POSITION SUMMARY
Vertiv is seeking an experienced Site Manager to work with the Vertiv Program/Project team to oversee site work for key accounts. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with excellent communication skills, experience working in the construction industry and be able to take the initiative to drive activities with limited supervision. The Site Manager provides leadership and serves as the liaison between project team members to promote the interest of both the business and clients in all matters, as well as demonstrate the characteristics of a mid-level leader. The Site Manager is the primary point of contact for Vertiv at site.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain adherence to Vertiv’s standards of safety; ensuring that required documents are filed.
- Conduct and/or participate in project meetings, while driving to project milestones and contributing information for Vertiv Program Manager reporting.
- Interfacing with the Client, Client’s General Contractor, supporting trades, and consultants at all project stages.
- Work with the project team coordinating project scheduling; ensure project quality control and coordinate project logistics.
- Work with the Clients General Contractor and Vertiv with the delivery of projects and be responsible for the inspection and documentation of shipped integrated solutions to site.
- Collaborate with the Client’s site operations and Client’s General Contractor, supporting trades, and consultants throughout the life of the project.
- Track, analyze, and report information appropriately to allow the Vertiv project team to manage their projects and evaluate weekly reports.
- Perform coordination of cross-functional departments to identify project issues, monitor action items, and work with the project manager to ensure resolution.
- Ensure receipt of all close-out documents until completion, including warranties, as-builts, Operation and Maintenance manuals and so on.
- Work with Client’s site operations and Client’s General Contractor, supporting trades, and consultants to ensure punch list, substantial completion and final completion process is completed through the onsite construction management team.
- Work and coordinate with the Vertiv equipment technicians and third-party equipment technicians to assist the Client and Clients General Contractor and Commissioning Consultant during the Level 2 and 3 Equipment startup, L4 Functional Testing and L5 Integrated Systems Testing.
- Carry oneself as a leader and knowledge holder of the project while facilitating the decision-making process.
- Demonstrate a positive attitude and passion for construction and datacenter industry.
- Communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally, with a strong ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner.
- Take initiative and seek responsibility.
- Demonstrate integrity consistent with Vertiv’s core values.
- Seek continuous improvement of knowledge and abilities, internal focus on self-improvement.
- Recognize quality and implement contractual and Vertiv quality standards.
- Adapt and exercise flexibility with the ever-changing world of technology, design, means and methods.
- Collaborate with people of various backgrounds and styles.
- Foster positive relationships with colleagues, clients, subcontractors, and vendors.
- Approach all situations with a customer service-oriented attitude.
- Sustain existing client relationships and develop new client relationships.
- Understand and know what tasks are more important than others; discern what needs to be solved immediately and what can wait; ability to multi-task effectively.
Exhibit respectfulness by being punctual, engaged/focused, and respectful of others.
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QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous experience in a project management, construction management role with the ability to execute multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to master sector/project-specific software systems including but not limited to: Microsoft Office suite (ex. Project, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.), ProCore, Adobe, BlueBeam
- Mastery of reading construction drawings; tasks including reading, interpreting, and updating construction project-related drawings
- Ability to organize necessary resources, including people, tools, and time to meet tight deadlines and achieve desired results
- Knowledge of current market conditions including pricing conventions and trends
Must demonstrate a strong ability to:
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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (preferred).
- A minimum of 10 years of experience in construction project management, with a focus on data centers.
- Strong knowledge of MEP systems, including design principles, installation methods, and industry best practices. Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience collaborating with MEP subcontractors and vendors.
- Familiarity with building codes, regulations, and standards relevant to data center construction.
PMP certification or equivalent is a plus
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EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
- High school diploma required, four-year degree from an accredited university with a concentration in construction, engineering, or business is strongly preferred
- In lieu of a degree, additional work experience is acceptable
5+ years’ experience in commercial construction, including experience with a commercial general contractor. Experience working on mission critical datacenter projects a plus.
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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
No Special Physical Requirements
ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
N/A
TRAVEL TIME REQUIRED
Up to 80%
The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.
OUR CORE PRINCIPALS : Safety . Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Inclusion.
OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
• High-Performance Culture• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• Innovation
• Financial Strength
VERTIV BEHAVIORS
- Own it
- Act with urgency
- Foster a customer-first mindset
- Think big and execute
- Lead by example
- Drive continuous improvement
- Learn and seek out development
- Promote transparent & open communication
About Vertiv
Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers’ vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.
Work Authorization
No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to [email protected] .
