THE POSITION:The Director, Construction plays a critical role in delivering large-scale, complex data center projects on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Reporting to the Sr. Vice President, Construction, this role will oversee day-to-day project execution, provide leadership to project teams, and ensure alignment with STACK's operational and strategic objectives.
The ideal candidate has significant experience leading multi-million to billion-dollar ground-up construction projects, including turnkey data center campuses, and thrives in fast-paced environments. The Director will serve as a key interface between general contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders, ensuring project success through collaboration, communication, and proactive problem-solving. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Project Leadership: Direct and manage construction projects across the region, ensuring accountability for budgets, schedules, quality, and safety.
- Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a primary contact with general contractors, owner-direct vendors, and internal teams, ensuring clear communication and strong relationships.
- Budget & Schedule Oversight: Review, track, and forecast project budgets, cost reports, and schedules; identify risks and mitigation strategies.
- Team Development: Lead, mentor, and develop regional project management staff, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.
- Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional STACK teams (Engineering, EH&S, Finance, Operations) to ensure alignment and delivery excellence.
- Risk & Issue Management: Proactively identify and resolve project challenges to maintain delivery commitments.
- Reporting: Prepare and present reports, updates, and analyses for senior leadership, clients, and partners as required.
- Culture & Standards: Champion a culture of safety, quality, professionalism, and innovation across all projects.
THE DETAILS:- Location: Lancaster, TX
- Travel: Domestic travel required, up to 20%
- Benefits: Healthcare, Dental Care, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Paid Leave Programs
- Must be eligible to work in the United States
- Must pass comprehensive background and drug screening
MUST-HAVE QUALIFICATIONS:- 10+ years of construction management experience, including delivery of large-scale data centers or comparable complex, fast-track projects.
- Proven success in managing ground-up, core and shell, utility, sitework, and fit-out projects ($500M+ preferred).
- Strong client-facing experience with the ability to influence outcomes and build lasting relationships.
- Deep knowledge of construction management tools and practices (contracts, schedules, budgets, payment applications, risk management, etc.).
- Familiarity with Procore, Bluebeam, and BIM platforms (preferred).
- Excellent financial acumen with the ability to manage cost controls and reporting.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable presenting to clients and senior leadership.
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (advanced degree preferred).
THIS MIGHT BE RIGHT FOR YOU IF:- You are a strong communicator, you are persuasive and clear, blending analytics with experience in decision-making.
- You do not get flustered easily. You can juggle multiple priorities while balancing urgent requests with shifting timelines and deliverables.
- You are a team builder. You take the time to understand and develop the strengths of your resources while formulating long-term plans for the growth and success of the team.
- You are naturally curious and driven toward continual improvement. While you celebrate your successes, you take time to review and analyze campaigns for future learning.
