GRANT R. SHERLOCK
Summary
Results-driven Data Center Manager experienced in data center operations and infrastructure management. Achieved high productivity and operational uptime through strategic planning and effective team leadership. Focused on continuous improvement, successfully implementing upgrades and enhancing disaster recovery processes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Data Center Manager
OVHcloud
02.2022 - Current
- Oversaw data center operations, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. Including a staff of 19 personnel in critical infrastructure, IT and stock teams.
- Successfully worked with international project teams to expand electrical and cooling capacity.
- Implemented best practices for disaster recovery and business continuity planning.
- Developed strategic initiatives to enhance energy efficiency and reduce operational costs.
- Managed budgets effectively, balancing resource demands with organizational financial constraints and adhering to yearly operations and project budgets.
- Provided technical support during critical incidents, promptly addressing issues to minimize service impact.
- Conducted regular reviews of existing systems, identifying areas for improvement to enhance overall operational efficiency.
Project Manager
OVHcloud
11.2020 - 02.2022
- Directed all phases of project management, from procurement to commissioning, to achieve successful project delivery.
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver cloud infrastructure projects on time and within scope.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Developed project plans, timelines, and resource allocation strategies to align team efforts with project objectives.
- Implemented risk management processes to identify potential issues and mitigate impacts proactively.
- Streamlined communication channels among stakeholders to improve project visibility and ensure timely collaboration.
- Delivered project status updates to stakeholders and executive management, facilitating informed decision-making.
Infrastructure Technician
OVHcloud
11.2017 - 10.2020
- Managed infrastructure maintenance and upgrades to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Implemented monitoring systems to identify and resolve network issues proactively.
- Monitored system performance and resolved technical issues promptly.
- Mentored junior technicians on hardware installation and configuration best practices to improve team expertise.
- Documented procedures and updates for operational workflows and standards.
- Coordinated with vendors to resolve technical issues and procure additional resources.
- Installed and operated water cooling technology to enhance system cooling efficiency.
Education
CFC Universal
State License -
Contractors License, Building Commercial
Richmond, VAHigh School Diploma -
Penn Foster School
Scranton, PASkills
- Data center operations
- Incident management
- Infrastructure development
- Operational efficiency
- Budget management
- Team leadership
- Employee training
- Problem solving
- Time management
References
Provided upon request
Timeline
Data Center Manager
OVHcloud
02.2022 - Current
Project Manager
OVHcloud
11.2020 - 02.2022
Infrastructure Technician
OVHcloud
11.2017 - 10.2020
CFC Universal
State License -
Contractors License, Building Commercial
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster School