Automation Project Manager

Vantage is committed to being a workplace of inclusion, equity, respect and acceptance. We celebrate diversity and intentionally seek out opportunities to learn from one another’s experience. 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.

Vantage Automation Systems are responsible for the Design, Development & Delivery of the BMS/Automation Package within all VDC builds across the entire EMEA portfolio. We are seeking a skilled Automation Project Manager to lead and manage automation initiatives in the data centre industry. The ideal candidate will oversee the implementation of cutting-edge automation technologies to optimize operational efficiency, scalability, and reliability within data centre environments.

Essential Job Functions & Duties

• Lead end-to-end project management for automation initiatives, from planning to execution and delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Oversee the integration of automation solutions, such as PLC, monitoring systems (SCADA), and AI-based technologies, into data centre operations.
• Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
• Identify and mitigate project risks to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety protocols, and best practices.
• Communicate project progress, challenges, and results to stakeholders and leadership.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in automation processes.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

• Data Center experience is strongly preferred.
• Strong Large Scale Construction Experience.
• Working knowledge of automation systems in a mission critical environment.
• Experience working on evaluating mission-critical infrastructure and operations.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively work with and present information to executive management, construction, operations, sales engineering and finance.
• Travel required is expected to be 25 to 50% but may increase over time as the business evolves.

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. 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.

About the company: Vantage Data Centers provides innovative, scalable wholesale data center campuses to hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises across North America and Europe.