Giga Campus Construction Lead - Data Center Builds

Digital Realty; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k match

Stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Digital Realty is seeking a Giga Campus Construction Lead to plan, coordinate, and direct construction delivery for campus projects, collaborating with design managers, contractors, consultants, vendors, and customers to ensure safety, schedule, and budget.

The role requires 5+ years in mission-critical construction or MEP-focused environments, data center experience preferred, and a bachelor’s degree in CM/engineering/architecture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in mission-critical construction or a comparable MEP-focused environment (e.g., biopharma or life sciences).
• Experience working for a general contractor, subcontractor, or equipment vendor preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of construction scheduling, project budgeting, and cost control practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee large-scale construction efforts including site development, ground-up builds, data center deployments, and customer fit-outs.
• Build and maintain relationships with general contractors, subcontractors, equipment vendors, and consultants.
• Review project budgets, schedules, and construction documents to ensure quality and alignment with internal targets.
• Lead budget and schedule review meetings with internal stakeholders and customer representatives, reporting on risks and progress.
• Direct and coordinate internal design and construction managers as well as third-party consultants and engineering partners.

Skills

Construction management

MEP knowledge

Budgeting

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field

Job description

Digital Realty is seeking a Giga Campus Construction Lead to plan, coordinate, and direct construction delivery for campus projects, collaborating with design managers, contractors, consultants, vendors, and customers to ensure safety, schedule, and budget.

The role requires 5+ years in mission-critical construction or MEP-focused environments, data center experience preferred, and a bachelor’s degree in CM/engineering/architecture.