Solutions Manager, AI, Global

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Position Overview

This role can be based remotely in the US.

The Solutions Manager, AI, Global will report directly to the Director, AI, Global and will support the efficiency and growth of Vantage Data Centers' global AI initiatives. This is a non-technical leadership role focused on orchestrating complex AI workstreams, bridging business and technical stakeholders, and ensuring alignment with the organization's broader AI objectives.

In keeping with Vantage Data Centers' values, the Solutions Manager, AI, Global will interact with various business units - such as IT, cybersecurity, legal, design, delivery, operations, and product teams - to build a cohesive, responsible, and innovative AI environment. The Solutions Manager will coordinate cross-functional efforts, maintain clear lines of communication, and champion best practices in AI governance, ultimately driving sustainable value across all regions.

Essential Job Functions

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the planning, execution, and monitoring of major AI initiatives from concept to delivery, with initial focus on Functional Adoption and Technical Infrastructure workstreams.

• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (IT, Security, Legal, Compliance, and more) to ensure smooth program execution, clear milestone tracking, and timely issue resolution.

• Collaborate with leadership to develop and refine AI governance frameworks, including ethical guidelines, risk management policies, and compliance requirements.

• Act as a key contributor or leader within the AI Center of Excellence (CoE), ensuring best practices, standards, and methodologies are shared and adopted across the organization.

• Serve as a liaison across multiple regions (North America, EMEA, APAC) to align AI initiatives with local regulations, cultural nuances, and business objectives.

• Maintain comprehensive program documentation, including timelines, resource plans, budgets, and risk registers.

• Monitor program risks, dependencies, and deliverables, providing regular progress updates to stakeholders and executive leadership.

• Ensure AI solutions are strategically aligned with real-world design, construction, and operational requirements within the data center lifecycle.

• Apply AEC/O experience to identify high-impact use cases and guide technical teams on practical AI implementation.

• Champion ethical AI usage, leading efforts to implement responsible data practices and governance frameworks.

• Stay flexible and adaptive, acknowledging that the program's scope and focus areas will evolve as AI initiatives mature.

• Take on additional tasks or responsibilities as needed to advance the AI program's objectives.

Duties:

• Conduct regular meetings with key stakeholders to capture feedback, address concerns, and disseminate critical updates on AI projects.

• Collaborate on the AI roadmap by identifying emerging opportunities, prioritizing deliverables, and facilitating continuous improvement.

• Ensure alignment with broader corporate objectives and the organization's technology vision.

• Champion change management initiatives, fostering an environment of continuous learning and iteration.

• Identify process bottlenecks and propose enhancements to optimize AI delivery, reduce operational risk, and increase ROI.

• Manage internal and external resources (e.g., consultants, vendors) to deliver AI projects on time and within scope.

Additional Duties:

• Handle additional duties as assigned by Management.

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

• Minimum 7-10 years overall work experience preferred, with 3+ years in a leadership or program management role.

• Firm requirement: Demonstrated experience in the AEC/O (Architecture, Engineering, Construction, and Operations) industry, ideally with a strong understanding of data center design, construction, and operational processes.

• Proven track record overseeing complex, multi-workstream programs, including budget and timeline coordination.

• Familiarity with both traditional (e.g., PMP) and agile (Scrum, Kanban) methodologies.

• Comfortable working with AI/ML concepts, data pipelines, and basic analytics approaches.

• Exposure to AI certifications (e.g., AI Product Management, AI Governance Frameworks) is preferred but not required.

• Experience coordinating closely with cybersecurity, legal, and risk management teams to ensure data privacy and regulatory compliance.

• Ability to implement or uphold AI governance best practices across disparate teams.

• Capacity to build, cultivate, and leverage professional networks and relationships across global teams.

• Skilled at developing and delivering successful presentations, facilitating negotiations, and achieving consensus among diverse stakeholders.

• Comfort in a fast-paced, dynamic, and entrepreneurial environment with minimal direction.

• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and adapt to shifting program scopes and timelines.

• Travel required is expected to be up to 10% but may increase over time as the business evolves.

Physical Demands and Special Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Additional Details

• Salary Range: $155,000-$165,000 Base + Bonus (this range is based on Colorado market data and may vary in other locations)

• This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.

• Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.

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Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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