CLOUDHQ - Infrastructure Manager at CloudHQ LLC

Ashburn, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Construction Management, Engineering, Utility Infrastructure, Project Management, Communication, Collaboration, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving, Time Management, Budgeting, Negotiation, Leadership, Interpersonal Skills, Attention to Detail, Innovative Thinking, Self-Starter

Industry

Real Estate

Description

Description Who We Are Our purpose at CloudHQ is to provide flexible, efficient, and resilient data center solutions to businesses of all sizes. Our growing organization was founded by the pioneer of data center REITs. CloudHQ has state-of-the-art data center sites located on two Northern Virginia campuses, as well as London, Frankfurt, Paris, Milan, and São Paulo, and we anticipate exponential growth over the next several years both in the US and abroad. Our company’s reach is expanded through our affiliate companies – Cloud Capital, Dalian Development, and WindHQ. What The Role Entails The Infrastructure Manager will be a critical member of the development team responsible for utility interface for CloudHQ’s (CHQ) Data Center products. The Infrastructure Manager will focus on all stages of assigned projects, with an emphasis on speed to market of all future inventory, quick project delivery and cost effectiveness. The Infrastructure Manager will be responsible for professionally representing CHQ’s development department across multiple functions within the organization as well as outside of the company. This role will be the primary point of contact and communication for utility activities, acting as a leader to the general contractor/design team, and the primary liaison between CHQ and project stakeholders. What You Will Get To Do · Assist with master planning, entitlement, and permitting processes · Manage communications with utility companies for all projects · Assess existing infrastructure and determine necessary improvements · Provide deliverables to utility companies, such as load requests and schedules · Collaborate with internal and external departments to provide site plans and engineering reports · Oversee utility infrastructure projects from initial development through construction · Ensure adherence to internal engineering and construction standards during utility engagements and design · Manage utility development processes, laws, regulations, permitting, and entitlements · Draft and distribute RFPs for design disciplines and make award recommendations · Assist with contract negotiations · Work with design/construction teams to establish budgets and schedules · Build and leverage partnerships with architects, engineers, contractors, trade partners, equipment vendors, local municipalities, etc. · Communication with adjacent property owners and neighborhood groups as needed · Manage the budgeting process throughout the life of the project · Produce management reports relative to development projects · Supervision of project participants as needed · Attend project OAC meetings (among others) and liaise on action items between CHQ and design/construction teams · Manage project while in construction and provide cross-company collaboration to ensure timely and coordinated energization and delivery of power to the data center · Develop creative solutions and innovations to help streamline processes Requirements What You Bring to The Role · A bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or a similar field of study · A minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in managing utility infrastructure · Experience in communicating and coordinating with utility companies, energy companies, and other internal and external stakeholders · Ability to collaborate across all levels of the organization and maintain relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders · Technical knowledge of utility infrastructure methodologies · Proficient in Microsoft Office products, including SharePoint, Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint · Willingness and flexibility to perform tasks and duties expected and unexpected with a pleasant & professional attitude · Analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with attention to detail and a commitment to quality · Communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with diverse collaborators and facilitate discussions · Organization and time management skills to plan, schedule, and organize tasks to achieve goals within or ahead of established time frames · Background in complex commercial development required if no data center experience · Ability to solve problems using analysis, technical and organizational expertise · Responsible attitude with strong work ethic; leading by example in attendance, attitude and technical work product · Strong teaming skills; works well across complex organizations and drives execution through collaboration and networking · Entrepreneurial and thrives in a fast-paced, changing environment; is excited by the chance to play a large, strategic role · Innovative and forward thinking; not accepting the “status quo” · Passionate, self-starter with the desire to perform without requiring external motivation · Ability to travel to data center sites, client meetings, trainings or conferences as requested and required What We Offer CloudHQ’s people and culture are the most enriching aspects that make us a great place to work. We are strengthened by industry experts who bring extensive knowledge, skill, and experience; leaders who bring vision, innovation and commitment to our people; and an expanding team of individuals who believe in that vision and bring their best to support their customers and team. Our U.S. employees enjoy competitive compensation and rewarding incentives, comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability), 401(k) with match, 12 paid holidays, generous PTO, development opportunities, and the ability to closely impact and contribute to the growth of an exceptional organization. Equal Employment Opportunity CloudHQ is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Responsibilities

The Infrastructure Manager will oversee utility infrastructure projects from initial development through construction, ensuring adherence to engineering and construction standards. This role will also manage communications with utility companies and act as the primary liaison between CloudHQ and project stakeholders.