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ABOUT THE ROLE
CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management. We are recruiting a Data Center Manager / Critical Facility Manager to join the team leading one of our key client account sites.
Primary Objectives and Tasks
Responsible for the contract management of the staff, operation and maintenance of all electrical and mechanical plants/services, project works and Building performance
Daily management of the Engineering team including compliance with CBRE disciplinary processes and procedures
To direct, instruct and manage all CBRE staff under their control as well as SSP’s ensuring compliance with working practices
To complete the weekly operations report to the client and attend weekly operations meeting, client meetings as requested, in conjunction with the client
Ensure that all matters that may impact the smooth running of the building and facilities are immediately reported to both CBRE and the contracts Senior Management
To conduct regular reviews of operating procedures making recommendations for improvement with appropriate working practices and emergency/contingency procedures within the critical systems
Liaise and keep informed both the client and the CBRE Area Manager on all aspects of contract problems (defects & deficiencies)
To ensure that all staff within their control are conversant with the operation and control of critical and noncritical systems installed within the portfolio
To ensure quality is maintained throughout the facilities
Ensuring business policies and processes are effectively communicated and implemented within the contract
Ensure optimum staffing structures operate across contracts, balancing cost reduction with the delivery of service excellence
Working with other Operations Managers to ensure the collaborative development of the business, effective team working, and support to colleagues
Development of contract financial plans for revenue and profit delivery, reduction of WIP, debt, cost reduction and contract growth, and ensure that these are met and exceeded
Ensure appropriate control systems to ensure statutory, policy and contractual commitments are met
Ensuring a customer focus within all areas of operational activities, and that effective relationships are maintained with key client contacts
Provision of leadership and guidance, advice, coaching and direct support, where required to deliver best practice selection, training, assessment and recognition/reward
Delivering effective business communication through advice, review, leadership and direct contribution to management and team meetings, briefings, consultation forums, correspondence, publicity, monthly and ad-hoc reporting and other publications, as appropriate
Provide a learning environment, and appropriate training and development planning. Ensure basic training needs are delivered, employees are fully competent to undertake their roles, and can reach their full future potential
Demonstrate a willingness to attend on and off-site training for plant and systems as they are installed.
Accountabilities
Reporting to the Technical Operations Director
Accountability to functional heads, as appropriate
Accountable day-to-day to the relevant client contacts
Line management responsibility for the engineering team and contractors
Financial responsibility for the delivery of Plan commitments for the contract.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Must have prior experience working within Data Centres and critical environment background
HV Authorised Person (Preferable)
Completed recognised formal Electrical or Mechanical training to at least city and Guilds level, preferably ONC/HNC or Higher
Strong communication skills
Ability to lead, motivate and direct a team of technicians/operatives
Possess an understanding of Health and Safety issues, NEBOSH / IOSH, or equivalent formal training would be desirable
Conversant with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
A good level of English and Mathematics required
Strong organisational and communication skills with the ability to prioritise workloads
Ability to work under pressure whilst remaining calm, clear thinking and able to deliver the required services to the client within given time constraints
OUR BENEFITS - WHAT YOU´LL GET IN RETURN
Future-proof job opportunity with a true development guarantee in one of the fastest-growing Data Centre markets worldwide
TOP trainings with internationally recognized state-of-the-art certifications
Attractive salaries based on experience and qualification with an annual salary assessment/increase and other good benefits
International working environment with inspiring cross-border career opportunities
Creative working culture with challenging responsibilities and a high level of autonomy
DIVERSITY, OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY and WORK-LIFE BALANCE are practiced values!
Do you need more good reasons? Please take a look at our recent won awards:
Best Companies for Career Growth 2024 (Wallstreet Journal)
Best Places to Work 2024 (Globe St´s)
Commitment to Diversity and Talent Development Award 2024 (Datacloud Global Awards)
Outstanding Contribution to Skills and Training Award 2024 (DCS Awards)
TOP Company 2024 (Kununu)
HAVE WE AROUSED YOUR INTEREST?
If yes, please submit your application documents (CV, selected certificates, no cover letter necessary) incl. your availability and the ref. no. 168753 and salary expectations via our application system. For the sake of the environment, we kindly ask you to apply exclusively via e-Mail and to refrain from post applications.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.