Michael Hale
Marshall,VA
Summary
Strategic engineering and program leader with 15+ years of experience delivering high-impact data center infrastructure solutions across hyperscale, enterprise, and AI/ML environments. Proven ability to lead national technical programs, drive cross-functional alignment, manage customer solutions, and support site selection, buildout, and commissioning efforts. Expert in end-to-end data center design/build processes, including electrical and mechanical systems integration for advanced compute infrastructure. Trusted by executive stakeholders to drive technical scope, manage RFP responses, and deliver scalable solutions in fast-paced environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Engineering
Network Connex
12.2024 - Current
- Serve as engineering lead for national-scale hyperscale and enterprise data center deployments.
- Collaborate with construction and development teams to capture electrical, mechanical, and infrastructure needs.
- Guide solutions around AI-ready rack configurations and network topography.
- Leveraged professional networks and industry knowledge to strengthen client relationships.
Program Manager
Network Connex
07.2024 - Current
- Lead cross-functional technical delivery teams and manage project lifecycle from scope development to execution.
- Coordinate stakeholder direction for GPU-ready network PODs and structured cabling.
- Addressed and resolved technical, financial, and operational concerns by working with team members and directors.
- Interacted with customers and clients to identify business needs and requirements.
- Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
Program Manager
National Technologies (NTI)
02.2024 - 07.2024
- Directed hyperscale deployments and managed customer solution reviews and RFP/RFI responses.
- Provided technical guidance for high-density computing infrastructure.
National Program Manager – Data Center Services
MidPoint Technology Group
11.2022 - 01.2024
- Delivered lifecycle project management and national team growth.
- Conducted site walks and developed documentation for power and cabling systems.
- Met tight deadlines to satisfy client demands and project timelines.
- Designed infrastructure solutions to resolve business issues and improve delivery processes.
- Trained hyperscale teams in fiber deployment to accomplish set goals and benchmarks set by both internal and external stakeholders.
Sr. Project Manager / Sr. Service Delivery Manager / Project Manager
Rahi Systems
04.2019 - 09.2022
- Managed global rack & stack, copper/fiber installs, and cabinet deployments.
- Supported accounts exceeding $100M in annual revenue.
Senior Data Center Engineer
Equinix
06.2017 - 04.2019
- Led engineering operations and managed infrastructure upgrades at key interconnect site.
Sonar Technician
US Navy
02.2010 - 02.2013
- Operated and maintained advanced electronic sonar systems in critical mission environments.
Education
B.S. - Information Systems – Cybersecurity & Forensics
Strayer University
Manassas, VA09.2018
Skills
- Hyperscale infrastructure delivery
- Electrical & Mechanical System Oversight
- AI/ML Infrastructure
- Program/Project Management
- Solutions Engineering
- RFP/RFI Management
- Team Leadership
- Technical Staff Development
- Site Walks
- Fit-Out Planning
- Cut Sheet Validation
- AutoCAD
- MS Office Suite
- Resource allocation
- Engineering leadership
- Technical consulting
Timeline
Director of Engineering
Network Connex
12.2024 - Current
Program Manager
Network Connex
07.2024 - Current
Program Manager
National Technologies (NTI)
02.2024 - 07.2024
National Program Manager – Data Center Services
MidPoint Technology Group
11.2022 - 01.2024
Sr. Project Manager / Sr. Service Delivery Manager / Project Manager
Rahi Systems
04.2019 - 09.2022
Senior Data Center Engineer
Equinix
06.2017 - 04.2019
Sonar Technician
US Navy
02.2010 - 02.2013
B.S. - Information Systems – Cybersecurity & Forensics
Strayer University
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