VASANTHAKUMAR K

[email protected] • +91 99406 63340 • Chennai, India

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Data Center Project Manager with 16+ years of experience delivering and operating mission-critical data center infrastructure for hyperscale and enterprise environments. Proven expertise in Critical Environment (CE) systems including UPS, generators, MV/LV power distribution, AHUs, chillers, BMS/EPMS, and fire & life safety systems. Demonstrated ability to manage live-site projects, perform incident troubleshooting, support root cause analysis (RCA), and ensure SLA/OLA compliance with minimal customer impact. Strong background in end-to-end service delivery, cost control, safety compliance, vendor governance, and stakeholder management. Experienced in transitioning facilities from construction through commissioning into steady-state operations while maintaining uptime, availability, and security. Recognized for ownership, accountability, and collaboration across cross-functional teams in alignment with Microsoft’s culture and values.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Project Manager – MEP (Hyperscale Data Center)
11/2023 - Present
CtrlS Datacenters Ltd , Chennai, India
• Delivered end-to-end Critical Environment infrastructure for a hyperscale colocation data center (Microsoft – Maa’21), accountable for schedule, cost, quality, safety, and service readiness
• Managed live-site project activities with focus on risk mitigation, change management, and minimal disruption to customer services
• Led troubleshooting of installation and commissioning issues, coordinating with OEMs and internal teams to restore service readiness and prevent schedule or SLA impact
• Implemented governance and escalation frameworks (daily reviews, weekly dashboards, executive escalation) to address blockers and maintain delivery commitments
• Directed vendor and supplier management, including scope clarification, contract administration, progress validation, and invoice certification
• Reviewed and approved design documents, shop drawings, and as-builts (AutoCAD/Revit) to ensure compliance with CE standards and operational requirements
• Championed safety and security compliance, enforcing SWMS, MOPs, PTW systems, and achieving zero lost-time incidents
• Coordinated with Operations and Commissioning teams to align testing, documentation, RCA inputs, and transition plans for smooth handover to live operations
• Controlled project budgets through cost tracking, change management, and recovery planning, ensuring adherence to approved financial baselines
Senior Manager – Data Centers (Projects & Operations)
08/2014 - 11/2023
Reliance Jio Infocomm Ltd , Chennai, India
• Led delivery and operational readiness of multiple large-scale and mid-sized data centers (greenfield and brownfield) across Tamil Nadu and Andaman regions
• Owned Critical Environment systems including power (UPS, DGs, transformers, switchgear), cooling (chillers, AHUs, FAHUs), and fire & life safety systems
• Acted as DC Operations SPOC, accountable for uptime, availability, and service quality during stabilization and steady-state operations
• Managed incident response, vendor coordination, and preventive maintenance activities to meet SLA/OLA targets with minimal customer impact
• Supported incident investigations and RCA, implementing corrective and preventive actions to improve reliability and operational resilience
• Oversaw ELV and monitoring systems (BMS, EPMS, access control, CCTV, structured cabling) ensuring continuous visibility and control of CE infrastructure
• Ensured compliance with safety, security, and statutory requirements, securing CEIG, Fire, PESO, PCB, and other regulatory approvals
• Delivered cost optimization initiatives across CAPEX and OPEX through value engineering, manpower optimization, and energy efficiency measures
• Maintained strong stakeholder relationships with internal teams, consultants, vendors, and senior leadership through clear communication and expectation management
Electrical Engineer – Power Projects Division
10/2009 - 07/2014
BGR Energy Systems Ltd , India
• Executed installation and commissioning of high-voltage electrical systems for 500 MW thermal power plants
• Worked on transformers, DGs, HT/LT panels, motors, power and control cabling, earthing, and plant-wide lighting systems
• Coordinated with contractors and OEMs on testing, QA/QC, and commissioning activities to ensure compliance with specifications and safe handover

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Engineering – Electrical & Electronics Engineering
01/2009
Anna University

SKILLS

Technical Skills: • Data Center Project Management (DCPM) • Critical Environment (CE) Operations • Incident Management & RCA • SLA / OLA Compliance • UPS, DG, Transformers, MV/LV Switchgear • AHU, Chillers, Cooling Systems • BMS, EPMS, VESDA, ELV Systems • Change Management, MOP, PTW • Risk Assessment & Maintenance Planning • Safety, Security & Compliance • Vendor & Supplier Management • Cost Control & Budget Adherence • Commissioning, Testing & Handover • Uptime, Availability & Service Quality • Stakeholder Communication & Escalation

CERTIFICATIONS

Certified Data Centre Professional (CDCP)
Competency Certificate – Electrical Supervisor (‘C’ License), Tamil Nadu

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