Data Center Requirements Specialist

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Join NTT Global Data Centers and be part of a team that drives innovation and sustainability in the digital world. With over 150 data centers across more than 20 countries globally, we offer unparalleled opportunities to work on cutting-edge technology and transformative projects. Experience a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive workplace where your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported.

Your role at a glance

The Data Center Requirements Specialist is an execution-focused individual contributor responsible for supporting the development, maintenance, and coordination of Owner’s Product Requirements (OPRs) that support global data center planning, design, and delivery.

Reporting to the Director, Portfolio Growth and Enablement, this role supports the enterprise requirements framework by maintaining site-specific OPRs, coordinating requirements inputs and updates, supporting change management activities, and helping ensure requirements are clear, current, and consistently documented.

The role works closely with Strategic Planning, Design, Front-End Planning, Portfolio Enablement, and delivery teams to support requirements documentation, coordination, and project readiness.

What we are looking for

SUMMARY

The Data Center Requirements Specialist is an execution-focused individual contributor responsible for supporting the development, maintenance, and coordination of Owner’s Product Requirements (OPRs) that support global data center planning, design, and delivery.

 

Reporting to the Director, Portfolio Growth and Enablement, this role supports the enterprise requirements framework by maintaining site-specific OPRs, coordinating requirements inputs and updates, supporting change management activities, and helping ensure requirements are clear, current, and consistently documented.

 

The role works closely with Strategic Planning, Design, Front-End Planning, Portfolio Enablement, and delivery teams to support requirements documentation, coordination, and project readiness.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• OPR Development & Maintenance
  • Support the development, update, and maintenance of site-specific Owner’s Product Requirements (OPRs) in alignment with global standards.
  • Maintain documentation, version control, and lifecycle records for OPRs.
  • Incorporate approved requirement changes under the direction of requirements and functional leadership.
  • Support preparation of new or updated OPR documentation for review and approval.
• Requirements Coordination
  • Coordinate requirements inputs and feedback from planning, design, engineering, delivery, and other stakeholders.
  • Respond to routine questions regarding OPR content and requirements documentation, escalating interpretation or exceptions as appropriate.
  • Help ensure requirements and decisions are documented consistently across projects.
  • Support communication of requirements to project and regional stakeholders.
• Change Management & Governance Support
  • Support requirement change processes, including intake, documentation, tracking, and coordination of impact assessments.
  • Prepare materials, documentation, and status updates for requirements governance forums.
  • Track approved changes and ensure updates are incorporated into applicable OPR documentation.
  • Maintain records of requirements decisions, approvals, and changes.
• Project Enablement & Readiness
  • Support initiation of new OPRs for new sites, expansions, or significant scope changes.
  • Coordinate with Portfolio Enablement, Strategic Planning, Design, and other teams to support OPR readiness against project milestones.
  • Support preparation and handoff of approved OPRs to Design and Front-End Planning teams.
  • Track requirements-related actions and deliverables through completion.
• Monitoring & Continuous Improvement
  • Support tracking of requirements adoption and usage across active projects.
  • Identify documentation gaps, inconsistencies, and opportunities to improve clarity or usability.
  • Maintain requirements process documentation, templates, guidance, and supporting materials.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement and standardization of requirements processes.

 

KNOWLEDGE & ATTRIBUTES

• General knowledge of data center planning, design, engineering, or delivery processes.
• Familiarity with technical requirements, standards, design documentation, or similar structured documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Ability to understand technical information and communicate it clearly.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities.
• Ability to work effectively in a global, matrixed organization.
• Willingness to learn and develop greater knowledge of data center requirements and OPR processes.

 

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.

 

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• 2–5 years of experience in data center planning, design, engineering, construction, project coordination, technical documentation, or a related role.
• Experience working with technical requirements, standards, design documentation, or structured business processes preferred.
• Experience coordinating activities across multiple functional teams preferred.
• Familiarity with document management, version control, and structured approval processes.
• Data center industry experience preferred.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Remain stationary for long periods of time.
• Operate computer, peripherals and other office equipment.
• Primarily sitting with some walking, standing and bending.
• Able to hear and speak on the telephone or computer-based telecommunication system
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other technical instruments
• Availability across global time zones.

Compensation Pay Range

For roles residing in the US, we share pay and benefit levels to support pay transparency requirements. For other countries, we are more than happy to share our competitive pay and benefit levels during the interview process.

This is a remote position that requires reliable internet connection and electricity. A monthly stipend is provided to cover expenses associated with working remotely and use of a personal mobile device, if applicable.

NTT Global Data Centers Americas, Inc. offers competitive compensation based on experience, education, and location. Base salary for this position is:

$108,000 - $135,000

All regular full-time employees are eligible for an annual bonus; payout is dependent upon individual and company performance.

Employees receive paid time-off, medical, dental, and vision benefits, life and supplemental insurance, short-term and long-term disability, flexible spending account, and 401k retirement plan to create a rich Total Rewards package.

Who we are

As the third largest data center provider, we operate over 150 data centers in more than 20 countries and regions. We understand that every business – large and small – has its own unique needs and goals. We offer local-to-global data center expertise, aligned with our connected platform of AI-ready data centers to create solutions that enable our clients to seamlessly scale their digital businesses, anywhere and anytime.

NTT Global Data Centers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category. Join our growing global team and accelerate your career with us. Apply today.