Regional Construction Director

Yondr Group•Dallas, TX

20d

About The Position

Yondr is a global developer, owner-operator, and service provider of data centers, delivering complex data center capacity for the world’s largest technology companies. The Regional Construction Director leads construction projects from inception to completion and oversees project coordination, teams, and the safe execution of construction plans. The role provides strategic leadership throughout planning, design, procurement, construction, and closeout, with responsibility for delivering complex projects on time and within budget. The director develops project plans and budgets, manages schedules, contracts, quality, and risk, and ensures compliance with relevant regulations and standards. The role also oversees stakeholder communications, health and safety practices, and project reporting and documentation. Yondr welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to equitable hiring and a welcoming, safe, and inclusive work environment. The company states that its benefits are inclusive of all backgrounds.

Requirements

At least 15 years of project delivery experience, preferably in data centers or mission-critical infrastructure.
Client-side major project management experience in challenging environments on projects greater than $100 million, in a lead Senior Project Manager or Project Director capacity.
Experience in a people-management role with multidisciplinary internal and external teams, especially an integrated Project Delivery team.
A track record of delivering large-scale, complex projects within budget and schedule constraints.
Experience with leadership-level communications in a highly analytical environment.
Sound commercial business acumen, a quality focus, and a drive for efficiency.
Ability to work as a team player and team builder with multiple stakeholders in multicultural and matrix environments.
Creative and innovative approach to problem-solving, with an interest in finding better solutions.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic direction and leadership across construction project planning, design, procurement, construction, and closeout.
Build, lead, and mentor project professionals, including project managers, engineers, architects, contractors, and subcontractors, and foster a collaborative, high-performing work environment.
Develop and execute project plans covering scope, schedule, budget, resources, and risk management; monitor and adjust plans as needed.
Establish and manage project budgets, monitor expenses, implement cost controls, and proactively address potential cost overruns.
Develop and maintain project schedules, ensure adherence to deadlines and milestones, and mitigate delays while improving project efficiency.
Lead contract negotiations with subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers, securing favorable terms while maintaining working relationships.
Implement quality control processes and ensure compliance with industry regulations, codes, and standards.
Identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies, assess risks regularly, and implement risk response plans.
Communicate effectively with clients, investors, regulatory authorities, and internal project teams; provide regular updates and address concerns.
Prioritize and enforce health and safety protocols at construction sites and implement practices that support a safe work environment.
Prepare accurate project reports, documentation, and progress assessments, and maintain organized records.