Senior Facility Manager

CyrusOne

Aurora, IL

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

SKILLS

Accounting, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Asset Management, Budgeting, Business Continuity Planning (BCP), Capacity Management, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX), Cloud Computing, Coaching, Collocation, Communication Skills, Contract Review, Corrective Action, Cost Reporting, Customer Experience, Customer Relations, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Support/Service, Digital Art, Documentation, Documentation Plan, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Facilities Management, Finance, Forecasting, Fortune 1000 Customers, Hybrid Cloud, Incident Management, Inside Sales, Leadership, Leading Edge Technology, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Mechanical Engineering, Metrics, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Network Operations Center, Operational Expenditure (OPEX), Operational Strategy, Operational Support, Operations Processes, People Management, Performance Reviews, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Preventative Maintenance, Procedure Development, Process Management, Project/Program Management, Reporting Skills, Sales Prospecting, Sales Support, Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), Staff Training, Sustainability, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Management, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Aurora, IL

POSTED

6 days ago

Under the direction of the Regional Operations Director, oversee the daily operation of the data centers and associated critical infrastructure by managing internal and external resources and providing an exceptional customer experience each day for every customer. The Senior Facility Manager will ensure that the facilities are being operated within the mandated CyrusOne procedures and standards. The Senior Facility Manager will manage the implementation process for all customer orders and build-outs within his or her region.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Facility Manager to provide strategic oversight and operational leadership across our data center environments. In this role, you will partner closely with internal teams, vendors, and customers to ensure flawless facility operations, drive operational excellence, and maintain full compliance across all critical systems and processes.

This position is ideal for a seasoned professional with deep expertise in critical infrastructure management, data center operations, vendor oversight, incident management, and customer support.

What You’ll Do:

Facility & Environmental Operations

+ Lead day‑to‑day operational coordination with on‑site engineering teams

+ Oversee preventative and corrective maintenance programs for all assigned facilities

+ Provide direction and support during operational issues, incidents, or escalations

+ Partner with management on staffing, scheduling, performance reviews, coaching, and training needs

+ Maintain and update all Operations Policies, Procedures, and Guidelines

+ Manage all vendors performing work in the data center and ensure proper compliance

Asset Management

+ Oversee asset tracking systems and ensure accurate lifecycle management

+ Provide asset reports for internal stakeholders and customers

Incident Management

+ Lead the local incident management process from start to closure

+ Ensure timely and accurate incident documentation and RCA development

+ Validate completeness of RCAs and ensure corrective actions are implemented

+ Escalate unresolved or repeated issues as required

Capacity Management

+ Maintain up‑to‑date reporting on all facility capacity metrics

+ Forecast future capacity needs and identify required changes or constraints

Customer Support & Coordination

+ Work with centralized Implementation Managers to ensure on‑time delivery of customer build‑outs

+ Manage project work related to Facility Operations including POs, vendor coordination, cost tracking, and reporting

+ Support Sales and internal teams in the placement of new customer deployments

+ Serve as the primary point of contact for customer operational needs

+ Lead facility tours for prospective customers

+ Review customer contracts and represent the company in customer audits

Reporting & Compliance

+ Manage all monthly internal and external reporting requirements

+ Collaborate with Finance, Accounting, EH&S, Compliance, Security, and other teams to meet reporting deadlines

+ Ensure customer reporting is accurate and delivered on schedule

+ Maintain Business Continuity Planning documentation and training

+ Support SOX audits, certifications, and compliance initiatives

Budgeting & Forecasting

+ Manage regional OPEX in alignment with approved budgets

+ Create CAPEX plans for equipment upgrades, maintenance, and replacement cycles

What We’re Looking For

+ Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field _(Equivalent experience may be considered in place of a degree)_

+ 7+ years of experience managing critical infrastructure, preferably in a data center

+ 10+ years of supervisory or personnel management experience

+ Strong background in electrical, mechanical, and other critical facility systems

+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills

+ Strong leadership and team management experience

+ Exceptional organizational and time‑management skills

+ Ability to thrive under pressure and manage multiple priorities

+ Strong customer‑service mindset with a positive, solutions‑focused attitude

+ Experience developing procedures and training staff

+ Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools

+ Willingness to adjust work hours during emergency events (e.g., hurricanes)

Work Environment & Physical Demands

+ Standard office environment with occasional elevated stress

+ Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

+ Availability for after‑hours support when required

+ 10 - 15% Travel required

Salary range: $115,000-$145,00

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CyrusOne is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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CyrusOne is a leading global data center developer and operator specializing in delivering state-of-the-art digital infrastructure solutions. With more than 50 high-performance mission-critical facilities worldwide, the Company ensures the continued operation of digital infrastructure for nearly 1,000 customers, including approximately 200 Fortune 1000 companies.

CyrusOne’s leading global platform of hybrid-cloud and multi-cloud deployments offers customers colocation, hyperscale, and build-to-suit environments, which help enhance the strategic connections of their essential data infrastructures and support the achievement of sustainability goals. CyrusOne data centers offer world-class flexibility, enabling clients to modernize, simplify, and rapidly respond to changing demands. Combining exceptional financial strength, a broad global footprint, and continued investment in key digital gateway markets, CyrusOne provides the world’s largest companies with long-term stability and strategic advantage at scale. For more information, please visit cyrusone.com (https://protect-us.mimecast.com/s/yRv0Cv2rY1irrOmMUQ2LCm?domain=cyrusone.com/) .

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