Head of Data Center Operations (Columbus)

Head of Data Center Operations

About the Company

Private Equitybacked data center developer.

Industry

Accounting

Type

Privately Held

About the Role

The Company is in search of a Head of Data Center Operations to spearhead the operational strategy and performance of its expanding multi-campus data center portfolio. The successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of data center operations, from site commissioning to steady-state operations, maintenance, and reliability, with a strong focus on safety, uptime, efficiency, and sustainability. This executive role demands the building and scaling of a high-performing, cross-campus operations organization, ensuring operational consistency and best practices across all sites. The Head of Operations will also be the primary interface for operational updates, maintenance communications, and incident response, and will partner with internal and external stakeholders to drive operational excellence.

Applicants must have a minimum of 15 years' experience in data center operations management, with a proven track record of leading teams overseeing significant data center capacity. The role requires a leader with a strong data-driven approach, the ability to quantify and track performance metrics, and an executive presence for collaboration with C-Suite executives and Board of Directors. A background in data center development and construction is essential, as is an MBA or relevant graduate degree. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated history of success in managing all aspects of data center operations, including commissioning, maintenance, and incident recovery, and will be adept at representing the Operations function in strategic and capital investment decision-making.

Travel Percent

Less than 10%

Functions

• Data Management / Analytics