Campus Director (Relocation Assistance Available)
Serverfarm is a leading developer and operator of data centers with over 750+ locations and key customer relationships in 45 countries. We're revolutionizing how data centers operate across North America, Western Europe, and Israel, serving the world's leading technology and hyperscale companies. With Manulife Investment Management's acquisition in 2023 and our award-winning InCommand platform we're positioned for explosive growth as AI adoption and cloud migration drive unprecedented demand for data center capacity.A career at Serverfarm means being at the forefront of digital infrastructure innovation, where your work directly impacts how the world's data is managed and secured. As we target 4x growth over the next four years, you'll have unprecedented opportunities to take on new challenges, develop cutting-edge skills, and grow your career across our expanding global operations.Join our team of innovators and help shape the future of sustainable data centers while building a career without boundaries.The Campus Director of Data Center Operations has full operational, financial, and leadership accountability for one or more data-center campuses onsite in the Southern Region. This role is responsible for ensuring safe, reliable, and compliant operations of mission-critical infrastructure while delivering exceptional service to customers and stakeholders. The Campus Director provides strategic leadership across operations, engineering, security, facilities, and vendor partners to maintain uptime, manage risk, and drive continuous improvement.The position requires a strong balance of technical expertise, people leadership, financial acumen, and customer engagement, with a focus on operational excellence, scalability, and long-term asset performance.Key AccountabilitiesProvide overall leadership and direction for all data-center campus operationsMaintain 24x7 operational readiness and accountability for uptime and life safetyOversee operation and maintenance of mission-critical infrastructure systemsEnsure adherence to maintenance programs, MOPs, and EOPsOwn campus-level OPEX and CAPEX budgets and financial forecastingLead, mentor, and develop site leadership and operations staffEnsure compliance with safety, regulatory, and environmental requirementsServe as senior site representative for customers and stakeholdersOversee vendor performance, contracts, and service deliveryEstablish KPIs and drive continuous improvement initiativesRequired SkillsBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Business, or related field10+ years of experience in data center or mission-critical operations5+ years of senior leadership or site management experienceStrong knowledge of electrical and mechanical systemsProven budget and vendor management experienceExcellent leadership and communication skillsDesired SkillsExperience in hyperscale or colocation environmentsFamiliarity with Tier III / Tier IV standardsExperience supporting large-scale expansionsProfessional certifications such as PE, PMP, CFM, or CEMThe listed salary range for this position is an estimate based on the competitive job market. Final compensation will be based on your own individual skills, experience, and location.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this role. They are not intended to serve as an exhaustive list of all possible responsibilities and duties. We encourage you to apply even if your experience isn't an exact match to the job description.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.