Director of Construction (Data Center)

About TensorWave

Our mission is simple: deliver seamless secure reliable and resilient AI compute at scale. Weve built a versatile cloud platform that eliminates infrastructure barriers empowering builders to focus on innovation instead of fighting their stack. Because breakthrough AI should move at the speed of ideas not infrastructure.

About the Role

Were looking for a Director of Global Data Center Construction to join our team during an exciting phase of this role youll be responsible for leading our global data center construction program overseeing the delivery of a multi-billion-dollar portfolio of AI infrastructure projects while ensuring they are completed safely on time within budget and to the highest quality standards. Youll work closely with cross-functional partners to drive construction strategy manage key vendor and contractor relationships mitigate risk and support business objectives while upholding our standards for excellence collaboration and impact.

What Youll Do

• Oversee the entire global data center construction portfolio managing a multi-billion-dollar capital expenditure budget and delivery pipeline.

• Develop and execute the program-level construction strategy including selection and management of general contractors (GCs) EPCM firms and key vendor partners.

• Accountable for ensuring all projects are delivered on-time within budget and to the specified quality and technical standards required for AI compute operations.

• Establish program-wide construction risk management quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) protocols and project reporting metrics.

• Collaborate with Site Acquisition Design and Sourcing teams to de-risk projects and resolve complex technical or contractual issues at an executive level.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• B.S. in Construction Management Engineering or a related field.

• 15 years of experience managing large-scale complex industrial or critical infrastructure construction programs.

• 7 years of experience in the hyperscale data center or mission-critical facility sector.

• Proven expertise in large-scale contract negotiation (e.g. Guaranteed Maximum Price - GMP).

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

• Masters degree in Engineering or Business Administration.

What We Offer

• Stock Options

• 100% paid Medical Dental and Vision insurance for Employees

• Company Health Savings Account Contributions

• 100% paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance for Employees

• Life and Voluntary Supplemental Insurance Options

• Other Insurance Options such as Pet & Legal Insurance

• Various Supplementary Health Benefits such as discounted Virtual Healthcare Appointments and Serious Illness Support

• Flexible Spending Account

• 401(k)

• Employee Assistance Program

• Flexible PTO

• Paid Holidays

• Parental Leave

• Other In-Office Perks

Equal Employment Opportunity

TensorWave is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected status under applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodations

TensorWave provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. If you require accommodation during the hiring process please contact

Employment Eligibility

All offers of employment are contingent upon verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States as required by law.

Background Checks

Where permitted by law employment may be contingent upon the successful completion of a job-related background check.

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