Technical Project Manager (Data Center Operations)

• We’re in the midst of the greatest industrial revolution of our time
• The demand for AI compute is boundless, and power is a bottleneck
• We’re solving that — with an energy-first approach that makes AI infrastructure better for the world and faster for the people innovating with AI
• We’re looking for problem-solving, opportunity-finding teammates with a sense of urgency, who believe in the scale of our ambition and thrive on a path not fully paved — people who want to grow their careers alongside a team of experts across energy, manufacturing, data center construction, and cloud services
• If you want to do the most meaningful work of your career, help our customers and partners advance their AI strategies, and be part of a high-performing team that believes in each other, come build with us at Crusoe
• As a Technical Project Manager, Data Center Operations on Crusoe’s Cloud Deployment Operations team, you will drive the physical expansion and operational readiness of our sustainable data center infrastructure
• In this full-time role, you will lead complex, high-impact infrastructure deployment projects across our data center environments
• You will be the orchestrator ensuring sites are ready, structured cabling and physical layer infrastructure are installed to exact specifications, and our cutting-edge cloud infrastructure is brought online efficiently and reliably to power the future of compute
• The ideal candidate is a self-directed, highly organized technical project manager who thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments
• You bring a deep understanding of physical infrastructure deployments, data center operations, and cloud readiness, paired with the exceptional collaboration skills required to align cross-functional engineering teams and external vendors
• By bridging the gap between physical deployment and operational reality, you will directly accelerate Crusoe’s mission to build the most climate-aligned digital infrastructure on earth
• Ensure Site Readiness: Oversee all aspects of site readiness, proactively coordinating with diverse stakeholders to guarantee facilities are fully prepared for seamless equipment installation and operational deployment
• Own Deployment Execution: Lead end-to-end project management for physical layer and cable infrastructure rollouts, driving vendor execution from initial planning phases through final testing and handoff
• Manage Physical Infrastructure: Partner closely with internal deployment engineers to oversee the installation of structured cabling (backbone fiber, copper, pathways, and containment), ensuring third-party vendors execute strictly according to engineering designs and timelines
• Drive Cross-Functional Collaboration: Align project goals, key dependencies, and deliverables by working hand-in-hand with our Digital Infrastructure Group (DIG), Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), and external partners
• Build Project Plans & Schedules: Develop, maintain, and manage highly detailed project plans—utilizing Gantt charts and tracking tools—to map critical milestones, track dependencies, and ensure on-time project delivery
• Mitigate Risks: Proactively identify project risks, physical constraints, and resource blockers, establishing robust mitigation strategies to maintain continuous project momentum
• Engage Stakeholders: Deliver clear, concise, and proactive updates regarding project progress, risks, and milestones to engineering, operations, and leadership teams to ensure total organizational alignment
• Continuous Process Improvement: Standardize and optimize deployment methodologies, contributing new processes and documentation to elevate the efficiency of the Cloud Deployment Operations team

Benefits

• Health & wellbeing: Comprehensive health benefits designed to support your overall wellness
• Time away: Paid time off for vacations, family bonding, and unexpected needs
• 401(k) match: Build your financial future with our 401(k) matching program
• Mental wellness: Resources and support for your emotional wellbeing and navigating life’s challenges- Travel Flexibility: Ability and willingness to travel to physical data center sites as needed to provide hands-on project oversight and support deployment activities
• Stellar Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities, with a natural tendency to anticipate stakeholder information needs and keep cross-functional leadership and engineering teams aligned
• Adaptable Problem-Solving: Strong analytical abilities and a resilient mindset, capable of navigating unforeseen physical constraints, resolving conflict, and adapting to changing priorities
• Data Center Execution Knowledge: Demonstrated experience supporting hardware deployments, rack and stack operations, or physical layer infrastructure rollouts within complex data center environments
• Proven Technical PM Experience: 7+ years of experience in technical project or program management, with a dedicated focus on infrastructure deployments, data center operations, hardware rollouts, or large-scale technical infrastructure projects
• Mastery of PM Tools: Exceptional proficiency in using advanced project management tools, including Gantt charts, for planning, scheduling, and tracking project progress
• Technical Infrastructure Acumen: A solid, foundational understanding of data center site readiness, networking, server deployments, and cloud readiness concepts
• Project Management Expertise: A proven track record of successfully managing complex technical projects from initial inception to completion, demonstrating meticulous organizational skills and attention to detail
• Advanced Degrees: A preferred degree or field of study in Engineering, Computer Science, Construction Management, or a related technical field
• Industry Certifications: Active Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Data Center Design Professional (CDCDP) certifications
• Extended Experience: 10+ years managing large-scale, hyper-scale, or modular data center build-outs and physical layer installations
• Sustainable Infrastructure Passion: Experience or interest in working with alternative energy systems, stranded energy resources, or climate-aligned computing technologies