Vice President - Project Execution

Thor Companies; A distancia; EUR 150.000 - 200.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading data center firm is seeking a Vice President of Project Execution based in Europe to lead the delivery of hyperscale data center projects. This role requires over 10 years of experience in construction management, with a strong understanding of European project execution and the ability to manage large remote teams. Key responsibilities include overseeing a multi-market portfolio, ensuring compliance with European standards, and providing updates to US executives. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional communication skills and a deep technical knowledge.

Servicios

Salary

Health Benefits

Equity

Formación

• 10+ years in construction management or project execution with focus on Data Centers.
• Experience managing $500M+ in annual project spend.
• Ability to travel frequently to project sites throughout Europe.

Responsabilidades

• Lead execution of a multi-market portfolio of hyperscale developments.
• Build and mentor a world-class Project Management team.
• Drive project timelines to meet aggressive RFS dates.
• Act as primary escalation point for international GCs.
• Provide data-driven updates to the USA executive team.

Conocimientos

Construction management

Project execution

Leadership of remote teams

Electrical/mechanical infrastructure

Exceptional communication skills (English)

Fluency in a second European language

Descripción del empleo

Vice President of Project Execution (Remote, Europe)

As a high‑growth developer, owner, and operator of hyperscale data centers, our USA‑based retained client is seeking a Vice President of Project Execution to lead the successful delivery of their expanding international infrastructure portfolio.

Job Title: Vice President of Project Execution

Location: Remote (Based in Europe – close to a major airport preferred)

Reports to: COO

Benefits include: Salary, Health Benefits and Equity!

Position Summary

The Vice President of Project Execution is responsible for the strategic oversight and tactical delivery of our client’s data center construction projects, with a specific focus on expanding their footprint across EMEA and supporting global initiatives. You will own the “Execution” phase—from pre‑construction handoff through Level 5 commissioning. This role requires a seasoned leader capable of navigating diverse European regulatory environments and managing international General Contractor (GC) relationships while maintaining alignment with US‑based leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• International Portfolio Oversight: Lead the execution of a multi‑market portfolio of hyperscale developments, ensuring US standards are adapted to local European requirements.
• Remote Team Leadership: Build and mentor a world‑class Project Management and Field Operations team across multiple time zones.
• Strategic Schedule Management: Drive project timelines to meet aggressive RFS (Ready for Service) dates, proactively managing the nuances of European labor markets and permitting.
• Global Vendor & GC Management: Act as the primary escalation point for international GCs and equipment vendors. Ensure all partners adhere to the company’s rigorous safety and performance KPIs.
• Cross‑Continental Alignment: Partner with US‑based Solutions Engineering and Operations teams to ensure seamless handoffs and a unified global standard of “Level 5” commissioning.
• Risk Mitigation: Identify and resolve global supply chain bottlenecks and localized geopolitical risks that could impact project delivery.
• Executive Visibility: Provide data‑driven updates to the USA executive team, bridging the gap between local site realities and corporate financial forecasting.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: 10+ years in construction management or project execution, with at least 4+ years specifically within the Data Center industry.
• Global Expertise: Proven track record of delivering large‑scale industrial projects within the European market, while reporting into an EU‑based corporate structure.
• Leadership: Experience managing large, remote, cross‑functional teams and overseeing $500M+ in annual project spend.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of electrical/mechanical infrastructure (UPS, Chillers, Generators) and international commissioning standards.
• Communication: Exceptional English communication skills; fluency in a second European language (German and Spanish) is highly advantageous.
• Mobility: Ability to travel frequently to project sites throughout Europe and periodically to the US headquarters (approx. 30‑50% travel).

Why Join Our Client?

Our client is building the backbone of the global digital economy. They offer a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment that empowers European leadership to drive significant impact on a global scale, providing the autonomy to make high‑stakes decisions with the backing of a major US infrastructure firm.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• A “bridge‑builder” mentality—adept at aligning US corporate culture with European construction practices.
• An extensive network within the EMEA data center supply chain and GC community.
• Expertise in navigating European power availability and sustainability regulations (e.g., EU Code of Conduct on Data Centre Energy Efficiency).