Data Center - Project Manager

divh2Data Center Project Manager/h2pAFL provides industry-leading fiber optic products and services across the globe. Our company was founded in 1984 with a single fiber optic cable and now we manufacture over two thousand products, employ over 5,000 associates and consistently generate annual sales in excess of 2 billion-dollars in revenue. With our commitment to professional growth and employee development, let AFL Connect you to your next career opportunity!/ppThe Data Center Project Manager focus is on delivering World Class Customer Experience and Quality. They are integral to the account team and are key in building the trusted relationship with the customer./ppThe Data Center Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of fiber optic deployment project within our data center facilities. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of data center operations, fiber optic technologies, and project management methodologies. The ideal candidate will be a proactive leader with excellent communication skills, capable of managing cross-functional teams and ensuring that projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget./ppThis job is NOT a remote position and will require the PM to be onsite for the duration of the project. After the initial phase a hybrid position can be discussed./ph3Responsibilities/h3ulliAligning all contract documents via Job Manager/liliManage Change Control and procure change orders/liliManage AFL team and/or subcontractors/vendors to ensure timely and high-quality work/liliMonitor and drive the quality assurance process during all phases of the project/liliConduct site surveys, quality checks and job audits/liliContinuously expand / farm existing accounts for additional opportunities to introduce other AFL services/liliWorks with the customer, suggesting alternatives as required to meet the customers needs and expectations, as well as satisfy AFLs sales objectives/liliUnderstands, adheres to, promotes the Environmental, Health Safety policies of AFL Telecom/liliLead and manage fiber optic deployment projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with company goals and client requirements./liliCollaborate with engineering, IT, and operations teams to define project specifications and requirements for fiber optic installations./liliCoordinate and supervise the work of contractors and vendors involved in fiber optic deployment, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards./liliMonitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful project delivery./liliConduct regular project status meetings with stakeholders, providing updates on progress, challenges, and solutions./liliEnsure that all project documentation is complete and up to date, including contracts, change orders, and progress reports./liliPerforming weekly reviews of: Project field budget trackers, project metrics system, invoicing due, pending awards, accounts receivables, material management/liliWorks with the customer, suggesting alternatives as required to meet the customers needs and expectations, as well as satisfy AFLs sales objectives/liliUnderstands, adheres to, promotes the Environmental, Health Safety policies of AFL Telecom/liliFacilitate communication between internal teams and external partners to resolve issues and ensure project alignment./liliStay current on industry trends, technologies, and best practices related to fiber optics and data center operations./liliPrepare and present project reports and performance metrics to senior management./liliWork closely with a core team namely, fiber optic leads, PM administrators and the Site Supervisor./li/ulh3Qualifications/h3ullistrongMust have Mass Fiber optic deployment and Fiber infrastructure experience/strong/liliBachelors degree in project management, Information Technology, engineering, or a related field./liliMinimum of 5 years of project management experience, with a focus on fiber optic deployment in data center environments./liliProven track record of successfully managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders./liliStrong understanding of fiber optic technologies, installation processes, and industry standards./liliFamiliarity with data center infrastructure, including networking, power distribution, and cooling systems./liliProficient in project management tools and software/liliExcellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously./liliStrong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and engage stakeholders at all levels./liliProject Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent is preferred/li/ulh3Personal/h3ulliRCDD or PMP preferred/liliBICSI Certifications preferred/liliExtensive experience managing new data center sites/liliExperience managing mission critical data centers preferred/liliExperience managing teams of 25-100+ technicians on job sites/liliProduct experience with, but not limited to Corning, Panduit, Commscope and AFL/liliFamiliarity with business concepts related to the use of information technologies and networking in all aspects of business and organizational operations for the achievement of business/operating objectives/liliProficient with Microsoft Suite/liliProficiency with MS Visio and AutoCAD preferred/li/ulh3Working Conditions/h3ulliWill be required to work onsite with the core data center team/liliUse of standard office equipment, mostly printers/liliGeneral hours of Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm with the ability to provide support during and outside regular business hours is required/liliTravel maybe required from time to time/liliMust be able to work in the United States/li/ulh3What We Offer/h3ulliCompetitive salary and benefits package./liliOpportunities for professional development and career growth./liliA collaborative and innovative work environment./liliThe chance to work on cutting-edge projects in a rapidly evolving industry./li/ul/div