Senior Data Center Project Executive

Metric DCX; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Metric DCX is seeking a seasoned Project Executive to own large-scale data center construction programs from preconstruction through closeout. You will drive strategy across budget, schedule, quality, safety and profitability while leading senior teams and maintaining key owner, architect and subcontract relationships.

The role demands 12+ years in data center or mission-critical construction, a track record of delivering complex programs at a major GC, and strong leadership and negotiation

Qualifications

• 12–20+ years in construction with data center or mission-critical focus.
• Experience delivering complex, large-scale projects at a major GC.
• Proven ability to lead multiple project teams and senior staff.
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Own project performance end-to-end from preconstruction to closeout.
• Set strategy across budget, schedule, quality, safety and profitability.
• Collaborate with preconstruction, project management and field teams.
• Lead senior relationships with owners, architects, consultants and subs.
• Control financials, forecasting, risk and commercial performance.
• Mentor Project Managers, Superintendents and project teams.
• Resolve major issues quickly and hold teams accountable.

Skills

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Financial oversight

Negotiation

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

Metric DCX is seeking a seasoned Project Executive to own large-scale data center construction programs from preconstruction through closeout. You will drive strategy across budget, schedule, quality, safety and profitability while leading senior teams and maintaining key owner, architect and subcontract relationships.

The role demands 12+ years in data center or mission-critical construction, a track record of delivering complex programs at a major GC, and strong leadership and negotiation