Senior Facilities Manager

Client

At Rowan Digital Infrastructure, we are transforming data center delivery for speed and scale. Our mission is to deliver best-in-class data center solutions to hyperscale customers who share our commitment to sustainability and to do so with an unwavering focus on efficiency, quality, and flexibility. Our data center solutions are tailored to our customers’ needs and delivered by our exceptional end-to-end team. Rowan is assembling a strategic portfolio of data center sites in Tier 1 markets across the United States at various stages of development, and we’re looking for incredible and passionate people to help us advance our company and our commitment to building a more sustainable future.

Rowan is owned and managed by Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners.

Ready to join us in transforming the future of data centers and sustainability? Apply now to explore exciting career opportunities at Rowan Digital Infrastructure and be a part of our mission to revolutionize data center delivery.

Summary

Rowan Digital Infrastructure is looking for a Senior Manager of Facility Operations. This person is the technical lead for all data center engineering operations within the Rowan Digital Infrastructure portfolio and specifically multiple campuses in Frederick Maryland. He/she reports directly to the Sr. Manager, Asset Management, and works in close coordination with the Chief Data Center Officer. The Senior Manager of Facility Operations will be responsible for the overall facility engineering strategy and management activities for the Rowan campuses. This role will include the review/approval/implementation of SOPs/MOPs/EOPs and the proper implementation and training of these procedures. This role’s responsibilities include oversight of general facility operations and will work in conjunction with the site third-party management team.

The role requires experience with onsite substations, high/medium voltage electrical distribution systems, and water and wastewater infrastructure systems as well as deep knowledge of large-scale data centers including the coordination and completion of all significant planned and emergency maintenance events for each campus and confirmation that these activities are executed in a controlled and proven method to ensure the reliability of the critical loads supported by these systems.

Location

Hybrid in office role in Denver, CO.

Travel

Ability to travel up to 40% for company gatherings or to project sites.

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering team and assign responsibilities to team members.
• Develop strategies for improving engineering operations and processes.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Review and approve engineering designs and proposals.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company standards.
• Oversee the installation and testing of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Resolve technical issues and provide solutions to problems.
• Maintain accurate documentation of engineering processes and procedures.
• Train and mentor team members.

Education, Skills, and Experience

• 10 years related facility management experience in Data Center engineering operations (or related electrical or mechanical engineering field) managing or leading operations teams in a large-scale mission critical environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering or similar military experience is preferred.
• Ability to practice and advise on Rowan safety practices within the Data Center/Substation environment.
• Solid and proven experience in the construction, commissioning, acceptance and operation of mission critical systems, including substation, water/wastewater infrastructure, electrical, mechanical and fire life safety systems.
• Proficient in reading/understanding civil, substation and MEP drawings.
• Ability to evaluate and manage the 3rd party vendor work for quality control, communicate and schedule vendors, and review and improve vendor scope and procedure of work to meet Rowan’s standards of operation.
• Strong interpersonal, presentation and communication skills. Ability to respond effectively, verbally in writing to sensitive issues, complex inquiries or complaints.
• Detail Oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Advanced Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook and familiarity with Microsoft Project, Adobe Acrobat, Bluebeam or AutoCAD.
• Basic understanding of emergency situations and escalation processes.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative reasoning skills, with demonstrated ability to determine event root causes, performance shortfalls and required corrective actions.
• Experience assisting with budget management and expense analysis.
• Ability to conduct meetings/presentations/trainings in a clear and concise manner.
• Demonstrated management ability in supervision, coaching, prioritization, conflict resolution, and organization.
• Demonstrated strong leadership qualities.

Fueled by Excellence & Collaboration

At Rowan, we are a distributed team united by a common mission to transform data center delivery. Across our 4 offices, we offer a hybrid work environment supported by teamwork, technology, and in-office gathering time to help you be successful. We are headquartered in Denver, Colorado, and have offices in San Francisco, California, Seattle, Washington, and Traverse City, Michigan. Our team of talented and passionate individuals is spread out across the U.S.”

Here to support you

At Rowan, we want to make sure you can do great work. We offer competitive benefits focused on helping you be and achieve your best.

• Remote and Hybrid working environment
• Team building and educational opportunities
• Generous benefits package including robust health benefits and a 401(k) company contribution
• Unlimited PTO
• A remote office setup benefit
• Competitive compensation and an incentive plan

Equal Opportunity Employer

Rowan Digital is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate diversity in all aspects of our workforce. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.