Data Center Implementation Project Manager

Lambda, The Superintelligence Cloud, is a leader in AI cloud infrastructure serving tens of thousands of customers. Our customers range from AI researchers to enterprises and hyperscalers. Lambda's mission is to make compute as ubiquitous as electricity and give everyone the power of superintelligence. One person, one GPU.If you'd like to build the world's best AI 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 support the execution of data center infrastructure projects reporting to the Director of Data Center Capacity and Engineering, and working directly with the Data Center Implementation Manager. You'll focus on specific project components and tasks within larger infrastructure initiatives, including colocation white space fit-outs, equipment installations, and upgrade projects. Working closely with your manager, you'll coordinate with contractors, vendors, and internal teams to ensure project deliverables are met on time and within scope. Your role includes tracking project progress, managing documentation, supporting procurement activities, and conducting site visits to monitor construction activities. You'll gain hands-on experience across all aspects of data center project delivery while contributing to our mission of building world-class AI infrastructure.Key Responsibilities:Project Coordination & Support:Assist in managing specific components of data center projects, including colocation fit-outs, equipment installations, and infrastructure upgrades. Support MEP contractors and equipment suppliers during implementation phases under lead guidance.Documentation & Tracking:Maintain project documentation, track progress against schedules and milestones, and prepare status reports for project stakeholders. Update project management systems and databases with current information.Vendor & Contractor Coordination:Support vendor management activities including coordination of submittals, tracking deliverables, and facilitating communication between internal teams and external partners.OFCI Equipment Support:Assist with OFCI (Owner-Furnished, Contractor-Installed) equipment coordination, including tracking submissions, organizing documentation, and supporting procurement team activities.Design Review Participation:Attend design review meetings and page-turn sessions, taking notes and following up on action items. Support technical review processes under the guidance of senior team members.Site Visit Support:Conduct site visits to monitor construction progress, document findings, and report on adherence to project specifications and quality standards.Stakeholder Communication:Provide project updates to internal stakeholders and support communication with external partners. Prepare and distribute meeting minutes and action item lists.Budget & Schedule Assistance:Support budget tracking and schedule monitoring activities, helping to identify potential issues and working with the team to develop solutions.Cross-functional Support:Work with Network Engineering, Data Center Operations, HPC, Supply Chain, and Technical Project Management teams to support project objectives and deliverables.Process Improvement:Contribute to team meetings focused on process improvements and participate in knowledge sharing sessions to stay current with industry best practices.Ideal Candidate Profile:Experience supporting data center or critical infrastructure projects, with familiarity in construction coordination and project management principles.Understanding of MEP systems and construction processes, with interest in developing deeper technical knowledge through hands-on experience.Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across internal teams and external stakeholders.Proficiency in project management t ... (truncated, view full listing at source)