James Taylor
About James Taylor
James Taylor is a Project Manager at DP Air Corporation, where he has worked since 2014, overseeing installation and upgrade services in data center environments. With over 40 years of experience in the computer and critical power industry, he specializes in power quality and data center cooling systems.
Work at DP Air Corporation
James Taylor has served as a Project Manager at DP Air Corporation since 2014, accumulating 10 years of experience in this role. Based in the Phoenix, Arizona area, he manages installation and de-installation services, along with upgrades of critical facilities within the data center environment. His responsibilities include preparing client proposals for maintenance, modifications, and upgrade services, as well as following up on these proposals and requests for quotes. Taylor also conducts safety meetings and project meetings to ensure adherence to safety practices and quality standards.
Education and Expertise
James Taylor studied Computer Science at the University of Maryland - European Division (Wiesbaden), where he earned an Associate of Arts (AA) degree. He possesses specialized expertise in power quality and various systems and products, including Liebert, Emerson, DataAire, APC, MGE, PDI, transformers, flywheel, VRLA, and wet cell batteries. His technical knowledge extends to data center cooling systems, including In-Row and perimeter cooling, CRAC systems, and monitoring systems.
Background in Data Center Solutions
Prior to his tenure at DP Air Corporation, James Taylor worked at LDP as a Data Center Design/Solutions Consultant from 2007 to 2014. In this role, he was responsible for outside sales of service maintenance agreements and modifications of ASCO ATSs and PCS across Arizona, New Mexico, El Paso, and Las Vegas. His experience includes collaborating with engineering, facility, contractors, and IT groups to provide comprehensive project management services for critical facilities.
Project Management Responsibilities
In his role as Project Manager, James Taylor is responsible for reviewing and writing contracts, developing scripts and scopes-of-work, and ordering and tracking materials. He has over 40 years of experience in the computer and critical power industry, with a strong focus on project management and technical sales. His extensive background enables him to effectively manage complex projects and ensure successful outcomes.