Head of Development & Construction

Senior Data Center Development ManagerWe are working with a fast-scaling developer of large-scale, mission-critical data center campuses is looking for a Senior Development Manager to take ownership of Predevelopment and Preconstruction activities across one or more active projects in its portfolio. This is a company operating at the intersection of technology, energy, and infrastructure - building the physical backbone for next-generation computing workloads at a pace few in the industry can match. You'll be the connective tissue between design, finance, procurement, and construction. If you like being the person who turns a site from "concept" into "shovel-ready," this is built for you.the board draws from energy, finance, and government. What you'll ownFull preconstruction diligence for projects, constructability, site constraints, infrastructure alignment, with direct accountability for the outcomeBudgeting, cost modeling, and schedule development, working closely with Finance and EngineeringProcurement strategy for major equipment and long-lead materialsConstruction sequencing and delivery-risk mitigationSubcontractor prequalification and trade coverage strategy across local and strategic marketsBid packages, scopes of work, and RFP documentationPermitting coordination with internal and external engineering/design teams and local authoritiesTechnical input during sales pursuits, validating buildability, cost, and delivery risk before deals closeDirect reporting to senior leadership on project readiness and preconstruction riskWhat you bring5-10 years in preconstruction, estimating, or project management on data center, industrial, or other mission-critical infrastructure. Ideally including at least one full project cycle owned start to finishReal ownership experience across budgeting, scheduling, procurement, and construction readiness, not a supporting role, the accountable oneStrong grasp of civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical systemsComfort working directly with finance and sales teams to align capital planning with technical scopeExperience with subcontractor prequalification and trade engagement strategyFluency in MS Project, Primavera P6, Excel, and estimating platformsSharp written and verbal communication, this role reports to senior leadership regularlyWhy this roleGround-floor ownership on some of the largest, most technically demanding infrastructure projects being built todayDirect line to senior leadership, your work and your voice carry weightFull benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, short/long-term disability, PTOA team pulled from software, energy, engineering, investment banking, private equity, and consulting - the learning curve is steep by designThe position is in office 5 days a week, with travel to site as needed. Relocation candidates are welcome, and support will be provided.