Data Center Implementation Project Manager - Virginia Beach - Lambda Corporation

Description

Data Center Implementation Project Manager

Lambda, The Superintelligence Cloud, builds Gigawatt-scale AI Factories for Training and Inference. Lambda's mission is to make compute as ubiquitous as electricity and give every person access to artificial intelligence. One person, one GPU.

If you'd like to build the world's best deep learning cloud, join us.

Travel: 50%, Travel required to various data center sites.

What You'll Do:

As a Data Center Implementation Project Manager, you will independently lead the execution of complex data center infrastructure projects, reporting to the Director of Data Center Capacity and Engineering and collaborating closely with the Data Center Implementation Manager. You will oversee full project lifecycles from design coordination to site deployment across colocation fit-outs, high-density compute expansions, and infrastructure upgrades.

You will leverage your technical depth and judgment to anticipate risks, resolve field challenges, and align cross-functional teams across engineering, supply chain, and operations. This role requires proactive decision-making, clear stakeholder communication, and strong command of project execution fundamentals. You will help shape implementation standards as Lambda continues to scale world-class AI infrastructure globally.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Leadership & Execution:
  • Drive implementation of large-scale colocation and white space fit-out projects. Lead day-to-day execution across multiple vendors and internal workstreams. Proactively identify risks and apply sound judgment to resolve complex issues.
• Technical Design & Coordination:
  • Participate in and influence design reviews, ensuring constructability and alignment with Lambda's data center standards. Translate MEP and architectural designs into executable field plans with clear scopes, sequences, and accountability.
• Documentation & Reporting:
  • Maintain comprehensive project documentation including status reports, schedules, submittal logs, and change tracking. Own updates to project management systems and ensure accurate reflection of cost, schedule, and risk status.
• Vendor & Contractor Management:
  • Interface directly with general contractors, commissioning agents, and OEM partners to ensure timely delivery and quality execution. Evaluate and escalate performance issues appropriately, balancing accountability with collaboration.
• OFCI Equipment & Procurement Support:
  • Oversee coordination and delivery of OFCI (Owner-Furnished, Contractor-Installed) equipment. Anticipate logistical challenges, ensure readiness for site integration, and maintain alignment between procurement, engineering, and field teams.
• Site Oversight & Quality Control:
  • Conduct regular site visits to assess progress, validate workmanship, and enforce safety and compliance standards. Capture and communicate deviations promptly with actionable resolution plans.
• Stakeholder Communication:
  • Communicate project updates and risks effectively to leadership and stakeholders across multiple functions. Prepare meeting materials, summarize key decisions, and drive follow-through on action items.
• Schedule and Budget Management:
  • Track and forecast progress against milestones, budgets, and resource allocations. Recommend course corrections and contingency plans when deviations occur.
• Cross-functional Alignment:
  • Partner with Network Engineering, Data Center Operations, HPC, Supply Chain, and TPM teams to ensure seamless coordination across buildout, commissioning, and handoff phases.
• Process Development & Continuous Improvement:
  • Identify and implement improvements in project delivery workflows, documentation standards, and vendor management practices. Mentor junior team members and contribute to internal training and knowledge-sharing sessions.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Experienced in leading or coordinating critical infrastructure projects, preferably within data center or mission-critical environments.
• Deep understanding of MEP systems, construction phasing, and commissioning workflows, with the ability to problem-solve on site with limited oversight.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with demonstrated ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects.
• Effective communicator capable of translating technical issues for diverse audiences from field crews to executives.
• Proficient in project management software and collaborative tools, with comfort managing data-driven reporting and version control.
• Skilled at building productive relationships across internal teams and external contractors, fostering trust and accountability.
• Able to balance tactical execution with strategic insight into scaling infrastructure delivery at a global level.
• Demonstrates initiative, professional maturity, and ownership in navigating ambiguous situations.
• Committed to continuous learning and advancement in data center construction, operations, and AI infrastructure delivery.

Top Five Requirements:

• Data Center or Critical Infrastructure Project Experience:
  • Proven record of delivering or supporting end-to-end projects within mission-critical facilities, including colocation deployments or GPU-dense environments.
• Project Execution & Ownership:
  • Demonstrated ability to lead project components independently, maintain scope alignment, and manage dynamic schedules and budgets.
• Technical Competency & Judgement:
  • Working knowledge of MEP systems, construction sequencing, and commissioning with the judgment to evaluate technical trade-offs and escalate effectively.
• Cross-Functional Communication:
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills; experienced in coordinating across internal and external teams, driving clarity in fast-moving environments.
• Field Presence & Safety Mindset:
  • Comfortable conducting site audits and vendor walkthroughs with a consistent focus on safety, quality, and adherence to Lambda's standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline (or equivalent practical experience).
• 610 years of experience managing or coordinating infrastructure or construction projects, ideally within data centers or mission-critical facilities.
• Strong understanding of MEP and construction processes, commissioning, and QA/QC frameworks.
• Proficiency with project management and documentation tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Procore, Jira, ).
• Excellent written, visual, and interpersonal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently on complex assignments with minimal direction.
• Analytical mindset with strong organizational and problem-solving capabilities.
• Willingness to travel to and work within active construction environments (~50%).
• Committed to safety and continuous improvement in project delivery practices.

Salary Range Information:

The annual salary range for this position has been set based on market data and other factors. However, a salary higher or lower than this range may be appropriate for a candidate whose qualifications differ meaningfully from those listed in the job description.

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