Senior Director, Project Management Office, Global

Enterprise Strategy and Delivery

The Enterprise Strategy and Delivery (ESD) team is an integral part of the Chief Information Officer (CIO) department, functioning as a global and cross-functional unit that spearheads the development and execution of enterprise-wide technology strategies. ESD plays a pivotal role in guiding business transformation initiatives and managing the organization's technology portfolio, ensuring that all efforts are tightly aligned with Vantage's overarching business priorities. By operating at the critical intersection of strategic planning and operational delivery, ESD enables scalable growth and drives operational excellence throughout Vantage's Value Chain.

The ESD team is composed of several key functions, including Software Development, Strategic Portfolio Management, Enterprise Architecture, and the CIO Project Management Office. This diverse team collaborates to develop comprehensive technology roadmaps, establish robust governance frameworks, and implement change initiatives that deliver meaningful and measurable results. Their collective mission is to maximize the impact of technology investments, foster innovation, and maintain a high standard of execution across all projects, ultimately supporting Vantage's continued expansion and leadership in the data center industry.

Through its commitment to aligning technology with business needs, the ESD team ensures that every initiative-from conception to completion-advances the organization's objectives and enhances operational capabilities. Their disciplined approach to project delivery, combined with a focus on governance and measurable outcomes, positions ESD as a driving force behind Vantage's success in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Position Overview

This role can be based in Denver, CO, following our flexible work policy (3 days in-office, 2 days flexible).

The Director of the Project Management Office (PMO) serves as a senior leader within the Enterprise Strategy and Delivery (ESD) team, reporting directly to the Vice President of the ESD team. This pivotal role is charged with guiding the strategic planning, governance, and end-to-end execution of all projects for and managed by the Chief Information Officer (CIO) department. As the head of project management, the Director is responsible project deliver, steering organizational change initiatives, ensuring robust documentation, training that support the successful adoption of new processes and technologies.

A core responsibility of the Director is to guarantee that all projects are delivered according to established timelines, within defined scope, and adhere strictly to budgetary constraints, while upholding the highest standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance. The Director implements and continuously refines best practices, standardized processes, and advanced project management tools to enhance project outcomes and drive operational excellence throughout the organization.

In addition to managing project delivery, the Director plays a key role in fostering a culture of accountability, mentorship, and continuous improvement within the PMO. This includes providing leadership and guidance to project managers and PMO staff, promoting professional development, and nurturing collaboration across cross-functional teams. By building strong relationships with stakeholders throughout Vantage Data Centers, the Director ensures that the ESD team-and the broader CIO organization-consistently meet and exceed internal customer expectations, aligning technology initiatives with the company's strategic objectives and supporting scalable growth in a fast-evolving digital landscape.

The Director also leads the development and implementation of project management methodologies, tools, templates, and best practices, standardizing processes to ensure uniformity and efficiency across all projects. Through the establishment and maintenance of rigorous governance frameworks, the Director ensures compliance with all quality, safety, and regulatory standards, while championing continuous improvement efforts to maximize the effectiveness and impact of project delivery.

Essential Job Functions

Project Management Leadership:

• Lead the Project Management Office, overseeing the execution of data center development projects from inception through commissioning and closeout.

• Ensure alignment of project objectives with organizational goals, driving strategic initiatives that support business growth and customer satisfaction.

• Provide mentorship, coaching, and direction to project managers and PMO staff, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Process Development and Standardization:

• Develop and implement project management methodologies, tools, templates, and best practices to standardize processes across all projects.

• Establish and maintain project governance frameworks to ensure compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory standards.

• Lead efforts to continuously improve project management processes, increasing efficiency and effectiveness in project delivery.

Project Planning and Execution:

• Oversee the development and management of project plans, schedules, budgets, and resources, ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within budget.

• Helps define and implement 3rd Party SOWs utilized to deliver approved projects

• Manages 3rd Party SOWs ensuring delivery SOWs

• Monitor project performance, identifying risks and mitigation strategies, and ensuring the effective resolution of issues to minimize project disruptions.

• Ensure proper resource allocation, working closely with internal teams such as construction, design, engineering, procurement, and finance to align project needs with available resources.

Organizational Change Enablement

• Ensures the adoption of project deliveries focused on people, process, and tooling impacts and changes.

• Measuring project OCE metrics to ensure projects are leading with an OCE first mentality

• Drive CIO communication to the organization informing of activities, deliverables, and impacts.

Documentation and Training:

• Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation, ensuring all deliverables and milestones are clearly recorded and accessible to relevant stakeholders.

• Provide timely documentation updates to support CIO requirements, facilitating informed decision-making and ongoing project visibility.

• Coordinate and deliver training sessions for teams and stakeholders to ensure proper understanding and adoption of project deliverables, processes, and tools.

• Ensure documentation and training materials are regularly reviewed and aligned with organizational standards and evolving CIO needs.

Risk Management and Quality Assurance:

• Proactively manage project risks and issues, developing contingency plans to minimize potential disruptions to project timelines and costs.

• Ensure quality assurance processes are followed throughout the project lifecycle, including regular audits, inspections, and compliance checks.

• Oversee the preparation and delivery of project documentation, reports, and updates to senior leadership and stakeholders.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including construction, engineering, operations, finance, and legal, to ensure seamless project execution and delivery.

• Act as the primary point of contact for executive leadership on all matters related to project management and performance.

• Collaborate with the sales and solutions engineering teams to align customer expectations with project deliverables.

Financial Management:

• Manage the financial performance of all projects, ensuring accurate tracking of costs, budgets, and forecasts.

• Lead cost-control initiatives, identifying opportunities for cost savings and ensuring project financials align with corporate goals.

• Support the preparation of financial reports and presentations for the executive team and board of directors.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of project managers and PMO staff, ensuring the team has the skills, tools, and resources to deliver successful projects.

• Drive employee engagement and foster a collaborative team environment focused on continuous learning and professional development.

• Evaluate team performance and provide regular feedback to ensure alignment with organizational goals and career development.

Stakeholder Communication:

• Serve as a strategic partner to senior leadership and key stakeholders, providing regular updates on project performance, risks, and key milestones.

• Develop and deliver executive-level presentations on project progress, financials, and risks to ensure clear communication across the organization.

Additional Duties:

• Handle additional duties as assigned by Management.

Job Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field.

• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 10 years of project management experience, with at least 5 years of experience managing large-scale data center or infrastructure projects.

• Proven experience leading a project management office or similar function in the data center, construction, or real estate industry.

Skills:

• Strong organizational and project management skills.

• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence and engage cross-functional teams.

• Strong financial acumen with experience managing project budgets, forecasts, and cost controls.

• Exceptional problem-solving skills with a focus on risk management and issue resolution.

• Results-driven with a focus on delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget.

• Strategic thinker with the ability to balance short-term project needs with long-term business goals.

• Travel required is expected to be up to 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 accommodations 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.

Additional Details

• Salary Range: $230,000-$240,000 Base + Bonus (this range is based on Colorado market data and may vary in other locations)

• This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.

• Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.

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