Data Center Shell Planning Lead, Industrial Compute

For our client, we are seeking a Data Center Shell Planning Lead, Industrial Compute to join the team of a leader in the Information Technology space.

This role will own long-range planning for data center shell capacity and help translate compute demand into actionable site, schedule, and readiness plans. The position will partner closely with infrastructure, delivery, and operational stakeholders to align timelines, manage risks, and support future growth. The work will require strong quantitative thinking, scenario modeling, and clear tradeoff analysis to shape capacity strategy across multiple locations.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $150,000 – $180,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a long-term plan for data center shell capacity.
• Translate complex compute forecasts and requirements into clear site needs.
• Determine timelines for securing and constructing shell capacity.
• Integrate various infrastructure schedules into a cohesive capacity overview.
• Identify gaps and risks that could delay operational readiness.
• Model delivery options and assess tradeoffs regarding schedules and costs.
• Suggest phased approaches to preserve flexibility for future growth.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in data center development and infrastructure planning.
• Experience managing portfolio-level plans across multiple data center locations.
• Deep understanding of the data center development lifecycle and operational handover.
• Ability to convert technical and demand needs into actionable capacity and scheduling plans.
• Strong quantitative skills and scenario modeling experience, adaptable to changing information.
• Experience evaluating delivery strategies with clear communication of tradeoffs.
• Demonstrated program leadership with cross-functional team alignment.

Benefits

• Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
• Opportunity to lead strategic planning initiatives for future infrastructure.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and resources in data center development.
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities within the organization.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.