Job Description
The Role We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Vice President of Construction to lead the delivery of a growing portfolio of hyperscale data center projects across the United States for a leading owner-operator. This executive will be responsible for setting and executing the construction strategy across multiple concurrent developments, ensuring best-in-class performance in safety, schedule, cost, quality, and operational readiness. You will oversee internal teams and external partners, drive consistency and scalability across projects, and play a critical role in supporting the organization’s rapid expansion. This is a highly visible leadership role requiring deep expertise in mission-critical environments , strong commercial acumen, and the ability to lead high-performing teams in a fast-paced, capital-intensive environment. Key Responsibilities Executive Leadership & Strategy Define and execute the construction strategy for a multi-site hyperscale data center portfolio Build and lead high-performing regional/project teams, fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and excellence Establish scalable processes, standards, and governance across all active and future projects Partner with executive leadership on long-term capital planning, portfolio growth, and delivery strategy Portfolio & Program Management Oversee the delivery of multiple concurrent hyperscale data center projects (ground-up and expansions) Ensure alignment across design, procurement, construction, and commissioning functions Drive consistency in execution across geographies while adapting to local market conditions Implement robust reporting frameworks to track performance, risks, and key milestones Commercial & Financial Oversight Own overall portfolio budgets, cost controls, and financial performance Lead contract strategy, procurement models, and negotiations with general contractors and key trade partners Manage capital expenditure, forecasting, and financial risk across all projects Drive value engineering and cost optimization without compromising performance or reliability Design & Technical Integration Partner with design and engineering teams to ensure constructability, scalability, and standardization Oversee integration of critical systems (power, cooling, network infrastructure) Ensure adherence to hyperscale standards for redundancy, uptime, and resilience (N, N+1, 2N architectures) Construction Execution Provide executive oversight of site activities, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and to specification Lead coordination between internal teams, general contractors, consultants, and commissioning agents Drive resolution of complex technical and operational challenges Commissioning & Operational Readiness Oversee commissioning strategy and execution, including Level 1–5 commissioning and Integrated Systems Testing (IST) Ensure seamless transition from construction to operations, including documentation, training, and handover Partner with operations teams to ensure facilities meet performance and reliability expectations Risk Management & Compliance Identify and mitigate risks across the portfolio, including schedule, cost, supply chain, and regulatory risks Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, including OSHA and environmental standards Establish governance and escalation frameworks for critical issues Supply Chain & Procurement Develop and manage strategic relationships with key suppliers and contractors Oversee procurement of long-lead equipment (generators, switchgear, UPS, chillers, etc.) Mitigate supply chain risks and ensure alignment with aggressive delivery schedules Stakeholder Engagement Act as a senior representative to internal executives, investors, and external partners Provide clear, data-driven reporting on portfolio performance Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across all projects Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred) 15+ years of experience in construction leadership roles, with significant experience in hyperscale or mission-critical data center delivery Proven track record managing large-scale, multi-project portfolios ($500M+ / $1B+) Deep expertise in MEP systems and critical infrastructure Strong experience working on the owner/oper