Director Data Center Development & Construction

Overwatch Mission Critical•Sterling, VA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director, Data Center Development & Construction will coordinate the daily activities involved with the entitlement, design, construction, and promotion of data center projects. This position reports to SVP, Data Center Development & Construction. The candidate will interact with consultants, design and engineering teams, general contractors, equipment suppliers, capital partners, and other project stakeholders as necessary. The incumbent will be directly responsible for all project development tasks, including but not limited to management of project budgets, scheduling, consultant and contractor procurement and contract administration, and overall project and/or development delivery and performance. This role is based out of the Project Site in Richmond, VA, with minimum 25% travel requirements to HQ. Additionally, travel could expand to additional project sites in the future.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture/planning, business or related field, or additional significant relevant working experience in lieu of degree.
10+ years of construction or development project management experience on mission-critical or technically complex commercial construction projects, including data centers or high-density MEP environments.
Advanced knowledge of the data center development, design, and construction principles and practices.
Intermediate experience of financial models to understand the financial feasibility of projects.
Ability to interpret federal, state, and local ordinances, regulations and past approvals pertaining to the development of assets.
Skilled in drafting agreements and editing legal documents related to design and construction.
Ability to handle complete infrastructure development life cycle for multiple projects and deadlines and generate detail-oriented work-product.
Skilled in developing, coordinating and maintaining project schedules.
Skilled in developing and executing project level Sustainability plans, including comprehensive understanding of relevant data center sustainability metrics (e.g., PUE, WUE).
Experience with project risk management and mitigation strategies.
Self-starter and team-player with ability to identify problems and develop creative solutions in a fast-paced environment with limited supervision.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with senior management, technical consultants, public agency staff, fellow employees, public officials and community members.
Analytical ability to collect, evaluate, and analyze information to make decisions that affect the overall operations or results.
Strong proficiency of computer software, including but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite, Yardi, Primavera P6, Aconex.
Experienced in real estate development and/or finance.
Candidates must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license appropriate for the role and be eligible to operate a motor vehicle in accordance with applicable laws.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in a professional work environment, including preparing written reports and documentation, conveying information clearly to team members, clients, and stakeholders, and responding appropriately to verbal and written communications related to job duties.
Must be able to walk, stand, stoop, twist, bend, and climb stairs or ladders for extended periods while navigating uneven, unpaved, or obstructed terrain.
Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
Must be able to drive between job sites and access all areas of an active construction zone, including raised platforms, scaffolding, and confined spaces.
Must be able to tolerate exposure to outdoor weather conditions, dust, and construction-related noise, vibrations, and odors.
Must be able to communicate effectively with contractors, engineers, and site personnel, and maintain situational awareness in high-activity environments.
Personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety vests, hearing protection, and steel-toe boots, is required.
Must have sufficient visual acuity to read drawings, specifications, and safety signage, and to observe site activity.

Nice To Haves

Advanced business, real estate, or other related degrees.
Project management (PMP) or construction management (CCM) certifications.
Experienced in hyperscale turn-key data center projects.
Specific knowledge of the data center entitlement and permitting process a plus.
Experienced in real estate development and/or finance.
Cloud based project management software a plus (Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud).

Responsibilities

Lead the data center project development and project management throughout the entire project life cycle.
Coordinate and manage consultant activity during the entitlement and design development stage of projects. Commission reports (utility, wetlands, environmental, geotechnical) and access results as they relate to project development.
Assist in the preparation of project business plans, including marketing strategy, budget, capital requirements and exit strategies.
Assist in the preparation of pro-forma models for project financial analysis.
Assist in development and execution of project Sustainability plans.
Implement and report on project status on a daily basis.
Manage entitlement requirements with the responsible public agencies.
Maintain relationships and coordinate with responsible public agencies on entitlement related issues.
Prepare development budgets and manage costs to remain within budget constraints. Also prepare and manage development and project schedules including negotiation and resolution of critical path conflicts.
Help assure that the organization is in compliance with local, state and Federal laws and permits and perform other related duties as assigned
Directly interface with construction general contractors throughout all phases: bidding, award, execution, and project closeout/punch list.
Develop and implement RFP requirements for project bids and review bidders' qualifications, analyze and evaluate bids and negotiate contracts as required. Manage contracts and agreements and enforce provisions as necessary.
Plan and schedule work over the course of one or several months; defines tasks, priorities and work schedules in order to meet overall objectives of broadly defined work assignments.
Developing comprehensive construction project scopes and requests for proposals.
Performing financial analysis of construction projects.
Managing construction documents, including submittal reviews, RFIs, change orders, and invoicing.
Implementing construction project quality control measures.
Recording and reporting key construction metrics to team and management.
Serving as a leader within internal and external teams.