VP - Critical Infrastructure - Data Center
About The Position
NV5 is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering solutions through six business verticals: Testing, Inspection & Consulting; Infrastructure; Utility Services; Environmental Health Sciences; Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology. With offices nationwide and abroad, NV5 helps clients plan, design, build, test, certify, and operate projects that improve the communities where we live and work. As engineers, architects, construction/program managers, environmental professionals and beyond, we play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team focused on Delivering Solutions and Improving Lives . The Vice President, Critical Infrastructure – Data Centers is a senior leadership role focused on driving business development, revenue growth, and strategic partnerships related to mission-critical infrastructure and building solutions. This role sits at the intersection of technical expertise and commercial strategy, leading efforts to originate, develop, and close opportunities across data center infrastructure, including power, cooling, and resiliency solutions. The VP will work closely with clients, partners, and internal teams to position the organization as a trusted advisor in critical infrastructure, supporting both new market expansion and growth within existing accounts. You will be reporting directly to Andrew Chang, COO, Buildings & Technology.
Requirements
- 15+ Years of Experience within the Data Center Industry
Responsibilities
- Business Development & Revenue Growth: Lead business development strategy for critical infrastructure services across data center markets
- Identify, originate, and close new revenue opportunities with hyperscale, colocation, enterprise, and public sector clients
- Build and maintain a strong pipeline of opportunities aligned with company growth targets
- Develop account strategies and expand relationships within key clients
- Client Engagement & Solutions Leadership: Serve as a trusted advisor to clients on data center infrastructure strategy, including power, cooling, and high-density environments
- Translate technical capabilities into compelling, client-focused solutions and value propositions
- Lead or support pursuit strategies, proposals, and presentations for large, complex engagements
- Collaborate with technical teams to shape solutions that meet client needs and differentiate in the market
- Market Strategy & Positioning: Analyze market trends (AI/HPC, energy constraints, sustainability, edge deployments) to inform growth strategy
- Define go-to-market strategies for critical infrastructure offerings
- Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and client engagements
- Partnerships & Ecosystem Development Build strategic partnerships with technology providers, OEMs, developers, and operators
- Identify and develop alliance opportunities that enhance service offerings and market reach
- Internal Collaboration: Partner with operations, engineering, and delivery teams to ensure successful project execution and client satisfaction
- Provide feedback from the market to inform service development and innovation
- Support pricing strategies, contract negotiations, and deal structuring
- Leadership: Mentor and guide business development and account management teams
- Foster a high-performance, client-focused culture
Benefits
- NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
