Data center Manager

Job Title: Project manager - Data

Location: Hybrid in Morrisville, NC (Hybrid)

Duration: 6 Months Contract

Job Description:

Project Management & Execution:

• Lead and manage data center hardware lifecycle projects, ensuring all timelines and deliverables are met.
• Oversee and track the decommissioning of legacy hardware, including hardware reconciliation, removal, and disposal in compliance with e-waste policies.
• Coordinate and collaborate with stakeholders and vendors to manage e-waste logistics and ensure certifications of destruction are obtained.
• Manage the tracking of e-waste tickets and related project tasks using Jira and ServiceNow.
• Ensure accurate documentation of hardware disposition, including asset management updates and reconciliation reports.

Communication & Collaboration:

• Provide regular status updates to leadership on project progress, risks, and challenges.
• Schedule and lead weekly project meetings with internal teams and external partners to ensure alignment.
• Ensure clear communication of timelines, expectations, and deliverables with all stakeholders.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain detailed project documentation, including progress reports, risk logs, and change management records.
• Track and report on project KPIs, ensuring all project objectives are met and documented.
  Ensure all deliverables are reviewed and approved by in accordance with established acceptance criteria.

Required Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Project Manager in datacenter operations, IT infrastructure, or hardware lifecycle management.
• Familiarity with e-waste management processes and hardware decommissioning best practices.
• Experience using Jira, ServiceNow, or similar ticketing tools for project tracking.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in project documentation and reporting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in datacentre environments or IT infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with asset management tools (e.g., Dc Track).
• Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent) is a plus.