Senior Manager, Project Delivery

6 months ago


Sydney, Australia Vantage Data Centers Full time

About Vantage Data Centers


Vantage is committed to being a workplace of inclusion, equity, respect and acceptance. We celebrate diversity and intentionally seek out opportunities to learn from one another’s experience.

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Construction Department

The Construction team is responsible for the management of delivering data centers from conception through commissioning, working with Sales, Operations, Development, and Engineering along the way. Construction also works closely with partner contractors to come up with a vertically integrated design and manages these partners to deliver the projects on schedule and budget. Many times, a role like this at other companies is purely oversight. One thing that distinguishes Vantage Data Centers is that our technical staff is given the responsibility and authority to directly drive the process. When compared to external resources, our internal team can align long-term operational sustainability with value engineering and cost metrics to deliver products aligned with corporate goals. This approach empowers each member of the team to drive high- impact decisions and even more impactful results.

Position Overview

Vantage is looking for a driven Senior Manager, Project Delivery to facilitate the successful completion of Vantage construction projects on time and within budget under the guidance of the Director, Project Delivery.

The role will be responsible for overseeing the overall Delivery of construction and Capital expenditure works that are undertaken on the MEL1 Campus Expansion.

Collaboration and integration in the construction lifecycle process is integral to the role. Coordination and translation of requirements from Vantage’s internal subject matter experts ensures long term operational sustainability is preserved while driving towards optimized construction delivery. The Senior Manager, Project Delivery will manage the project delivery, along with external delivery parties (i.e., external PM’s, Quantity Surveyor, Architect and Engineers and consultants as required).

Essential Job Functions

Lead the delivery of project activities including utility interfacing, budgets, schedules, procurement strategies and ECI interface. Act as a leader with vision and drive coordination and integration of internal partners within the project. Act as a safety leader while empowering a culture of safety, security and compliance in all aspects of data center commissioning and integration. Coordinate with cross-functional teams such as NSD, D&E, Construction, Procurement and Critical Operations to deliver data centers.

Duties

To implement, and standardize as far as practically possible, Vantage-DC's highest standards of cost, quality and programme control throughout the design, build phase, commissioning and transition phases. Lead, implement and review onsite safety management procedures to ensure compliance to all mandatory and industry standards. Lead safety management process in construction, design and handover to operations teams. Assist in contract negotiations to determine design and construction programme and costs, while always ensuring that the highest quality of service is procured. Identify, track and pursue opportunities to innovate design (in conjunction with the D&E team), de-risk programme, manage budget and project quality delivery. Lead and coordinate multiple internal and external consultants for the design, construction and delivery of the data centers. Assist in preparation of contracts in conjunction with internal legal counsel and procurement and assist with negotiating revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors. Conduct regular project review meetings with project and construction consultants and contractors both on and off site and report to the broader project team on a regular basis Advise and maintain standards for monitoring design and construction programme, cost control and project information systems to ensure the successful project delivery in conjunction with the project controls support teams. Prepare weekly and monthly reports based on agreed standard formats that demonstrate and provide accurate information to the Executive Management team regarding projects currently in execution and that they are being managed for a successful outcome (including relevant financial and cash-flow reports). Ensure compliance with all relevant local permitting and government/local authority regulations. Together with local construction and D&E teams, ensure all project plans and information are properly communicated and understood by all relevant Vantage DC staff including costs, design schedules, procurement, construction issues, M&E technical data, construction issues, contractor invoices and payments, funding requirements, change order notifications and any other issues that might materially affect the construction progress of each project. Ensure timely resolution of issues and deficiencies and develop and implement contingency plans to recover project costs and schedule slippage when appropriate. Ensure the proper and complete handover of completed works to the Vantage DC operations teams. Participate in a culture of team work and continuous improvement. Regular liaison with MEP consultants, Engineering team and power authorities to ensure correct design and implementation of electricity supply. The role will have a strong focus on contractor management and performance, establishing and managing relationships with key stakeholders and ensuring the efficient and seamless delivery of facilities management services to the facilities. Ensure Vantage DC policies and procedures are followed.

Job Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or similar field, or equivalent experience 10 to 12 years of experience in a management role required. Complex and technical construction experience is required. Data Center experience is preferred. Experience in CSA (civil, structural, architectural) and/or MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) construction management is a requirement. Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management tools like MS Project or P6. Experience developing executive level presentations. Substantial project management experience preferred with PMP certification.

We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other’s strengths and respecting each other’s weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.


Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.



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