Data Center Director jobs in North Carolina
Data Center Director directs and optimizes all operations of a data center facility to ensure data performance, availability, and security. Designs operating procedures and policies for installing, configuring, and maintaining servers, networks, and storage systems within a data center to maximize operational efficiency. Being a Data Center Director monitors environmental conditions to ensure optimal temperature, humidity, and power supply to prevent downtime and protect hardware from damage. Ensures timely, accurate, and consistent technical infrastructure service and presentation to internal and external clients. Additionally, Data Center Director coordinates with outside teams to identify and implement new systems to support existing and future business needs. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to senior management. The Data Center Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Data Center Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Director - Data Center Facilities Operations
- Fidelity Investments
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Morrisville, NC
FULL_TIME
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2094785
Job Description
Reporting directly to Fidelity Real Estate Company’s (FREC) Global Head of Engineering, you’ll be responsible for delivering 100% uptime by leading a team of operating engineers responsible for the day-to-day operation of mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection systems at the data center. You’ll work closely with IT and Security teams to maintain a reliable infrastructure with 100% availability!
Please note that this is a Facilities (MEP focused) role, not an IT role.
Location: Morrisville, NC
The Expertise And Skills You Bring- 10 years of leadership experience with Mission-Critical Facilities (MEP) Engineering & Operations.
- Knowledge of Data Center Industry Standards, Best Practices and Uptime Tier Levels.
- Experience managing MEP infrastructure design, testing, and commissioning.
- Experience developing standards, guidelines, and processes to maintain high uptime in mission critical facilities
- Experience managing engineering service delivery through in-house staff and contractors.
- Track record of implementing continuous improvement initiatives to improve energy efficiency and uptime.
- BS in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience in relevant roles.
- Data Center certifications like CDCPM, CDCEP, CDCDP a plus.
- PE or MBA a plus.
- Strong knowledge of MEP/FP infrastructure design, commissioning, and operations.
- Ability to optimize engineering systems without sacrificing safety, reliability, and efficiency.
- Ability to concisely present technical concepts to non-technical audience.
- Ability to collaborate with internal and external partners to prepare business cases and budgets.
- Ability to develop life-cycle strategies for engineering systems in a thoughtful manner.
- Excellent vendor and contract management skills to ensure fast response and cost control.
- Ability to work productively in a high-pressure environment with tight deadlines and during emergencies.
- Ability to mentor and develop your team into a well-rounded engineering organization.
- Demonstrated people management skills; specifically in the areas of team leadership, morale, and development to foster positive outcomes and achieve established landmarks.
- Ability to act as an effective teammate or mutual contributor in order to meet common goals or achieve desired outcomes.
- Ensure that all activities necessary to maintain 100% uptime is performed as planned, while ensuring health & safety, security, and compliance.
- Oversee the maintenance of Fidelity's solar farms within North Carolina
- Proactively support the client (IT) needs in a flexible and timely manner. Work collaboratively with multi-functional teams to implement strategies that support the company’s vision.
- Respond to and provide technical support to resolve abnormal operational incidents and determine root causes of failure.
- Track and publish data on downtime-causing incidents or near-misses. Develop, communicate, and implement strategies to prevent recurrence of failures. Collaborate with other sites to share lessons learned.
- Act as the primary contact for auditors and regulators; Ensure 100% compliance with all internal and external audit requirements.
- Develop operating budget and capital plan. Anticipate future needs for technology and equipment replacement to develop a thoughtful and cost-effective strategy.
- Provide program management support for national/global initiatives as assigned. Ensure consistency in design and implementation across the portfolio.
- Develop arguments for asset preservation and energy upgrades. Present technical topics to a non-technical audience.
- Develop and mentor team members to achieve professional growth. Identify training and development needs, possible career paths for mobility and encourage continuous learning.
At Fidelity, we are passionate about making our financial expertise broadly accessible and effective in helping people live the lives they want! We are a privately held company that places a high degree of value in creating and nurturing a work environment that attracts the best talent and reflects our commitment to our associates. We are proud of our diverse and inclusive workplace where we respect and value our associate for their unique perspectives and experiences. For information about working at Fidelity, visit FidelityCareers.com. Fidelity Investments is an equal opportunity employer.
Fidelity will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments to complete the application or interview process. Please email us at accommodations@fmr.com or call 800-835-5099, prompt 2, option 2 if you would like to request an accommodation.
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Company Overview
Fidelity Investments is a privately held company with a mission to strengthen the financial well-being of our clients. We help people invest and plan for their future. We assist companies and non-profit organizations in delivering benefits to their employees. And we provide institutions and independent advisors with investment and technology solutions to help invest their own clients’ money.
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At Fidelity, you’ll find endless opportunities to build a meaningful career that positively impacts peoples’ lives, including yours. You can take advantage of flexible benefits that support you through every stage of your career, empowering you to thrive at work and at home. Honored with a Glassdoor Employees’ Choice Award, we have been recognized by our employees as a top 10 Best Place to Work in 2024. And you don’t need a finance background to succeed at Fidelity—we offer a range of opportunities for learning so you can build the career you’ve always imagined.
Fidelity's working model blends the best of working offsite with maximizing time together in person to meet associate and business needs. Currently, most hybrid roles require associates to work onsite all business days of one assigned week per four-week period (beginning in September 2024, the requirement will be two full assigned weeks).
At Fidelity, we value honesty, integrity, and the safety of our associates and customers within a heavily regulated industry. Certain roles may require candidates to go through a preliminary credit check during the screening process. Candidates who are presented with a Fidelity offer will need to go through a background investigation, detailed in this document, and may be asked to provide additional documentation as requested. This investigation includes but is not limited to a criminal, civil litigations and regulatory review, employment, education, and credit review (role dependent). These investigations will account for 7 years or more of history, depending on the role. Where permitted by federal or state law, Fidelity will also conduct a pre-employment drug screen, which will review for the following substances: Amphetamines, THC (marijuana), cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine.
We invite you to Find Your Fidelity at fidelitycareers.com.
Fidelity Investments is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that the most effective way to attract, develop and retain a diverse workforce is to build an enduring culture of inclusion and belonging.
Fidelity will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. To initiate a request for an accommodation, contact the HR Accommodation Team by sending an email to accommodations@fmr.com. - 5 Days Ago
Director - Data Center Facilities Operations
- Fidelity Investments Careers
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Morrisville, NC
FULL_TIME
- Job Description:Reporting directly to Fidelity Real Estate Company’s (FREC) Global Head of Engineering, you’ll be responsible for delivering 100% uptime by leading a team of operating engineers respon...
- 16 Days Ago
Data Center Strategic Development Director
- Global Channel Management, Inc.
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Cary, NC
FULL_TIME
- Qualifications And Requirements Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree strongly preferred. Minimum of 15 years of progressive business management experience required. Experience in a fiscal and o...
- 15 Days Ago
McDonald's Director of Operations
- Proven Data Solutions LLC
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Charlotte, NC
FULL_TIME
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Co-Director of the Center for Children
- Center for Children
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Charlotte, NC
FULL_TIME
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Center Director
- DAYMARK RECOVERY SERVICES INC
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Siler, NC
OTHER
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About North Carolina
North Carolina (/ˌkærəˈlaɪnə/ (listen)) is a state in the southeastern region of the United States. It borders South Carolina and Georgia to the south, Tennessee to the west, Virginia to the north, and the Atlantic Ocean to the east. North Carolina is the 28th-most extensive and the 9th-most populous of the U.S. states. The state is divided into 100 counties. The capital is Raleigh, which along with Durham and Chapel Hill is home to the largest research park in the United States (Research Triangle Park). The most populous municipality is Charlotte, which is the second-largest banking center in...
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$184,905 to $238,292
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