Our Broder Public Sector Client is searching for Technical Architecture (Data Centre Specialist) to join their team,
Description:
Client has an existing capital project that is currently in the execution
phase to retrofit existing or create new Server Rooms/Entrance Room
infrastructure at the Toronto Water plants. To facilitate these improvements,
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client requires one (1) Data Centre Specialist to provide technical
and project support. The specialist will work collaboratively with internal and
external teams’ coordination, execution and close-out phase. The key
functions of this role include technical advisory, project coordination, reviewing
project artefacts and providing guidance and technology infrastructure/data
center migration. The resource will report to the Senior Project Manager
and/or Project Manager within.
Advantages
Good compensation working on a local project that makes an impact locally! - Competitive contract opportunity with potential for extension
- Lead enterprise-level microservices and cloud-based application development
- Hybrid work model (as per client requirements)
Responsibilities
2.0 Assignment 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 the client.
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 external
meetings, 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
Qualifications
3.0 Qualifications
Qualification & Experience
1. Post secondary education in Information Technology, Engineering or
related discipline from a recognized institution or approved equivalent
amount of training/education and experience.
2. Considering experience in Data Centre/Computer Room retrofit, upgrades
or 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 planning
and implementing projects and/or work packages.
5. Experience as an architect in an infrastructure / technology architecture
environment.
Must also have:
6. Must possess a valid Province of Ontario Class "G" Driver’s and have
access 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 business
case, feasibility study, detailed budget submission and RFI/Q/P).
8. Ability to establish and maintain an effective consulting relationship with all
stakeholders with a strong customer service orientation.
9. Ability to work effectively as a team member and work collaboratively with
others in a multidisciplinary team.
10. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and possess
good presentations skills.
11. Ability to evaluate and recommend new solutions, approaches and
methodologies. This includes but not limited to architecture, mechanical,
electrical, communications, security, etc.
12. Excellent problem solving, leadership, facilitation, interpersonal and
communications 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 for
Data 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.
Summary
If interested please apply for immediate consideration! If you meet the following skill set please apply today!
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
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Our Broder Public Sector Client is searching for Technical Architecture (Data Centre Specialist) to join their team,
Description:
Client has an existing capital project that is currently in the execution
phase to retrofit existing or create new Server Rooms/Entrance Room
infrastructure at the Toronto Water plants. To facilitate these improvements,
client requires one (1) Data Centre Specialist to provide technical
and project support. The specialist will work collaboratively with internal and
external teams’ coordination, execution and close-out phase. The key
functions of this role include technical advisory, project coordination, reviewing
project artefacts and providing guidance and technology infrastructure/data
center migration. The resource will report to the Senior Project Manager
and/or Project Manager within.
Advantages
Good compensation working on a local project that makes an impact locally! - Competitive contract opportunity with potential for extension
- Lead enterprise-level microservices and cloud-based application development
- Hybrid work model (as per client requirements)
Responsibilities
...
2.0 Assignment 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 the client.
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 external
meetings, 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
Qualifications
3.0 Qualifications
Qualification & Experience
1. Post secondary education in Information Technology, Engineering or
related discipline from a recognized institution or approved equivalent
amount of training/education and experience.
2. Considering experience in Data Centre/Computer Room retrofit, upgrades
or 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 planning
and implementing projects and/or work packages.
5. Experience as an architect in an infrastructure / technology architecture
environment.
Must also have:
6. Must possess a valid Province of Ontario Class "G" Driver’s and have
access 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 business
case, feasibility study, detailed budget submission and RFI/Q/P).
8. Ability to establish and maintain an effective consulting relationship with all
stakeholders with a strong customer service orientation.
9. Ability to work effectively as a team member and work collaboratively with
others in a multidisciplinary team.
10. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and possess
good presentations skills.
11. Ability to evaluate and recommend new solutions, approaches and
methodologies. This includes but not limited to architecture, mechanical,
electrical, communications, security, etc.
12. Excellent problem solving, leadership, facilitation, interpersonal and
communications 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 for
Data 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.
Summary
If interested please apply for immediate consideration! If you meet the following skill set please apply today!
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
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