Job Description

The Data Center Infrastructure Quality and Commissioning team at Oracle Cloud Infrastructure is a dynamic group of professionals dedicated to ensuring the highest standards of quality and operational efficiency in our data center facilities. This team comprises experienced quality assurance experts, commissioning specialists, and technical professionals who work collaboratively to ensure the successful execution and commissioning of complex data center projects. They bring a wealth of expertise in quality management, technical design, and on-site commissioning, ensuring that our data centers meet the highest standards of quality, safety, operational efficiency, and sustainability. By staying ahead of industry trends and incorporating innovative technologies, this team plays a crucial role in supporting Oracle Cloud Infrastructure's data needs and driving our growth and success.

Job Summary:

As the Director of Data Center Infrastructure Quality and Commissioning, you will be at the forefront of ensuring the quality and operational readiness of our data infrastructure. Your leadership will be pivotal in driving the strategic vision for our data center quality and commissioning processes, ensuring they align with our long-term organizational goals. You will lead a dynamic team of professionals, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Your role will involve not only overseeing the successful execution of complex quality and commissioning projects but also inspiring your team to push the boundaries of what's possible in data center quality and operational efficiency.

Strategically, you will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive plans that optimize efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and operational excellence in quality and commissioning. You will engage with key stakeholders, manage high-stakes vendor relationships, and navigate the complexities of regulatory compliance. Your ability to anticipate and mitigate risks will be crucial in maintaining project timelines and budgets. By staying ahead of industry trends and incorporating cutting-edge technologies, you will ensure our data centers are not only state-of-the-art but also future-proof. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on our organization's growth and success, and we are looking for a visionary leader who is ready to take on this challenge.

Career Level - M4

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities Include:

1. Oversight of quality and commissioning programs across colocation provider built projects as well as Oracle built projects.

2. Strategic Planning: Develop and implement long-term strategies for data center quality and commissioning program requirements and management to align with organizational goals.

3. Coordination with the separately managed and contracted tenant fit out projects providing quality assurance support and commissioning coordination for designs of all natures including high density liquid cooling.

4. Quality Management: Oversee all phases of data center quality assurance and commissioning projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

5. Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of quality assurance experts, commissioning specialists, and technical professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.

6. Vendor Management: Select, negotiate, and manage contracts with external vendors, contractors, and suppliers to ensure project success.

7. Budget Oversight: Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring cost-effective use of resources and adherence to financial constraints.

8. Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project timelines and costs.

9. Compliance and Standards: Ensure all quality and commissioning activities comply with relevant regulations, industry standards, and organizational policies.

10. Stakeholder Communication: Maintain clear and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status and addressing any concerns.

11. Quality Assurance: Implement and oversee quality control processes to ensure the highest standards of construction and operational efficiency.

12. Innovation and Improvement: Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies, incorporating innovative solutions to enhance data center performance and sustainability.

Required Skills Include:

1. Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of data center design, construction, and operational requirements, with a focus on quality assurance and commissioning.

2. Quality and Commissioning Management: Proven expertise in managing large-scale data center quality assurance and commissioning projects from inception to completion.

3. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to address complex challenges in a fast-paced environment.

4. Strategic Planning: Expertise in developing and implementing long-term strategies and establishing program-level requirements for quality and commissioning projects.

5. Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a diverse team of quality assurance experts, commissioning specialists, and technical professionals.

6. Risk Management: Ability to identify potential risks and develop effective mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project timelines and costs.

7. Vendor Management: Extensive experience in selecting, negotiating, and managing contracts with external vendors, contractors, and suppliers.

8. Regulatory Compliance: In-depth knowledge of relevant regulations, industry standards, and organizational policies to ensure compliance in all quality and commissioning activities.

9. Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement and clear project updates.

Disclaimer:

Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates.

Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only

US: Hiring Range: from $139,300 to $291,900 per annum. May be eligible for bonus, equity, and compensation deferral.

Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle’s differing products, industries and lines of business.

Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity.

Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:

1. Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion

2. Short term disability and long term disability

3. Life insurance and AD&D

4. Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)

5. Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts

6. Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits

7. 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match

8. Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.

9. 11 paid holidays

10. Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.

11. Paid parental leave

12. Adoption assistance

13. Employee Stock Purchase Plan

14. Financial planning and group legal

15. Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance

The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted.

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