Project Director - Data Center Program Delivery

SB Energy•California, OH

5h•$190,000 - $240,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Do you want to work with high caliber professionals in a dynamic and growing company? Are you entrepreneurial, hard-working, and collegial? Join us at SB Energy, a leading company backed by SoftBank and Ares pairing cutting-edge innovation with best-in-class execution. Our Mission is to provide reliable, affordable energy at scale to support America’s growing energy demands. Headquartered in Redwood City, CA, SB Energy develops, builds, owns & operates some of the largest and most technically advanced energy and data center infrastructure projects in the United States. Since launching in 2019, the company has rapidly grown into a top-tier integrated platform with over 3 gigawatts (GW) in operation and a multi-GW pipeline of energy and data center infrastructure nationwide. SB Energy also utilizes its strong culture of innovation to identify and incorporate new technology into our projects, including our AI-based digital platform, to deliver energy infrastructure that is local, reliable, and matched to load. We are building the energy and technology future—today. Come join us in accelerating the energy transition to cleaner, more sustainable sources of power! Basic Function The Project Director is responsible for leading the successful delivery of hyperscale data center campuses (1GW–8GW+) through a highly collaborative, integrated approach. This leader is not only accountable for outcomes—schedule, cost, safety, and quality—but also serves as the central facilitator across development, design, construction, and operations, ensuring alignment among diverse stakeholders including internal teams, general contractors, trade partners, utilities, and customers. Success in this role is defined by the ability to provide leadership, create clarity, foster trust, and orchestrate execution across a complex ecosystem. In addition to driving project execution, the Director champions SB Energy’s culture—leading with ownership, accountability, collaboration, and a commitment to continuous improvement while building and mentoring high-performing teams.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
10+ years of progressive experience managing data centers, or other large-scale capital construction projects
12-15+ years of professional experience in related fields
Demonstrated leadership experience managing multiple complex projects and EPC contractors simultaneously
Strong financial acumen with expertise in capital budgeting, forecasting, and contract management
Experience in multi-prime, design-build, or alternative procurement delivery models preferred
Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Primavera P6, MS Project, Monday.com, Procore, or similar project management tools
Deep understanding of CSA and MEP construction management principles
Experience interfacing with utilities, permitting authorities, lenders, and independent engineers
Ability to travel 25–50% as needed
Location: California, Texas, Ohio preferred.

Responsibilities

Program Leadership
Lead multi-GW campus delivery by aligning cross-functional teams around shared goals, milestones, and constraints
Establish a culture of transparency, accountability, and proactive communication
Facilitate decision-making across stakeholders, ensuring issues are surfaced early and resolved collaboratively
Translate executive strategy into clear, executable plans across all teams
Ensure program provides incentive structure that ensures exceptional project outcomes with respect to cost, schedule, quality and overall execution
Collaborative Execution & Team Integration
Act as the integration point across development, engineering, procurement, construction and operations
Foster strong partnerships with general contractors and key trade partners, treating them as extensions of the core team
Lead structured coordination forums (e.g., multi-GC alignment meetings, pull-planning sessions, interface workshops)
Break down silos and ensure seamless information flow across disciplines
Integrate the customer to the greatest extent without
Execution Strategy & Phasing
Co-develop phased deployment strategies with internal and external partners (e.g., 100MW–300MW increments)
Align construction sequencing with utility delivery, procurement timelines, and customer commitments
Facilitate collaborative schedule development (Last Planner System, pull planning, etc.)
Drive shared ownership of critical path milestones
Construction & Field Leadership
Lead large, distributed teams by empowering field leaders while maintaining alignment to program objectives
Promote a culture where field insights inform decision-making at all levels
Ensure site logistics, productivity, and sequencing are collectively owned and continuously optimized
Encourage cross-contractor collaboration rather than competition
Commercial & Contract Strategy (Partnership-Focused)
Structure contracts that incentivize collaboration, performance, and shared success
Lead commercial discussions with a solutions-oriented mindset, balancing risk and partnership
Facilitate resolution of changes, claims, and disputes through alignment and transparency
Ensure financial decisions support long-term program success—not just short-term outcomes
Design & Preconstruction Integration
Lead integrated design and preconstruction efforts with a focus on constructability, scalability, and repeatability
Facilitate value engineering sessions that leverage input from all stakeholders
Ensure design decisions are informed by real-world execution constraints
Promote standardization while allowing flexibility where needed
Supply Chain & Procurement Coordination
Align procurement strategies with construction sequencing and program priorities
Engage contractors and vendors early to ensure feasibility and buy-in
Facilitate coordination across global supply chain stakeholders
Proactively identify and mitigate procurement risks through collaboration
Commissioning & Turnover
Lead commissioning strategy with strong coordination between construction and operations teams
Ensure all parties are aligned on readiness criteria and turnover expectations
Facilitate integrated system testing and issue resolution
Deliver facilities that are operationally ready and meet customer expectations
Safety & Risk Culture
Champion a shared safety culture across all contractors and teams
Facilitate open dialogue around risks, near misses, and lessons learned
Lead program-level risk workshops and mitigation planning
Ensure safety and risk management are collective responsibilities
Stakeholder Engagement
Serve as a trusted partner to executives, customers, utilities, and regulatory agencies
Communicate program status, risks, and opportunities with clarity and transparency
Build long-term relationships that support future growth and collaboration
Represent the program as a unified effort—not a collection of silos

Benefits

100% Company-Paid Medical, Dental & Vision (for employees and dependents)
401(k) with Company Match
Generous Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
Life, AD&D & Long-Term Disability Coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical, Dependent Care, Transit & Parking (with company contributions)
Mental, Physical & Social Wellness Support (with company contributions)
Flexible Work Arrangements & Hybrid Office Setup Benefits
Monthly Reimbursement for Phone, Internet & Data
Optional Legal & Pet Insurance Plans
Device Purchase Support