Job Description

Director, Project Management - Construction | Data Center Developer

The Opportunity

A fast-growing Data Center owner and operator is expanding its North American footprint following significant institutional investment. The platform develops, owns, and manages mission-critical digital infrastructure for hyperscale, enterprise, and network clients - and is at the forefront of innovation, sustainability, and AI-driven capacity delivery.

This role plays a key part in that growth story.

As Director of Project Management - Construction , you’ll lead delivery of multiple large-scale Data Center developments, ensuring projects are executed efficiently, safely, and on budget while maintaining operational excellence across a national portfolio.

The Role

Reporting to the Vice President of Development, you will own the full project lifecycle - from design and entitlement through permitting, construction, and commissioning - for a pipeline of new and expansion data center builds.

Your mandate: deliver best-in-class facilities that meet technical, financial, and schedule objectives while driving innovation and consistency across the platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee design, permitting, construction, and commissioning of new Data Center projects across the U.S.
• Manage general contractors, design consultants, and key vendors to ensure timely and high-quality delivery.
• Direct all tendering, value engineering, and cost-control processes.
• Lead project reporting, budgeting, and progress tracking against key milestones.
• Partner with Operations to align designs and builds with long-term maintenance and performance standards.
• Maintain ownership of all OFCI equipment procurement and integration.
• Interface with clients, investors, and internal stakeholders to ensure transparency and accountability throughout project execution.
• Support sales, leasing, and financing activities through technical due diligence and project input.

What You Bring

• 10+ years of experience in Data Center construction, mission-critical, or large-scale infrastructure project delivery.
• Proven track record managing multiple concurrent projects valued at $50M+.
• Strong technical understanding of MEP systems, critical power infrastructure, and building commissioning .
• Experience working on the owner, developer, or operator side of the business preferred.
• Ability to navigate entitlements, permitting, and local regulatory frameworks.
• Confident leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strategic mindset with strong commercial and contractual acumen.

Why This Role

You’ll be joining a rapidly scaling platform backed by long-term capital, operating at the intersection of technology, real estate, and sustainability.

This position offers the opportunity to lead construction delivery across one of the most dynamic asset classes in the US - and to directly influence how mission-critical infrastructure is developed and operated.

It’s a visible, strategic role with significant growth potential as the company continues its North American expansion.

Location & Structure

• Hybrid position based in Atlanta, GA , with travel as required.
• Top-of-the-market compensation: $200,000 - $250,000 Base + Bonus + LTIs.
• Full health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits.

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