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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Director of Data Center & Site Operations - **Company:** STN, inc. - **Location:** Odessa, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $160,000.0 - $220,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Centers, Data Center Infrastructure Management (CIM), Issue Tracking Systems, Network Architecture, PRINCE2, System Availability, Information Technology, Hardware Asset Management - **Published:** October 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f4de0f4dfc3b6fe8 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Operations Management, or related field (or equivalent experience). * 7+ years of experience in data center operations, infrastructure deployment, technical program management, or related field. * Experience managing large-scale global infrastructure deployment programs. * Hands-on experience with Day 1 site build-out and rack-and-stack execution, including turnover from construction into live operations. * Strong understanding of data center infrastructure including: + Compute/server deployments + Network infrastructure + Cabling systems + Power/cooling dependencies + Hardware lifecycle management * Experience with change management and operational governance processes. * Proven ability to manage cross-functional global teams and vendors. * Strong project/program management skills with experience managing multiple priorities simultaneously. Preferred * Experience in hyperscale or enterprise data center environments. * PMP, PRINCE2, ITIL, or related certifications. * Familiarity with DCIM tools, ticketing systems, and deployment tracking platforms. * Experience with automation and deployment optimization initiatives. * Knowledge of capacity management and operational analytics. * Strong understanding of service availability and operational risk management. ## Description The Data Center & Site Operations Manager is responsible for leading physical infrastructure delivery and ongoing operational readiness across global data center environments. This role bridges the gap between initial build-out and lifecycle management, overseeing Day 1 rack-and-stack deployment execution and governing steady-state Day 2 activities-including infrastructure scaling, hardware expansions, migrations, break-fix governance, and continuous operational optimizations. The ideal candidate combines strong program management, deployment operations expertise, vendor coordination, and cross-functional leadership to ensure high availability, operational consistency, and scalable deployment execution across multiple regions., Global Deployment Operations * Partner with architecture, engineering, and capacity teams to plan and execute Day 1 infrastructure deployments, ensuring hardware delivery, physical layout, rack-and-stack, and initial cabling meet global design standards. * Lead Day 2 deployment activities across global data center sites including expansions, refreshes, migrations, retrofits, and operational upgrades. * Coordinate deployment execution for compute, storage, networking, cabling, and infrastructure changes. * Manage deployment schedules, implementation timelines, and resource planning across multiple concurrent projects. * Drive operational readiness and turnover from construction/build teams into live operations environments. * Oversee change implementation while minimizing operational risk and service disruption. Program & Project Management * Develop deployment roadmaps, execution plans, and operational milestones spanning Day 1 build-out and Day 2 steady-state activities. * Track deployment KPIs, timelines, budgets, and vendor performance metrics. * Manage risks, escalations, dependencies, and issue resolution throughout deployment lifecycle. * Ensure alignment between engineering, operations, logistics, and site teams. * Provide executive-level reporting on deployment progress, capacity readiness, and operational impacts. Operational Excellence * Establish and improve standardized deployment processes, SOPs, and operational playbooks for both Day 1 build-out and Day 2 steady-state execution. * Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, quality, and deployment velocity. * Ensure compliance with operational standards, safety requirements, and change management policies. * Support incident response coordination for deployment-related operational issues. * Partner with capacity planning and infrastructure teams to support scaling strategies. Site Operations Leadership * Oversee site-level operational functions including: + Superintendent / General Manager leadership + Site Operations Managers + Site Administration + EHS / Safety programs and compliance + Inventory coordination and planning with logistics partner teams. * Ensure coordination between deployment activities and ongoing site operations teams to maintain operational continuity, safety, and service availability. * Drive alignment across facilities, security, logistics, and operational stakeholders to support scalable global site operations. Vendor & Stakeholder Management * Manage third-party deployment vendors, integrators, and logistics providers. * Coordinate with global site operations, engineering, network, facilities, and supply chain teams. * Facilitate deployment readiness reviews and stakeholder communications. * Ensure vendor SLAs and deployment quality standards are met consistently. Capacity & Lifecycle Management * Support infrastructure lifecycle management including refreshes, decommissions, and hardware replacement programs. * Coordinate deployment sequencing and operational validation for lifecycle refresh and replacement activities. * Assist with forecasting deployment capacity needs and regional operational requirements. * Ensure inventory accuracy and deployment asset tracking.