VP Construction - Data Center Project Delivery

Gilder Search Group; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a VP of Data Center Construction Projects in Los Angeles to manage critical facility construction. This role involves overseeing project managers, ensuring projects are delivered on time and budget, and maintaining high standards. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in managing data center projects, strong leadership skills, and a solid financial background. The position includes competitive salary and benefits, and it's a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years of experience managing data center or mission-critical construction projects.
• Experience in multiple Data Center Construction Projects as an Owner or General Contractor.
• Exceptional communication skills across written, verbal, and executive-level presentations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of strategy for the construction PM team.
• Manage relationships with strategic alliance clients.
• Oversee multiple project implementations and execution of deliverables.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Financial expertise

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

BA or BS plus; advanced degree a plus

Tools

MS Project

Excel

Primavera P6

AutoCAD

Job description

VP Construction – Data Center Project Delivery

Los Angeles, CA / West Coast

We are looking for a VP of Data Center Construction Projects to support critical facility construction delivery of upgrades, retrofits and other complex projects in a live environment. This VP will be responsible for all aspects of managing and executing data center construction project management on the West Coast and act on the Owner’s behalf. The VP will provide senior leadership to Project Managers and ensure delivery on budget and time while maintaining the quality and design standards.

Responsibilities

• Leadership position in the development and execution of strategy for the construction PM team
• Contribute to the development of expanding existing business with other business units and additional projects with the customer; source new business
• Manage relationships with strategic alliance clients; serve as a key resource to multiple client teams
• Manage and maintain liaison with various Project Managers that oversee project deliverables on construction efforts with support of contractors and vendors in order to manage the day‑to‑day activities that impact the delivery of the company’s critical facilities construction projects
• Performance management of all contracted vendors, consultants, etc.
• Provide guidance with on‑site supervision when needed to ensure project performance criteria are being met
• Act as a project executive, with oversight of multiple project implementations and execution of deliverables on the west coast
• Negotiate contracts with customers and vendors as necessary
• Manage financial aspects of entire project: establish and manage project budgets (including hard and soft costs), maintain monthly forecasts and cash flow analysis, prepare anticipated cost reports and other reports to protect the company’s interest and simultaneously maintain a good relationship with the client
• Provide construction cost/benefit analysis as required; responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, pre‑construction duties (design, entitlements, bidding, permitting, consultant selection, design team selection, schedule creation, contractor selection, and vendor selection)
• Deliver Built‑to‑Suit projects, upgrades and retrofits with a heavy emphasis on value‑engineering
• Drive company standards uniformly as it regards to project delivery by all project participants on all projects
• Identify, manage and mitigate areas of concern regarding potential liabilities and risk (fee, company reputation, errors and omissions, etc.)
• Maintain client relationships and manage conflict resolution
• Represent the company in project meetings
• Manage / hire a team of project managers; responsible for attracting, retaining, developing and managing a team
• Train and develop project team members in the skills and understanding of firm procedures, methodology, and practices expected for a successful project implementation
• Ensure Project Managers are following company and industry best practices and that all internal and external stakeholders are fully informed of all project, internal and client issues affecting the perception of the local, national and global reputation of the firm

Qualifications

• BA or BS plus; advanced degree a plus
• Minimum of 7‑10+ years of experience managing data center or mission‑critical construction projects with progressive leadership responsibility
• Experience managing multiple Data Center Construction Projects as an Owner or as a General Contractor
• Demonstrated ability to manage retrofit projects, interior fit‑outs, upgrades, or multi‑site capital programs in a live data center environment
• Deep understanding of the design and construction process for mission‑critical building systems
• Executive‑level client‑facing experience with strong relationship management and advisory capabilities
• Proven leadership experience supervising, mentoring, and developing project managers and teams
• Strong financial expertise with demonstrated success managing complex project budgets, executive‑level reporting, scheduling and SOPs as they relate to corporate real estate
• Computer proficiency including MS Project, Excel, and enterprise project controls tools such as Primavera P6; AutoCAD a plus
• Highly organized with strong analytical, decision‑making, and problem‑solving skills
• Exceptional communication skills across written, verbal, and executive‑level presentations
• Ability to support both internal and external stakeholders (architects, contractors, client’s representatives, etc.)
• Ability to work independently and make high‑impact decisions affecting large capital programs
• Advanced contract negotiation and vendor management experience
• Willingness to travel as required to support project and client needs
• Active participation in professional organizations such as AFCOM, ASHRAE, 7x24 Exchange, PTC, Datacenter Dynamics, Uptime, iMasons, Bisnow/DICE, etc.
• Previous experience in the Military / Military Veterans 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.

Benefits and EEO

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

EOE/AA Employer M/F/D/V. Pkaza LLC is a third‑party employment firm. All fees assessed by Pkaza LLC will be paid by our employer and not by the candidate.