Data Center Development Director: Lead Major Deployments

Spencer Ogden; Utah; On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Market-aligned compensation

Job summary

Spencer Ogden is seeking a Director of Development to lead data center construction programs across multiple US markets. This permanent role offers ownership of client engagements, cross-functional execution, and strategic project delivery at scale.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in mission-critical development, a track record in fast-growth environments, and a strong background in construction, engineering, or architecture. Competitive benefits and market-aligned compensation await.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in mission-critical or data center development.
• Strong background in construction management, engineering, or architecture.
• Ability to lead complex builds while managing multiple stakeholders.
• Commercial awareness with a focus on cost, quality, and timelines.
• Confidence operating in fast-paced, high-growth environments.

Responsibilities

• Full lifecycle delivery of hyperscale and enterprise data center builds.
• Direct client engagement becoming the trusted lead across each deployment.
• Coordination across design, construction, operations, and vendor teams.
• Strategic oversight of budgets, timelines, and execution quality.
• Seamless alignment between client expectations and project delivery.
• Multiple large-scale projects simultaneously in high-growth regions.

Skills

Data center development

Construction management

Engineering

Architecture

Stakeholder leadership

Budget management

Job description

Spencer Ogden is seeking a Director of Development to lead data center construction programs across multiple US markets. This permanent role offers ownership of client engagements, cross-functional execution, and strategic project delivery at scale.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in mission-critical development, a track record in fast-growth environments, and a strong background in construction, engineering, or architecture. Competitive benefits and market-aligned compensation await.