Project Executive - Data Center Construction

Gilder Search Group; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Competitive salaries

Job summary

Gilder Search Group is seeking a Project Executive for Data Center Construction in Kansas City, MO. This role involves managing critical facility construction projects, overseeing project managers, and ensuring all projects are delivered on time and within budget.

The ideal candidate will bring 8–15 years of experience in the Data Center Construction Industry, exceptional project management skills, and strong client relationship abilities. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including medical insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Experience managing Data Center Construction Projects as Owner or GC.
• Proven track record in multi-million dollar projects.
• Client-facing skills and the ability to manage client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of data center construction projects.
• Oversee project managers and contractors.
• Create and manage project schedules and budgets.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Construction experience

Effective communication

Education

8–15+ years of experience in Data Center Construction

PMP Certification (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

MS Project

Job description

Project Executive - Data Center Construction - Kansas City, MO

This opportunity is with a leading provider of mission‑critical data center solutions as a Managed Services Provider and Owner’s Rep for Construction Services. The firm offers a complete life‑cycle of solutions custom‑fit to the requirements of clients’ mission‑critical facilities. The role provides career growth, exciting projects with leading‑edge technology and innovation, and competitive salaries and benefits. The company builds mission‑critical data center facilities nationwide for Enterprise, Colocation, and Hyperscale companies.

We are looking for a Data Center Construction Project Executive to support critical facility construction projects. The candidate will manage all aspects of a data center brownfield construction project, lead contractors and vendors, oversee project managers, and ensure delivery on budget, on time, and to design standards. Exceptional organization, back‑office coordination (change orders, budgets, paperwork), and team leadership are essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain liaison with contractors and vendors to manage day‑to‑day activities impacting delivery of critical facilities construction projects.
• Oversee a team of project managers handling individual projects within the overall portfolio and provide guidance and direction.
• Apply solid project‑management construction experience, managing teams of construction professionals, including PMs and superintendents.
• Manage Data Center Construction Projects with budgets between $50MM to $500MM+.
• Handle multiple projects simultaneously and assist the Senior Project Manager in negotiating contracts with vendors.
• Create and manage project schedules, project plans, cost estimates, budgets, timelines, and change orders.
• Assist with reporting and RFPs to contractors.
• Deliver Built‑to‑Suit projects emphasizing value engineering.
• Drive uniform company standards for project delivery across all projects.
• Manage financial aspects of contracts, including progress billing, rental equipment, income, and expenses to protect company interests while maintaining good client relationships.
• Represent the company in project meetings.
• Act as key liaison with managers of all company departments.
• Maintain all logs required to track project progress.
• Possess an extensive network within the mission‑critical data center facilities market.
• Background in critical facilities design, architecture, engineering, and construction services.

Qualifications

• Experience managing Data Center Construction Projects as an Owner or as a General Contractor / GC / Trade.
• Previous experience managing a diverse team of high‑level construction project managers on multi‑million dollar projects.
• Minimum 8–15+ years of relevant experience in the Data Center Construction Industry, including data center / critical facilities MEP construction.
• Client‑facing, client‑relationship, and client‑management skills.
• PMP Certification is a plus.
• Familiarity with the design process of building systems for data center and mission‑critical projects.
• Solid construction project‑management experience.
• Effective communicator—email, phone, and face‑to‑face.
• Previous experience in the military; military veterans from all branches are a huge plus. Experience with Electrical / Mechanical: Navy NUKES – EMN, ETN, MMNs, Seabees; Army – Power Generation; Air Force – Power Production, generator techs; Maritime; Coast Guard; Army National Guard, etc.
• Ability to work independently.
• Solid administrative skills: email, internet, and Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, MS Project, etc.).

Company offers competitive salaries and benefits package, including medical insurance and a 401(k) plan.

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