Data Center Area Construction Lead

Meta

Oklahoma City (OK)

On-site

USD 178,000 - 245,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Meta is seeking an experienced Area Construction Manager to lead DEC Delivery Construction Management across multiple data center projects. You will manage 6–8 regions with 8–10 direct reports, focusing on new builds, retrofits, and live-environment changes while maintaining budget and schedule adherence.

The role requires 15+ years in construction, strong leadership, and expertise in contract delivery methods and GMPs.

Qualifications

  • 15+ years of professional experience in construction and project planning of complex, mission critical projects.
  • Experience in design and construction supply chain and processes.
  • Experience communicating, presenting, and negotiating with cross-functional teams on complex construction projects.
  • Experience with various contract delivery methodologies, legal considerations, IP, and commercial terms.
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent degree.
  • Experience in large scale construction management (excess of $500M/yr. construction spend).
  • Experience in engineering, design, commissioning, and operations and ground up new build site development and construction as well as retrofit work in live environments.
  • Able to prioritize and rapidly change direction and adapt as needed to support a rapidly growing business model.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee New Build, land ready and Construction Ready sites and provide preconstruction support.
  • Manage retrofit and techmod projects and onboarding of new hires.
  • Support programmatic initiatives and drive continuous improvement.
  • Communicate clearly to Area Manager and leadership when capacity delivery is impacted.
  • Monitor KPI to ensure health of the team and project.
  • Provide people management to site teams and drive execution and collaboration.
  • Assist in contract change orders negotiations and CCAM presentations.
  • Review and advise on contracts and change orders above signing authority.
  • Coordinate with other ACMs to align priorities and share best practices.
  • Drive recruitment and onboarding across the Area.
  • Develop relationships with stakeholders to optimize processes and strategy.

Skills

Area Construction Manager
Data Center
Construction Management
Project Leadership
Stakeholder Management
Travel 50%+

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering
15+ years of construction experience
Experience with GMP delivery
Experience in large scale projects >$500M/yr

Job description

Meta is seeking an experienced Area Construction Manager to lead DEC Delivery Construction Management across multiple data center projects. You will manage 6–8 regions with 8–10 direct reports, focusing on new builds, retrofits, and live-environment changes while maintaining budget and schedule adherence.

The role requires 15+ years in construction, strong leadership, and expertise in contract delivery methods and GMPs.

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