Datacenter Architecture (PDx®) solution methodology for powering innovation. With a footprint of 300+ facilities in 50+ metros across 25+ countries on six continents, we give our customers access to the connected data communities that matter to them.
We offer a supportive and inclusive environment where you can bring your whole self to work. As part of our courageous and passionate team, you will work with people from different business areas, challenge the way we do things, and put your ideas into action. We are committed to providing development opportunities so you can build a rewarding and successful career with us.
Our Culture and Values
Safety isn't just a priority here at Digital; it's critical to everything we do. Together, we are Safely Powering Progress. Our compensation philosophy is centered on rewarding employees for achieving values and objectives aligned with the company's overall goals, offering a highly competitive package that recognizes your contributions.
Join Us
Apply today to take charge of your career and grow your talents with us. We invite you to join a team that is ready to understand and meet the evolving needs of our global customers.
Work location
Work model: On-site
21028, Glendower Court, Timberbrooke Estates, Ashburn, Loudoun County, Virginia, 20147, United States
Ashburn, Virginia
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleSchedule and coordinate planned and emergency maintenance activities
- check_circleDevelop operating strategies to ensure continuous availability of critical systems
- check_circleCoordinate and inspect services performed by outsourced vendors
- check_circleManage costs and budgets associated with the Essential Infrastructure Department
- check_circleEstablish and enforce best practices and standards for facility operations
- check_circleCreate and update preventative and predictive maintenance programs for essential equipment
- check_circleLead day-to-day operations of large-scale data center mechanical plants
- check_circleIdentify and pursue opportunities for operational innovation
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or a two-year Technical Degree
- verified5 years of facility management or facility engineering in a high reliability Data Center environment
- verifiedExpertise in Microsoft Office suite applications, preferably Microsoft Project, Visio or AutoCad
- verifiedStrong written and verbal command of the English language
Nice to Have
Two-year Technical Degree. Experience with Microsoft Project, Visio, or AutoCad.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Visio, Autocad, Building Automation Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Facility Management, Facility Engineering, Data Center, Fire Protection.
Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering (preferred); Two-year Technical Degree (preferred).
Frequently asked questions about Essential Infrastructure Manager at Digital Realty
What does a Essential Infrastructure Manager at Digital Realty do?expand_more
In this Essential Infrastructure Manager at Digital Realty role, you will schedule and coordinate planned and emergency maintenance activities; develop operating strategies to ensure continuous availability of critical systems; coordinate and inspect services performed by outsourced vendors; and manage costs and budgets associated with the essential infrastructure department.
What are the requirements for this Essential Infrastructure Manager role?expand_more
To qualify for the Essential Infrastructure Manager at Digital Realty position, applicants should have: Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or a two-year Technical Degree; 5 years of facility management or facility engineering in a high reliability Data Center environment; Expertise in Microsoft Office suite applications, preferably Microsoft Project, Visio or AutoCad; and Strong written and verbal command of the English language.
Where is the Essential Infrastructure Manager role at Digital Realty located?expand_more
Essential Infrastructure Manager at Digital Realty is based in 21028, Glendower Court, Timberbrooke Estates, Ashburn, Loudoun County, Virginia, 20147, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Digital Realty has listed this Essential Infrastructure Manager role as on-site.
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Essential Infrastructure Manager at Digital Realty typically requires 5+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.
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Key skills for Essential Infrastructure Manager at Digital Realty include Microsoft Office; Microsoft Project; Visio; Autocad; Building Automation Systems; Mechanical Engineering; Facility Management; and Facility Engineering.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering (preferred); and Two-year Technical Degree (preferred).
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Essential Infrastructure Manager at Digital Realty is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.
About Digital Realty
Digital Realty operates within the IT Services and IT Consulting sector, specializing in comprehensive data center, colocation, and interconnection solutions. Headquartered in Austin, TX, the firm connects organizations with the digital infrastructure they require to thrive. Its core offering, the PlatformDIGITAL global data center platform, functions as a secure environment where data and enterprises converge. This ecosystem facilitates the creation of connected data communities tailored to specific client needs.
The company maintains an extensive operational footprint, managing more than 300 facilities across over 50 metropolitan areas. These locations span more than 30 countries on six continents, providing a truly global reach for its customer base. By leveraging this widespread network, Digital Realty supports businesses in establishing reliable and secure connections without the need to build their own physical infrastructure. The organization focuses on enabling efficient data exchange and storage through its established platform, serving a diverse range of clients who depend on robust IT services for their operations.
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