Director, Hyperscale Data Center Construction

Hypertec Group; Charlotte, Atlanta (NC, GA, FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with employer contribution

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid Floater Days

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Hypertec is seeking a Director of Construction – Data Centers to lead hyperscale data center construction across multiple U.S. locations. You will oversee mobilization, structural development, systems integration, and project completion, while ensuring consistent practices, schedules, and budgets.

You will mentor Site Managers, manage contractors, and drive safe, on-time handovers to operations. The role requires 10+ years in construction management for large facilities, 5+ years building data

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• 5+ years of direct experience building data centers.
• 10+ years of construction management experience on large-scale infrastructure or mission-critical facilities.
• Proven experience managing hyperscale or large enterprise data center construction projects with substantial capital budgets.
• Experience leading and managing construction teams across multiple project sites.
• Demonstrated experience managing external general contractors and subcontractors.
• Frequent travel to project sites across the United States.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution and delivery of hyperscale data center construction projects across multiple U.S. locations.
• Oversee all phases of construction including mobilization, structural development, systems integration, and project completion.
• Ensure consistent construction practices, standards, and processes across all project sites.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of Construction Site Managers responsible for day-to-day site operations.
• Provide direction, performance management, and support to ensure effective project execution.
• Establish clear reporting structures, accountability, and communication across construction teams.
• Manage and coordinate external general contractors, subcontractors, and construction partners.
• Ensure contractors meet contractual obligations, safety requirements, and project milestones.
• Conduct regular site reviews and construction meetings to monitor performance and progress.
• Drive projects to completion on schedule, budget, and scope.
• Identify risks and proactively implement mitigation strategies.
• Maintain detailed reporting on project status, milestones, costs, and timelines.
• Enforce the highest standards for construction quality, safety compliance, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Contractor management

Stakeholder communication

Construction scheduling

Budgeting

Risk management

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Job description

Hypertec is seeking a Director of Construction – Data Centers to lead hyperscale data center construction across multiple U.S. locations. You will oversee mobilization, structural development, systems integration, and project completion, while ensuring consistent practices, schedules, and budgets.

You will mentor Site Managers, manage contractors, and drive safe, on-time handovers to operations. The role requires 10+ years in construction management for large facilities, 5+ years building data