Campus Operations Manager

Crane Data Centers Inc. (“Crane”) is building a new generation of smarter, more sustainable digital infrastructure. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for a hands-on, adaptable Campus Operations Manager to help drive forward site-level coordination, vendor management, and day-to-day operational excellence at our PDX Forest Grove, OR data center campus. This is a critical role that will set the strategy for data center operations at the intersection of development and construction activities. 

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations at the PDX Forest Grove, OR campus, including coordinating third-party operations support staff, soft services (e.g., janitorial and landscaping), vendors, site access, deliveries, and job site logistics. 
• Prior to data hall turnover, support construction and commissioning teams by tracking milestones, managing punch lists, and ensuring documentation is up to date and accurate.
• Act as an operational subject matter expert for  internal teams (design, development, legal, procurement) and external partners (GCs, subs, utility providers, local officials).
• Help develop, implement, and evolve standard operating procedures and methods of procedure applicable to Forest Grove and future facilities.
• Assist in the development of maintenance and service workflows in partnership with engineering and facilities teams.
• Coordinate data center customer readiness activities, including site tours, onboarding, and handoff plans.
• Maintain detailed records, trackers, and reports to support internal updates and investor communications.
• Identify gaps, inefficiencies, or risks during the construction and turnover process and throughout operations while  proposing thoughtful improvements.
• Support the recruitment and onboarding of future ops team members.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience managing data center operations, mission-critical construction, facilities management, or related roles.
• Strong project coordination skills and comfort with ambiguity.
• Experience working on-site with and alongside construction and commissioning teams.
• Expertise with critical data center systems (electrical/mechanical). 
• Comfortable managing multiple stakeholders and shifting priorities.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and a clear communicator.
• Passion for operational excellence, sustainability, and problem-solving.
• Bonus: experience in early-stage data center environments, playbook creation, and  cross-functional coordination.
  
  

Travel

• This role is a full-time onsite position at our Forest Grove, OR campus.  
• Potential to travel up to 25% to support Crane corporately.

Why Crane?

This is an exciting time to join our growing company. As part of Crane’s core team, you’ll get to work cross-functionally, challenge the way we do things, and put your ideas into action.

Crane offers a competitive compensation package, benefits, and an environment that recognizes and rewards your contributions.

Crane prides itself on helping team members thrive in their work and life. As a result, we believe that each member of the team is a valuable part of the organization and offers a comprehensive compensation package that reflects this value.  As an employee of Crane, you will enjoy: unlimited time off, paid holidays, parental leave, and competitive equity options that ensure a meaningful stake in Crane’s future success. 

Crane is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veterans status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 

About Us

Headquartered in San Francisco, Crane was founded after recognizing the need for a new, more sustainable approach to developing and operating data centers. As both hyperscale data center developers and former buyers of capacity, our team has a unique perspective on innovation and design. We put our clients first and offer flexible, sustainable, data center capacity when and where they need it most. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Crane is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited referrals.