Serverfarm

Managing everything physical in the virtual world.

Mobilization Manager

ManagerManagerFull TimeRemoteTeam 51-200Since 1999H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

United States

Posted

26 days ago

Salary

$155K - $165K / year

Bachelor DegreeEnglishSwitching

Job Description

• Lead the mobilization strategy for new data center deployments and acquisitions. • Agree Acceptance Criteria for each subsystem and area with Operations Engineering / Development. • Establish mobilization plans, governance structures, and milestones. • Track progress against program timelines and ensure readiness for go-live and handover. • Function as the central mobilization interface across Development, Finance, Procurement, People, Product, and Operations. • Coordinate internal teams and third-party partners to ensure all mobilization deliverables are aligned and complete. • Ensure mobilization activities support Serverfarm’s commercial, operational, and customer objectives. • Ensure all critical infrastructure is delivered, commissioned, and transitioned in line with Serverfarm design standards, availability targets, and redundancy philosophies. • Confirm readiness for 24/7 mission-critical operations in alignment with contracted customer obligations as part of handover to site operations. • Define and assure the target operational model in line with Serverfarm standards. • Ensure staffing models, training, and competency requirements are met prior to handover. • Review and approve operational documentation including SOPs, MOPs, and EOPs. • Lead readiness reviews and formal go-live approvals. • Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards including NEC, NFPA, IEEE, CSA (Canada), and local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements. • Confirm electrical switching procedures, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and emergency operating procedures are in place and validated. • Ensure cooling designs support current and future IT loads, redundancy requirements, and operational efficiency targets. • Review commissioning results, seasonal testing strategies, and mechanical failure response procedures. • Define and mobilize suppliers required to meet warranties and Service Level Agreements. • Function as the primary point of governance with incoming and outgoing suppliers. • Ensure contract obligations, KPIs, SLAs, and mobilization requirements are met. • Support acquisition transitions, including staff transfer oversight where applicable. • Oversee validation of asset registers, O&M documentation, warranties, and maintenance strategies. • Ensure MQTT telemetry data is available on time to operational systems. • Ensure BMS, EPMS, CMMS, & reporting tools are configured to Serverfarm standards. • Support lifecycle planning and fulfillment of critical spare obligations. • Establish and enforce Serverfarm HSE standards across all contractors, FM providers, and vendors during mobilization. • Ensure compliance with all applicable OSHA (US), provincial/state safety regulations (Canada), NFPA, NEC, CSA, and local AHJ requirements. • Ensure clear HSE governance, roles, responsibilities, and escalation routes are defined and communicated. • Review and approve risk assessments, method statements, and safe systems of work. • Support audits, regulatory compliance, and assurance reviews. • Ensure site emergency plans are developed, tested, and aligned with local emergency services. • Support emergency drills, tabletop exercises, and failure scenario simulations. • Validate emergency communications, evacuation procedures, and muster arrangements. • Ensure safety training and certification requirements are defined and met prior to go-live. • Promote a strong safety-first culture across all mobilization activities. • Encourage proactive hazard identification and continuous safety improvement. • Ensure compliance with environmental regulations related to fuel storage, refrigerants, spill prevention, waste management, and emissions. • Oversee spill response planning and environmental incident readiness. • Support alignment with Serverfarm sustainability and ESG commitments. • Lead the structured handover from mobilization into steady-state site operations. • Confirm performance reporting, governance, and escalation frameworks are embedded. • Support early-life operational stabilization and lessons-learned reviews.

Job Requirements

  • Proven experience in data center site start-ups, mobilization, or operational transitions.
  • Strong understanding of mission-critical data center operations and risk management.
  • Experience operating in a client-side or owner-operator role.
  • Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional coordination skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complex transitions without service disruption.
  • Strong Program Management experience.
  • Experience supporting data center acquisitions and integrations.
  • Knowledge of FM service models and supplier governance.
  • Familiarity with DCIM, CMMS, and operational reporting platforms.
  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
  • Calm and decisive in live, high-risk environments.
  • Confident, challenging suppliers and driving accountability.
  • Collaborative, pragmatic, and delivery focused.
  • Role involves significant travel (approximately 70%)

Benefits

  • paid time off
  • paid holidays
  • 401k
  • FULL coverage medical, dental and vision

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