Project Coordinator, Power Generation Solutions, NA

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world's well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Energy Department

In this newly created department, the Energy Department is dedicated to managing and optimizing the energy resources required to power our data centers while promoting sustainability and efficiency. The Energy department plays a critical role in ensuring our operations are environmentally responsible, cost-effective, and resilient to energy market fluctuations. The team focuses on energy procurement, renewable energy integration, and the implementation of advanced energy management practices.

Position Overview

This role can be based in any of our US locations

Vantage is seeking a highly motivated, diligent, and hands-on Power Project Coordinator to manage the detailed planning, reporting, and support of our North America power initiatives. This role is critical in ensuring the successful development and execution of complex power projects that drive innovation in power delivery within our data centers. The Power Project Coordinator will collaborate with internal and external teams to ensure timely and efficient project completion, making a significant impact on our North America operations. This person will be responsible for constant coordination with Market Development, Power Planning, New Site Development, Design, Construction, Operations, Sales, Solutions Engineering, Marketing, subject matter experts and the wider Executive Team (specifically with regards to strategic elements). The Power Project Coordinator will be required to keep pace with Vantage's strategic land acquisition and leasing goals, including enhancing Vantage's product and service offering wherever possible.

Essential Job Functions

Project Planning and Scheduling:

• Assist with project schedules, scopes of work, and budgets for onsite power and gas solutions.

• Implement tools and processes to support the effective management and reporting of complex power projects.

• Create and distribute project updates, meeting minutes, and leadership reports to keep all stakeholders informed.

Project Coordination and Management:

• Coordinate and schedule project meetings focused on the design and delivery of power generation and gas infrastructure solutions.

• Coordinate with internal teams, including engineering, construction, development, and sales, to ensure alignment and clear communication on project progress.

• Handle vendor coordination, ensuring that they meet project timelines and deliverables.

• Coordinate with internal teams on project budgets and have a clear understanding of the budget applications Procore and Yardi.

Vendor and Stakeholder Management:

• Facilitate vendor onboarding, project work authorizations, purchase orders, change orders, and track vendor contracts.

• Manage relationships involving power and gas infrastructure vendors or developers, ensuring they deliver high-quality results in a timely manner.

• Initiate and participate in project meetings to discuss progress, address challenges, and drive vendor performance.

• Challenge vendors and internal teams to achieve the seemingly impossible by supporting the innovation of power delivery.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely with internal engineering and construction teams, as well as external vendors, to ensure the rapid execution of onsite power solutions.

• Coordinate the flow of information between all stakeholders, ensuring that project updates and results are communicated effectively.

• Reporting and Documentation:

• Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including schedules, budgets, and status reports.

• Provide regular updates to internal leadership on project progress, risks, and opportunities for improvement.

Additional Duties:

• Handle additional duties as assigned by Management.

• Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:

• Bachelor of Business, Engineering, Project Management, or related education, OR equivalent proven work experience required.

• Knowledge of power generation or gas industries including mechanical, electrical, piping, design, construction, and/or infrastructure.

Experience:

• 2-5 years of technical engineering project experience in power generation, oil / gas, or data center industries OR 5-10 years of technical engineering, trade, and/or construction administrative coordination experience in power generation, oil/gas, or data center industries.

• Power generation and oil/gas infrastructure experience. Data center experience is strongly preferred but not required.

• Strong experience with technical document management and project processes.

• PMP certification a plus.

Skills:

• Problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Strong organizational and project management skills.

• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• Proficient in Microsoft 365, Procore, SharePoint, and experience with managing external vendors.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Skilled at leading meetings, results, reporting updates, and budgets.

• Positive and proactive attitude.

• Limited travel is required, less than 10%, but may increase over time as the business evolves.

Physical Demands And Special Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

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We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other's strengths and respecting each other's weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.

Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.

We'll be accepting applications for at least one week from the date this role is posted. If you're interested, we encourage you to apply soon-we're excited to find the right person and will keep the role open until we do!