Director of Construction (Data Center)

TensorWave; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 210,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock Options

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA contributions

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Pet insurance

Legal insurance

Flexible PTO

Paid holidays

Parental leave

401(k)

Employee assistance program

Job summary

TensorWave seeks a Director of Global Data Center Construction to lead our portfolio of AI infrastructure projects. You will manage a multi-billion-dollar CAPEX, steer construction strategy, and oversee GC/EPCM partners to ensure on-time delivery within budget and meeting exacting quality standards for AI compute operations.

Build risk management, QA/QC protocols, and clear reporting metrics while collaborating with Site Acquisition, Design, and Sourcing teams to de-risk complex programs at the

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience managing large-scale construction programs.
• Proven expertise in hyperscale data center or critical infrastructure environments.
• Experience negotiating complex contracts (e.g., GMP).

Responsibilities

• Oversee the global data center construction portfolio with multi-billion-dollar CAPEX and delivery pipeline.
• Develop and execute program-level construction strategy, selecting and managing GCs, EPCM firms, and key vendors.
• Ensure projects are delivered on-time, within budget, and to high quality and technical standards for AI compute operations.
• Establish program-wide risk management, QA/QC protocols, and project reporting metrics.
• Collaborate with Site Acquisition, Design, and Sourcing to de-risk projects and resolve issues at the executive level.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Risk management

Contract negotiation

Vendor management

Education

B.S. in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

GC Management

EPCM coordination

Job description

About TensorWave

Our mission is simple: deliver seamless, secure, reliable, and resilient AI compute at scale. We've built a versatile cloud platform that eliminates infrastructure barriers, empowering builders to focus on innovation instead of fighting their stack. Because breakthrough AI should move at the speed of ideas, not infrastructure.

About the Role

We’re looking for a Director of Global Data Center Construction to join our team during an exciting phase of growth. In this role, you’ll be responsible for leading our global data center construction program, overseeing the delivery of a multi-billion-dollar portfolio of AI infrastructure projects while ensuring they are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You’ll work closely with cross-functional partners to drive construction strategy, manage key vendor and contractor relationships, mitigate risk, and support business objectives while upholding our standards for excellence, collaboration, and impact.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee the entire global data center construction portfolio, managing a multi-billion-dollar capital expenditure budget and delivery pipeline.

• Develop and execute the program-level construction strategy, including selection and management of general contractors (GCs), EPCM firms, and key vendor partners.

• Accountable for ensuring all projects are delivered on-time, within budget, and to the specified quality and technical standards required for AI compute operations.

• Establish program-wide construction risk management, quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) protocols, and project reporting metrics.

• Collaborate with Site Acquisition, Design, and Sourcing teams to de-risk projects and resolve complex technical or contractual issues at an executive level.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• B.S. in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.

• 15+ years of experience managing large-scale, complex industrial or critical infrastructure construction programs.

• 7+ years of experience in the hyperscale data center or mission-critical facility sector.

• Proven expertise in large-scale contract negotiation (e.g., Guaranteed Maximum Price - GMP).

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

• Master’s degree in Engineering or Business Administration.

What We Offer

• Stock Options
• 100% paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for Employees
• Company Health Savings Account Contributions
• 100% paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance for Employees
• Life and Voluntary Supplemental Insurance Options
• Other Insurance Options, such as Pet & Legal Insurance
• Various Supplementary Health Benefits, such as discounted Virtual Healthcare Appointments and Serious Illness Support
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Other In-Office Perks

Equal Employment Opportunity

TensorWave is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected status under applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodations

TensorWave provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please contact [e-mail].

Employment Eligibility

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Background Checks

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