Project Executive Data Center Construction - Owner’s Rep

Data Center Construction Project Executive – Owner’s Rep – Raleigh, NC This opportunity is with a leading provider of mission‑critical data center solutions as an Owner’s Rep for Construction Services. The firm provides a complete life cycle of solutions that are custom‑fit to the requirements of their client’s mission‑critical facilities. The role offers a career‑growth mindset with exciting projects, leading‑edge technology and innovation, and competitive salaries and benefits. They build mission‑critical facilities nationwide for Enterprise, Colocation and Hyperscale companies. Responsibilities Maintain liaison with various contractors and vendors to manage day‑to‑day activities that impact the delivery of company’s critical facilities construction projects. Oversee a team of project managers who handle individual projects within the overall portfolio and provide guidance and direction. Leverage solid project‑management construction experience, managing teams of construction professionals including PMs and superintendents. Manage data‑center construction projects with budgets between $50 MM to $500 MM+. Handle multiple projects simultaneously, assist the Senior Project Manager in negotiating contracts with vendors, and create/manage project schedules. Develop project plans – sizing, cost, budget, scheduling, timeline, and manage change orders. Assist with reporting and RFPs to contractors. Deliver built‑to‑suit projects with a heavy emphasis on value‑engineering. Drive company standards uniformly across all projects and participants. Manage financial aspects of contracts (progress billing, rental equipment, income/expenses) to protect company interests while maintaining good client relationships. Represent the company in project meetings. Act as key liaison with managers of all company departments. Maintain logs required to track project progress. Possess an extensive network within the mission‑critical data‑center facilities market. Have background in critical facilities design, architecture, engineering and construction services. Qualifications Experience managing data‑center construction projects as an owner or as a general contractor / GC / trade. Previous experience managing a diverse team of high‑level construction project managers on multi‑million‑dollar projects. Minimum of 8‑15+ years relevant experience in the data center construction industry, including MEP construction for data center/critical facilities. Client‑facing, client‑relationship, and client‑management skills. PMP certification a plus. Familiarity with the design process of building systems for data center and mission‑critical projects. Solid construction project‑management experience. Effective communicator – emails, phone, and face‑to‑face. Experience in the military or as a military veteran from any branch is a huge plus. Ability to work independently. Solid admin skills: email, internet, and Microsoft products (Word, Excel, Office, Outlook, PowerPoint, MS Project). Benefits Company offers competitive salaries and benefits package including medical insurance, a 401(k) plan. EOE/AA Employer M/F/D/V #J-18808-Ljbffr Peter Kazella and Associates, Inc