Data Center Construction Executive

Blue Signal Search; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay Structure

Career Growth Opportunities

Autonomy & Flexibility

Supportive Culture

Job summary

An ambitious global infrastructure group is seeking a Data Center Construction Executive to lead its U.S. operations. This role offers the unique chance to oversee the rollout of data centers across North America, ensuring high standards in construction and commissioning. Ideal for a seasoned leader, this position promises autonomy and the opportunity to shape the future of digital infrastructure. Join a supportive team that values your expertise and drive, and make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about building world-class facilities, this is your stage.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in data center construction with leadership roles.
• Proven track record in delivering mission-critical environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead full lifecycle execution of data center construction projects.
• Oversee performance and coordination of external partners.

Skills

Data Center Construction

Leadership

Project Management

Budgeting and Cost Estimating

Communication Skills

Construction Software

Mechanical/Electrical Systems Knowledge

General Contracting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management

MBA or Similar Advanced Degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office Suite

AutoCAD

Job description

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Data Center Construction Executive

A rapidly expanding global infrastructure group is seeking a high-impact Data Center Construction Executive to spearhead its U.S. operations. This is a unique opportunity to lead an ambitious data center rollout across North America, overseeing all aspects of ground-up construction, commissioning, and delivery of digital infrastructure. The individual will be central in building out the company’s data center construction function across the U.S., with executive influence and visibility.

This role is ideal for a seasoned construction leader who thrives in a fast-paced, international environment and is passionate about establishing world-class facilities from the ground up. If you're motivated by scale, complexity, and legacy-building, this is your stage.

This Role Offers:

• Competitive pay structure – base salary plus performance-based commissions with strong earning potential.
• Career growth – clear advancement opportunities in a rapidly expanding construction/remodeling company.
• Autonomy & flexibility – independent work environment with site visit freedom and client-facing ownership.
• Supportive culture – team-oriented atmosphere with training, resources, and leadership that values your contribution.

Focus:

• Lead full lifecycle execution of hyperscale and edge data center construction projects across multiple U.S. markets.
• Establish and manage program-wide standards, best practices, and project controls for construction and commissioning.
• Drive high-level strategy, planning, scheduling, and execution across multiple concurrent projects.
• Oversee the performance and coordination of all external partners including contractors, engineers, architects, and vendors.
• Monitor project budgets, timelines, and KPIs while ensuring quality and safety standards are upheld.
• Serve as the escalation point for all construction-related matters; resolve challenges decisively to keep deliverables on track.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with leadership in operations, finance, sales, and engineering to align construction efforts with broader business goals.
• Lead weekly status meetings and reporting to senior leadership; ensure transparency across all project phases.
• Contribute to pre-construction planning including site selection support, permitting, budgeting, and proposal evaluations.
• Deliver innovative value engineering solutions to reduce costs and increase efficiency without compromising on quality or performance.

Skill Set:

• 15+ years of progressive experience in data center construction or critical infrastructure projects, with significant leadership roles.
• Proven track record delivering mission-critical environments with extensive knowledge of UPS systems, generators, mechanical/electrical systems, and commissioning processes.
• Strong expertise in general contracting, electrical contracting, or construction management, with oversight of multi-state, multi-project portfolios.
• Comfortable operating in international or cross-cultural environments; able to lead multinational teams and coordinate with global stakeholders.
• Experienced in various construction contract models (e.g., lump sum, cost plus, fee-based, T&M).
• Highly competent in budgeting, forecasting, material take-off, and cost estimating with a deep understanding of general conditions, labor, and overhead structures.
• Adept in construction software, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Office Suite; AutoCAD knowledge is a plus.
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills; able to build consensus and drive progress in complex, evolving environments.
• Able to travel approximately 35–50% as needed to oversee construction activities and engage with project stakeholders across sites.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related discipline required.
• Advanced degree (MBA or similar) is a plus.
• PMP, CCM, or similar professional certifications preferred.
• Must be comfortable with exposure to varying site conditions, including occasional noise and temperature fluctuations.

This is more than a job—this is a rare chance to establish and lead the foundational infrastructure for a global digital expansion. If you are an entrepreneurial builder ready to take full ownership of a multi-site development effort, we want to hear from you.

About Blue Signal:

Blue Signal is an award-winning executive search firm specializing in various industries. Our recruiters have a proven track record of placing top-tier talent across industry verticals, with deep expertise in numerous professional services. Learn more at bit.ly/46Gs4yS