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Dale WorkForce Solutions

Data Center Project Manager

Dale WorkForce Solutions, Altoona, Pennsylvania, us, 16603

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The Project Manager (PM) is responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of complex networking and Data Center (DC) projects across multiple client environments. This role manages end-to-end material management, hardware forecasting, and program tracking for new data center builds and backbone projects, while also providing backfill support for retrofit programs as needed. The PM executes strategic planning, cross‑team collaboration, and ensures that all technical and delivery aspects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with client and organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities Material Management & Hardware Forecasting

Oversee material management across all DC build types

Monitor and flag hardware shortages

Prepare New Build schedules for DC regions and update milestone date shifts in appropriate trackers and tools

Provide consumption signals during demand planning

Hardware Sourcing & BOM Management

Collaborate internally for hardware sourcing; review supply sheets and discuss shortages with relevant team members

Communicate design discrepancies vs. master BOM changes to stakeholders; clarify master BOM requirements for each project

Work with design creators for BOM understanding and flag hardware delivery risks to stakeholders

Deployment, Prioritization & Escalation

Analyze dependencies between projects; optimize/prioritize hardware deployment and flag shortages

Work with the team to ensure POs are accurate and prioritize gear delivery

Refer all flagged issues to stakeholders

Tracking, Analysis & Communication

Analyze gear requirements for new builds; understand milestones and track milestone shifts

Collaborate with the team for milestones and gear requirements

Build & update trackers appropriately

Facilitate transfer of hardware from central to local warehouses

Lead/coordinate weekly meetings

Review and update status decks in weekly syncs

Respond to questions about delivery dates and risks

Identify and flag risks & blockers

Track chats and assist with programmatic updates

Schedule and conduct lessons learned meetings

Roadmap Development & Resource Allocation

Vet and validate the roadmap with team

Lead calls with all stakeholders for feedback

Ensure roadmap coverage for all projects

Ensure clear documentation of site/building nuances

Continuous Improvement & Documentation

Maintain documentation and trackers

Analyze gear requirements based on specifications

Coordinate and follow up with all necessary teams regarding material status

Review tasks/comments for delivery confirmation and shortages

Work with team to understand BOM finalizations and flag mismatches

Lead inventory clean‑up exercises and ensure process documentation is current

Identify process inefficiencies and suggest improvements to project execution framework

Support training and onboarding for new team members or subcontractors

Required Qualifications

Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills

Proven experience with vendor and logistics management

Efficiency in cross‑functional team coordination

Strong analytical mindset and ability to manage multiple concurrent projects

Proven track record of delivering complex solutions, while navigating a fast‑paced environment with frequent shift in priorities

Strong familiarity with tools such as G Sheets, Excel, Jira, Smartsheet, MS Project, or equivalent PM software

Preferred Qualifications

Understanding of colocation and edge computing architectures

5+ years of experience managing large‑scale data center, network infrastructure, or field deployment projects

Familiarity with SLA‑driven managed services and handoff to NOC operations

Experience with ITIL or PMP methodologies preferred

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or other related technical field

Physical Demand & Work Environment

Must have the ability to perform office‑related tasks which may include prolonged sitting or standing

Must have the ability to move from place to place within an office environment

Must be able to use a computer

Must have the ability to communicate effectively

Some positions may require occasional repetitive motion or movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Project Management and Information Technology

Industries IT Services and IT Consulting

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