VP of Construction - Data Centers & Mission Critical

Preston Recruitment Ltd; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 300,000 - 330,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Housing allowance

Travel allowances

Generous paid time off

401(k) with employer match

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Job summary

Preston Recruitment Ltd is partnering with a leading US contractor to appoint a Vice President of Construction for a major data center project in Austin, Texas. The role will oversee delivery, commercial performance and client relationships for a large-scale data center build.

The candidate will direct senior teams, manage budgets and risk, and drive preconstruction-to-construction transitions. A strong leadership track record in mission critical construction is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering large-scale data center or mission critical projects.
• Executive-level responsibility for delivery, safety, quality and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction delivery and accountability for safety, quality, schedule and financial performance.
• Direct Project Executives and senior project teams to match resources with delivery demands.
• Oversee budgets, forecasts, risks and project recovery plans.
• Act as senior client contact, resolve escalations and build long-term relationships.
• Oversee preconstruction planning, subcontractor strategy and transition into construction.
• Recruit, mentor and develop senior construction leaders.

Skills

Executive leadership

Data center delivery

P&L & commercial judgement

Client relationship management

Senior team leadership

Job description

Preston Recruitment Ltd is partnering with a leading US contractor to appoint a Vice President of Construction for a major data center project in Austin, Texas. The role will oversee delivery, commercial performance and client relationships for a large-scale data center build.

The candidate will direct senior teams, manage budgets and risk, and drive preconstruction-to-construction transitions. A strong leadership track record in mission critical construction is essential.