Job Title: Technical Architecture (Data Centre Specialist)
Duration: 4 months +
Location: Toronto
Duties:
Reporting to the Senior Project Manager and/or Project Manager, the Data Centre Specialist will be the subject matter expert and lead, working in collaboration with other team leads, providing technical guidance, overall strategy, planning, design, overseeing execution and commissioning of the Data Centre/Computer Room upgrade project. The specialist will execute the following:
1. Conduct assessment (availability, site/location selection, uptime,capacity, efficiency, etc.) for existing mission critical Data Centre/Computer Room facilities for Toronto Water.
2. Determines requirements, researches, evaluates, recommends,designs, develops and/or acquires, implements and provides technical and business support for retrofit, upgrade or new build Data Centre/Computer Room to meet client and business requirements.
3. Prepares RFI/Q/Ps and other formal project documents (e.g. SOWs,MOUs, SLAs); leads the development of consultant requirements and Requests for Proposals, undertakes briefings and site inspections during the proposal stage and evaluates proposals and recommends the selection of consultants for assigned projects
4. Represents Business Unit as required in internal and externalmeetings, forums and presentations regarding business and technical solutions, technology and methodology decisions, development and deployment directions, information policies and standards, and other management aspects deemed as relevant and appropriate
5. Determines the daily management of project management action items and timelines.
6. Assesses and establishes project milestones, progress and reporting. Manages and organizes project documentation
7. Inspects and oversees the work in progress by contractors, ensuring that all work is carried out according to approved specifications, quality standards and government regulations
8. Performs record keeping tasks by ensuring the timely and efficient preparation, processing and maintenance of all reports, drawings, tender documentation, designs and records associated with assigned projects
9. Works with consultants, (including architects and engineers),contractors, and Toronto Water staff during all phases of the project.
10. Reviews engineering drawings and specifications for completeness andaccuracy and provides comments and recommendations in accordance with Toronto Water standards
11. Attends meetings at all phases of project development andimplementation ensuring accurate minute and record keeping
12. Ensures post construction documentation is received and is completeincluding as-built drawings, maintenance manuals and warranty information
13. Follows-up prior to expiration of warranty periods to ensure completionof all warranty deficiencies
14. Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification & Experience
1. Post secondary education in Information Technology, Engineering orrelated discipline from a recognized institution or approved equivalent amount of training/education and experience.
2. Considering experience in Data Centre/Computer Room retrofit, upgradesor new construction projects and data centre migration.
3. Considerable experience reading and interpreting architectural,mechanical, electrical, network topology/structured cabling drawings.
4. Considerable experience utilizing project management tools for planningand implementing projects and/or work packages.
5. Experience as an architect in an infrastructure / technology architectureenvironment.
Must also have:
6. Must possess a valid Province of Ontario Class “G” Driver’s and haveaccess to a vehicle. Proponents must submit a copy of the Candidate's driver's license along with the submission.
7. Ability to prepare project documents including but not limited to businesscase, feasibility study, detailed budget submission and RFI/Q/P).
8. Ability to establish and maintain an effective consulting relationship with allstakeholders with a strong customer service orientation.
9. Ability to work effectively as a team member and work collaboratively withothers in a multidisciplinary team.
10. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and possessgood presentations skills.
11. Ability to evaluate and recommend new solutions, approaches andmethodologies. This includes but not limited to architecture, mechanical, electrical, communications, security, etc.
12. Excellent problem solving, leadership, facilitation, interpersonal andcommunications skills.
13. Knowledge of technology infrastructure and server and network topology
14. Knowledge of Data Centre/Computer Room designs as well as current and emerging Data Centre/Computer Room technologies including power
(UPS, PDU, Rack Power Strips), cooling (CRAC), fire protection, structured cabling, racks/cabinets, etc.
15. Knowledge of TIA-942 – Telecommunications Infrastructure Standard forData Centres; Uptime Institute Standards
16. Knowledge of project management principles, construction methods &planning and related procedures.
17. Knowledge of the WHMIS Legislation, Ontario Occupational Health and
Safety Act, and Ontario Codes and Regulations related to Construction Projects as they apply to repairs, renovations, and new construction for Data Centre/Computer and Entrance Rooms.
18. Knowledge of MS Project, MS Visio, MS Office, one or more project issue tracking systems.
Deliverables
2. Work as a Data Centre Specialist to provide project support in the timelyand successful completion of the capital project.
3. Authors and maintains documentation, including but not limited toarchitecture, standards, processes, security, technical memo's, assessments, and inventory to ensure high quality service and project support
4. Gather, analyze, and evaluate business requirements, constraints,evaluate existing conditions, develop technical requirements, develop standards document and drawings, develop implementation plans, develop verification/testing plan.
5. Develop and document architecture standards and strategies to promotethe long-term stability, efficiency, and effectiveness of Toronto Water's Data Centre/Computer Rooms.
6. Develop Data Centre/Computer Room operational run book
7. Develop project documentation as required.
8. Review and provide recommendation for Data Centre/Computer Roominfrastructure design
9. Review RFI questions and prepare responses as required
10. Other deliverables as directed by management.
The pay range that the employer reasonably expects to pay for this position is between CA$90.00 and CA$110.00
Our voluntary benefits offering includes medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits.
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.
Tundra Technical Solutions would like to thank you for the interest you have demonstrated in this opportunity. However, only candidates with the required skills will be contacted.
Tundra Technical Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We welcome and encourage diversity in our workplace.
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