Description
Lambda, The Superintelligence Cloud, is a leader in AI cloud infrastructure serving tens of thousands of customers. Our customers range from AI researchers to enterprises and hyperscalers. Lambda's mission is to make compute as ubiquitous as electricity and give everyone the power of superintelligence. One person, one GPU.
As a Data Center Implementation Manager, you will lead the end-to-end execution of multiple concurrent data center infrastructure projects, spanning Greenfield builds, colocation white space fit-outs, equipment upgrades, and lifecycle replacements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the build out of multiple data center projects concurrently, from detailed design to physical build out, including Greenfield construction projects, colocation white space fitouts, equipment upgrades, and end-of-life replacements.
- Oversee the work of MEP Contractors and Equipment Suppliers during the build out process.
- Coordinate with internal Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) across various disciplines, including electrical, mechanical, and low voltage, to ensure project requirements, technical specifications, and solutions are properly aligned.
- Work with our Data Center Providers and Contractors to prepare, review, and monitor project schedules, budgets, and forecasts for design and construction expenditures.
- Review and evaluate OFCI (Owner-Furnished, Contractor-Installed) equipment submittals, providing recommendations to the Construction Management team and Procurement teams.
- Participate in page-turn meetings with consultants, providing feedback on designs, Sequence of Operations, Basis of Design documents, and commissioning plans.
- Assist with RFPs for OFCI Equipment and Data Center Whitespace Fit Outs, evaluation of proposals, selection of vendors, and oversight on alignment with project budgets and schedules.
- Prepare and deliver detailed project reports to both executive leadership and project teams, track project budgets, schedules, scope objectives, and progress.
- Provide regular project updates to internal and external stakeholders, both informally and formally.
- Conduct site visits during construction to review design implementation, assess construction progress, and ensure adherence to design specifications, quality standards, and project requirements.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Network Engineering, Data Center Operations, HPC, Supply Chain and Technical Project Management to ensure alignment with business objectives and project deliverables.
- Contribute to internal design team meetings, proposing and exploring new technologies or design concepts to enhance project outcomes.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
- Proven experience managing data center construction projects, including Greenfield builds, colocation fit-outs, and infrastructure upgrades.
- Strong understanding of MEP systems and construction practices, with hands-on experience coordinating with electrical, mechanical, and low voltage SMEs.
- Skilled in managing OFCI equipment procurement, submittal review, and installation oversight.
- Effective communicator with the ability to serve as the single point of contact for construction activities and maintain alignment across internal and external stakeholders.
- Proficient in tracking and managing project schedules, budgets, and forecasts in collaboration with contractors and data center providers.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
- 10+ years of experience managing data center construction or critical infrastructure projects.
- Strong knowledge of MEP systems, including coordination with electrical, mechanical, and low voltage trades.
- Proficient in reviewing technical design documents, including Basis of Design, Sequence of Operations, and commissioning plans.
- Demonstrated experience managing OFCI equipment procurement, submittals, and installation processes.
- Strong documentation and writing skills, with the ability to create clear, concise project documents, decision-making documents, and instructional materials.
Benefits:
- Generous cash & equity compensation
- Health, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
- Wellness and commuter stipends for select roles
- 401k Plan with 2% company match (USA employees)
- Flexible paid time off plan