Data Center Project Director - Remote Leadership & Delivery

Gilbane Building Company; Canton (OH); Remote; USD 259,000 - 356,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilbane Building Company seeks a Project Director - Data Centers to lead all project activities, ensuring integrated delivery among construction partners, systems, and practices. The role focuses on maximizing value for the owner, reducing waste, and driving efficiency across complex data-center programs.

You will oversee strategy, risk, safety, and performance while mentoring a high-performing team and engaging with clients to secure new work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
• LEED Accredited highly preferred.
• Data Center experience is highly preferred, but not required.
• 25+ years' building construction experience.
• Experience of working at the top of an Integrated Project Delivery scheme.
• Experience of working as Construction Manager at Risk & Design Build.
• Experience of commercial construction and R&D projects.

Responsibilities

• Monitor overall performance of project/accounts from cradle to grave, in harmony with Operations Manager or Market Leader.
• Meet established Sales/Gross Profit goals for projects/accounts.
• Prevent erosion, forecast slippage, identify risks, and manage project financials.
• Develop, document, and execute business strategy for projects/accounts.
• Leverage Shared Services and One Company systems and processes.
• Be a business-savvy leader with deep relationships to drive growth.
• Identify and secure new clients and drive client satisfaction.
• Understand competitive intelligence and position Gilbane effectively.
• Lead pre/post award activities including go/no go, kickoffs, reviews, and negotiations.
• Monitor safety results and implement corrective actions with Safety Director.
• Drive Employee Engagement and Retention for projects/accounts.
• Model Gilbane Core Values and community engagement.
• Collaborate with Business Development to align sales and client plans and optimize profit.
• Coach and develop team members; foster a positive, inclusive work environment.
• Provide strategic insights to executive leadership for informed decision-making.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic thinking

Collaboration

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's or Masters in Engineering or Construction Management

LEED Accredited (highly preferred)

Data Center experience (highly preferred)

25+ years building construction experience

Experience with Integrated Project Delivery

Construction Manager at Risk & Design Build experience

Experience in commercial construction & R&D projects

Job description

Gilbane Building Company seeks a Project Director - Data Centers to lead all project activities, ensuring integrated delivery among construction partners, systems, and practices. The role focuses on maximizing value for the owner, reducing waste, and driving efficiency across complex data-center programs.

You will oversee strategy, risk, safety, and performance while mentoring a high-performing team and engaging with clients to secure new work.