Data Center Service Lead - Field Operations (Oregon/Idaho)

EOS
Oregon, ID
On-site

Who this role is best for

Best suited to candidates with global technical team leadership experience and a background in enterprise network deployments working in data center and field operations settings.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with experience leading cross-functional teams in global data center installations and network operations
    — “Lead cross-functional teams in the planning, execution, and successful completion of data center and network installation projects.”
  • Individuals who have managed change control processes and maintenance in production environments
    — “Demonstrated ability in managing change control processes and conducting maintenance activities in production environments.”
  • Professionals with a track record of driving client relationships through service excellence and SLA adherence
    — “Experience in service management, customer expectations management, and ensuring exceptional customer experiences that meet SLAs.”

Things to consider

  • The role demands high-pressure decision-making and negotiation with vendors and subcontractors.
    — “Ability to influence, negotiate, and make decisive decisions in high-pressure environments.”
  • Candidates must be capable of managing multiple tasks and meeting tight deadlines.
    — “Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and ensure delivery within tight deadlines.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight your experience in leading post-project reviews and identifying process improvements.
    — “Lead post-project reviews and lessons learned sessions.”
  • Emphasize your ability to manage project timelines and deliverables effectively.
    — “Managing project timelines, and ensuring that deliverables are met to both EOS' and our clients' satisfaction.”
  • Showcase your skills in developing comprehensive project plans with risk management strategies.
    — “Develop and manage comprehensive project plans that define scope, schedule, budget, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • Leading cross-functional teams
  • Developing comprehensive project plans
  • Building strong stakeholder relationships
  • Optimizing resource utilization
  • Implementing quality control measures
Typical background
Experience in managing technical teamsSupporting enterprise network deploymentsProcess improvement and systems development

Skills & requirements

Required

Project LeadershipTactical PlanningStakeholder ManagementResource ManagementQuality AssuranceRisk MitigationBudget ControlReporting And DocumentationContinuous Improvement

Preferred

Networking ConceptsProcess ImprovementAutomationChange Control Processes

Stack & domain

Data Center OperationsNetwork InstallationProject ManagementQuality AssuranceRisk ManagementBudget ControlReporting And DocumentationProcess ImprovementAutomationLeadershipStakeholder ManagementResource ManagementCommunicationIT ServicesNetworkingData Center

About the role

Original posting from EOS

OUR COMPANY:

EOS IT Solutions is a Global Technology and Logistics company, providing Collaboration and Business IT Support services to some of the world’s largest industry leaders, delivering forward-thinking solutions based on multi-domain architecture. Customer satisfaction and commitment to superior quality of service are our top business priorities, along with investing in and supporting our partners and employees.

We are a true International IT provider and are proud to deliver our services through global simplicity with trusted transparency.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

We are seeking a highly motivated Data Center Service Lead: Field Operations This role is critical in ensuring the continuous improvement of our services and in managing the day-to-day operations, including installation and field operations, repairs, safety, and reporting. The ideal candidate will be responsible for rack installations, and understanding of fiber optical cabling standards. Including assigning action items, managing project timelines, and ensuring that deliverables are met to both EOS' and our clients' satisfaction. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Project Leadership

Lead cross-functional teams in the planning, execution, and successful completion of data center and network installation projects.

Ensure alignment with project goals, ensuring all milestones are met according to agreed timelines.

Tactical Planning 

Develop and manage comprehensive project plans that define scope, schedule, budget, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.

Drive execution to ensure efficient delivery and high-quality outcomes.

Stakeholder Management 

Build and nurture strong relationships with internal stakeholders, external vendors, and subcontractors.

Facilitate ongoing communication and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle to ensure smooth project delivery.

Resource Management 

Oversee resource allocation for personnel, equipment, and materials. Optimize resource utilization to enhance efficiency and ensure timely project delivery.

Quality Assurance 

Establish and implement rigorous quality control measures to meet project specifications and regulatory requirements, ensuring successful project delivery.

Risk Mitigation 

Proactively identify potential risks or issues and create risk management strategies to minimize disruptions.

Develop mitigation plans to ensure projects are completed on time and within scope.

Budget Control 

Monitor and track project budgets, expenses, and potential cost-saving opportunities.

Ensure strict adherence to financial guidelines and accurate reporting.

Reporting and Documentation 

Prepare regular status reports, performance metrics, and project updates for stakeholders.

Provide clear communication on progress, challenges, and milestones to leadership and clients.

Continuous Improvement 

Lead post-project reviews and lessons learned sessions.

Identify process improvements and best practices to drive innovation and enhance future project performance.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

Experience & Technical Expertise

Proven experience managing global technical teams and supporting enterprise network deployments and operations.

Strong understanding of networking concepts including routers, switches, dynamic routing protocols, and circuit troubleshooting.

Experience with process improvement and systems development, particularly through automation to streamline workflows.

Demonstrated ability in managing change control processes and conducting maintenance activities in production environments.

Customer Success & Service Management

Experience in service management, customer expectations management, and ensuring exceptional customer experiences that meet SLAs.

Track record of developing customer success plans, defining KPIs, and driving client relationships with a focus on service excellence.

Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and ensure delivery within tight deadlines.

Leadership & Communication Skills

Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills to foster collaboration across global teams.

Strong communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical issues clearly to clients and decision-makers.

Self-motivated and proactive in identifying and solving problems independently.

Operational & Organizational Skills 

Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential information.

Ability to influence, negotiate, and make decisive decisions in high-pressure environments.

Solid understanding of service management principles, ITIL, or equivalent frameworks.

DESIRABLE CRITERIA:

Experience with Data Center operations, cloud computing, and large-scale infrastructure deployments.

Data-driven with a focus on continuous improvement and optimization of service delivery.

EOS BENEFITS:

At EOS IT Solutions, we are committed to supporting the well-being and success of our team. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance starting the 1st of the month after your start date. 

10 Days of Paid Time Off (PTO) annually

12 Paid Holidays

6 Sick Days (available after 90 days of employment)

401(k) Retirement Plan with a $2,500 company match (available after 90 days of employment)

The EOS pay range for this job is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, experience, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, market data, or other laws. 

EOS is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We invite you to consider opportunities at EOS regardless of your gender; gender identity; gender reassignment; age; religious or similar philosophical belief; race; national origin; political opinion; sexual orientation; disability; marital or civil partnership status or other non-merit factor. 

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Pay Range$110,000—$120,000 USD

Source: EOS careers

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