Project Manager

About Us

Core42, a leader in AI-powered cloud and digital infrastructure, is driving transformative technology solutions globally. Leveraging advanced resources and partnerships, Core42 empowers clients to harness sovereign AI infrastructure, especially in sectors with stringent regulatory needs. With a mission to redefine digital transformation, we combine sovereign capabilities with scalable, high-performance compute infrastructure, positioning itself at the forefront of AI innovation in the Middle East and beyond.

The opportunity

As a Project Manager at Core42 in the United States, you will lead the delivery of HPC infrastructure into our newly built data centre, requiring significant onsite presence. Your main focus will be on driving installation to ensure capacity is available within the expected timeframe, and ensuring all documentation is readily available to assist operations in maintaining the equipment.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for the full end-to-end project management lifecycle (Business Requirements, Design, Planning, Execution, and Handover) in line with business expectations on specification, quality, cost, and schedule.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans including timelines, monitoring progress, and making adjustments as necessary to ensure successful completion.
• Create and maintain up-to-date project documentation, including but not limited to meeting minutes, status reports, RAID logs, change requests, and technical documentation.
• Proactively manage internal stakeholder expectations and communications, including ELT, to ensure deliverables are aligned and any deviations to the plan can be appropriately managed.
• Proactively monitor and manage risks throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring timely resolution of any issues, escalating where appropriate for help and assistance.
• Facilitate and lead workshops with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, align deliverables, and track progress.
• Establish, manage, and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, ensuring SOWs are fit for purpose, allowing for performance to be managed and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
• Work with Solution Architects, Engineers, and internal departments such as legal, finance, and procurement to facilitate the procurement of infrastructure equipment to ensure availability per project schedule.
• Oversee installation and commissioning phases, coordinating logistics and on-site activities.
• Support onsite testing and remediation activity, ensuring the product is ready for service.
• Ensure agreed handover of infrastructure to operations teams with full documentation and training as required.
• Ensure the project is properly closed out from a project management perspective.

Qualifications

Required skills / qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. A Master’s degree or advanced certifications are often preferred.
• Demonstrable Project Management experience involving Data Centre builds and HPC installation.
• A background in computer science, engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional).

Preferred Skills / Qualifications

• Familiarity with the tools and platforms used in AI and HPC environments.
• Ability to navigate and thrive in an unstructured environment.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and follow-through.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to motivate and guide cross-functional teams towards project goals.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Analytical thinker with a problem-solving mindset and a hands-on approach.
• Collaborative team player with a a commitment to delivering quality outcomes.
• Strong understanding of data center infrastructure components, including power, cooling, compute, networking, and Cloud platforms.
• Familiarity with industry standards such as Uptime Institute, TIA-942, and ASHRAE guidelines.
• Experience with Tier 3 data centre design and construction.
• Knowledge of HSE and compliance requirements in critical infrastructure environments.

What Working At Core42 Offers

With a diverse team of 1,100+ employees from 68 nationalities, we foster an inclusive, innovative, and collaborative environment. At Core42, we foster a culture grounded in trust, accountability, and high performance. We are united by our values: Grit, where we overcome challenges with resilience and determination, Passion, which drives us to pursue excellence in everything we do, and Impact, as we aim to inspire progress and create meaningful change. Our team members thrive in an environment where each person’s contributions propel us forward, and together, we commit to achieving extraordinary results.

Core42 is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, Core42 does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact us on reasonableaccommodations@core42.com including the role you’re applying for and the accommodation necessary to assist you with the recruiting process.

Key skills/competency

• Project Management
• HPC Installation
• Data Center Operations
• Infrastructure Delivery
• Stakeholder Management
• Risk Management
• Vendor Management
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Technical Documentation
• AI/Cloud Infrastructure