Director - ConstructionLocation: Atlanta, GA | Type: Full-time
Role OverviewThe
Director Construction provides leadership and oversight for T5s Southeast market and other markets, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and on budget. You'll lead multi-building projects, coordinate subcontractors, and manage budgets while ensuring quality and compliance with specifications.
Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Strategy- Lead construction management teams across multiple projects, ensuring alignment with company goals and client expectations.
- Provide direction, coaching, and accountability to project executives, senior project managers, and superintendents.
- Support the VP in shaping organizational strategy, developing scalable systems, and maintaining a strong safety and performance culture.
- Partner with Preconstruction & Estimating to ensure seamless project handoff and execution.
Project Delivery & Execution- Oversee all phases of construction execution, from mobilization through commissioning and turnover.
- Ensure adherence to contract requirements, schedules, budgets, and quality standards.
- Proactively identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
- Monitor Earned Value, CPI/SPI, and other performance metrics to drive accountability.
- Champion BIM/VDC integration, prefabrication strategies, and cutting-edge data center construction methods.
Client & Partner Relationships- Serve as the senior point of contact for key clients, building trust through consistent performance and transparency.
- Lead executive-level project reporting and presentations.
- Manage relationships with trade partners, vendors, and consultants to ensure collaboration and alignment.
Operations & Continuous Improvement- Standardize best practices in project controls, scheduling, safety, and field operations.
- Drive innovation in construction execution, including AI-driven data center solutions, liquid cooling installation processes, and modular builds.
- Partner with Training & Development to build leadership and technical capability within the construction organization.
- Support recruiting, onboarding, and retention of top construction talent.
- Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (Masters preferred).
- 12+ years of progressive experience in construction management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Proven track record delivering large-scale ($100M+), mission-critical or data center projects.
- Strong technical knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and liquid cooling systems.
- Expertise in project controls, scheduling software, and BIM/VDC platforms.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and client-facing skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment with competing priorities.
Skills & Competencies- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
- Team-oriented with adaptability to changing conditions.
- Commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.
- Excellent planning and organizational skills.
Benefits- Competitive salary + bonus eligibility
- Per diem when traveling
- Car allowance
- Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match
- PTO & paid holidays
What's Next?We're excited to hear how your skills and leadership can help build the next generation of world-class data centers with T5. Apply today and let's build the future together.
