Project Executive, Advanced Technology

Position Summary

The Project Executive, Data Centers is responsible for leading, coordinating, and delivering multiple large-scale, mission-critical data center projects across Building US. This role operates as a senior leader accountable for overall project performance, client relationships, and business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership & Delivery Oversight

• Lead and oversee multiple data center projects, ensuring alignment with Building US standards for safety, quality, schedule, and cost
• Provide strategic direction to project teams across all phases including preconstruction, execution, commissioning, and closeout
• Serve as a senior resource to teams in resolving complex project challenges, including cost, schedule, quality, and risk management
• Conduct regular project reviews and audits to ensure financial accuracy, schedule adherence, and overall team health

• Data Center Strategy & Mission-Critical Execution

• Ensure successful delivery of mission-critical facilities, including hyperscale, enterprise, and colocation data centers
• Oversee integration of complex MEP systems including electrical distribution, cooling infrastructure, redundancy systems, and commissioning requirements
• Partner with General Superintendents and MEP leaders to ensure execution strategies support uptime, performance, and client expectations
• Drive alignment between design, construction, and commissioning to ensure seamless project turnover

• Lead pursuit strategy and actively participate in identifying and securing new data center opportunities
• Partner with Business Development, Marketing, and Preconstruction teams to lead proposals, estimating, and client presentations
• Demonstrate strong conceptual estimating capability and deep understanding of mission-critical cost drivers
• Lead negotiation of contracts with owners and trade partners to mitigate risk and optimize project outcomes

• Own project financial performance, ensuring accurate forecasting, reporting, and profitability across all assigned projects
• Guide teams on buyout strategies, subcontractor selection, and cost management practices
• Identify and mitigate project risks proactively, ensuring alignment with contract terms and company objectives
• Drive strategies that enhance fee opportunities and optimize financial outcomes

• Own and develop senior-level client relationships across the data center and mission-critical market
• Ensure project teams maintain strong, long-term partnerships with clients, design teams, and trade partners
• Drive high levels of client satisfaction and repeat business
• Represent Building US as a trusted advisor and partner in the delivery of complex projects

• Attract, lead, coach, and develop high-performing project teams, including Project Managers, Superintendents, and support staff
• Build and scale teams capable of delivering complex, high-growth data center projects
• Create a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Support leadership development and succession planning across the organization

• Promote and ensure consistent use of Building US resources and best practices, including VDC, Lean construction, sustainability, and prefabrication strategies
• Drive adoption of innovative construction methodologies and technologies to improve efficiency and outcomes
• Ensure consistent execution of Building US policies, procedures, and operational standards

• Champion Building US’s safety-first culture and ensure industry-leading safety performance across all projects
• Ensure quality standards and inspection processes are consistently executed
• Act as an ambassador of Building US culture, values, and leadership expectations

What You’ll Bring

• 14+ years of experience in construction, with significant experience in data center or mission-critical projects
• Proven success leading multiple large, complex projects simultaneously
• Strong experience in preconstruction, estimating, and contract negotiation
• Deep understanding of construction financials, forecasting, and risk management
• OSHA certification required (OSHA 10 minimum; OSHA 30 preferred)
• Strong business development capability with an established network in the data center or mission-critical market
• Demonstrated success managing profitable projects and delivering strong financial outcomes
• Deep knowledge of MEP systems, commissioning processes, and mission-critical construction requirements
• Strong leadership and team development skills, with experience managing large, cross-functional teams
• Advanced understanding of contract structures, risk mitigation, and GMP delivery models
• Excellent communication and executive presence with the ability to influence at all levels
• Strong industry reputation with clients, consultants, and trade partners
• Deep expertise in data center and mission-critical construction
• A strategic, business-oriented leadership mindset
• Ability to lead in high-growth, fast-paced environments
• Strong client focus and relationship management capability
• A commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence
• A collaborative, team-first approach aligned with Building US values