SVP of Construction - Data Center

SVP of Construction – Data Center

A rapidly expanding global infrastructure group is seeking a high-impact Data Center Construction Executive to spearhead its U.S. operations. This is a unique opportunity to take the lead on an ambitious data center rollout across North America, overseeing all aspects of ground-up construction, commissioning, and delivery of world-class digital infrastructure. The selected individual will serve as the central figure in building out the company’s data center construction function across the U.S., with executive-level influence and visibility.

This role is ideal for a seasoned construction leader who thrives in a fast-paced, international environment and is passionate about establishing world-class facilities from the ground up. If you're motivated by scale, complexity, and legacy-building, this is your stage.

This Role Offers:

• Competitive Pay Structure – Base salary plus performance-based commissions with strong earning potential.
• Career Growth – Clear advancement opportunities in a rapidly expanding construction/remodeling company.
• Autonomy & Flexibility – Independent work environment with site visit freedom and client-facing ownership.
• Supportive Culture – Team-oriented atmosphere with training, resources, and leadership that values your contribution.

Focus:

• Lead full lifecycle execution of hyperscale and edge data center construction projects across multiple U.S. markets.
• Establish and manage program-wide standards, best practices, and project controls for construction and commissioning.
• Drive high-level strategy, planning, scheduling, and execution across multiple concurrent projects.
• Oversee the performance and coordination of all external partners including contractors, engineers, architects, and vendors.
• Monitor project budgets, timelines, and KPIs while ensuring quality and safety standards are upheld.
• Serve as the escalation point for all construction-related matters; resolve challenges decisively to keep deliverables on track.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with leadership in operations, finance, sales, and engineering to align construction efforts with broader business goals.
• Lead weekly status meetings and reporting to senior leadership; ensure transparency across all project phases.
• Contribute to pre-construction planning including site selection support, permitting, budgeting, and proposal evaluations.
• Deliver innovative value engineering solutions to reduce costs and increase efficiency without compromising on quality or performance.

Skill Set:

• 15+ years of progressive experience in data center construction or critical infrastructure projects, with significant time in leadership roles.
• Proven track record delivering mission-critical environments with extensive knowledge of UPS systems, generators, mechanical/electrical systems, and commissioning processes.
• Strong expertise in general contracting, electrical contracting, or construction management, with direct oversight of multi-state, multi-project portfolios.
• Comfortable operating in international or cross-cultural environments; able to lead multinational teams and coordinate with global stakeholders.
• Experienced in applying a variety of construction contract models (e.g., lump sum, cost plus, fee-based, T&M).
• Highly competent in budgeting, forecasting, material take-off, and cost estimating with a deep understanding of general conditions, labor, and overhead structures.
• Adept in construction software, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Office Suite; AutoCAD knowledge is a plus.
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills with the ability to build consensus and drive progress in complex, evolving environments.
• Able to travel approximately 35–50% as needed to oversee construction activities and engage with key project stakeholders across sites.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline required.
• Advanced degree (MBA or similar) is a plus.
• PMP, CCM, or similar professional certifications preferred

Work Environment

• Will split time between corporate office settings, construction job sites, and live data center environments.
• Must be comfortable with exposure to varying site conditions, including occasional noise and temperature fluctuations.

This is more than a job—this is a rare chance to establish and lead the foundational infrastructure for a global digital expansion. If you are an entrepreneurial builder ready to take full ownership of a multi-site development effort, we want to hear from you.

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