Infrastructure & Capital Projects – Senior Vice President – Data Centers, ANS

Accountabilities:

• Develop annual budgets, strategic objectives, and long-term growth priorities for the data center capital projects business, with a focus on sustainable revenue and market expansion.
• Lead business development initiatives and collaborate with leaders across business units, regions, and functions to identify, pursue, and secure new opportunities.
• Build and maintain a broad network of industry contacts, clients, partners, and senior stakeholders to stay informed about market developments and position the business for future growth.
• Lead and develop senior leaders by setting objectives, assigning accountability, establishing priorities, and fostering a culture built around engagement, psychological safety, collaboration, and high performance.
• Oversee performance management, incentive compensation, and salary recommendations for assigned senior leaders within established budget parameters.
• Maintain strategic relationships with major clients through regular executive-level engagement, ensuring objectives are met and identifying opportunities for repeat business and expanded engagements.
• Evaluate contracts, project backlogs, and client engagements for potential risk exposure, developing and executing mitigation strategies to protect project and business outcomes.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in data center capital projects, providing technical and industry guidance in internal discussions, client meetings, proposals, and strategic initiatives.
• Contribute thought leadership through conferences, industry organizations, social media, publications, and other public-facing platforms, strengthening professional and organizational market presence.
• Oversee one or more major capital programs or projects from concept and initiation through construction, commissioning, completion, handover, and subsequent upgrades or retrofits.
• Guide project teams and client stakeholders to ensure construction activities remain aligned with project objectives, budgets, schedules, quality expectations, and delivery requirements.
• Collaborate closely with architects, engineers, general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and client teams to achieve successful project outcomes.
• Identify construction and commissioning risks and develop mitigation plans designed to minimize disruption, protect schedules, and support successful project delivery.
• Foster effective communication and collaboration across project teams, clients, vendors, and other stakeholders to maintain seamless execution.
• Work independently to grow the data center capital projects business while leveraging a strong internal network of experienced leaders and subject matter experts.
• Travel as needed to meet clients, support business development, and oversee project execution while maintaining a primarily remote working arrangement.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience and education.
• At least 5 years of experience in the data center industry, including strong knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP), and commissioning disciplines.
• At least 3 years of experience working with hyperscale data centers exceeding 30MW.
• 15+ years of demonstrated functional knowledge of contracts, construction drawings, estimates, specifications, and project requirements, with the ability to ensure compliance throughout complex capital programs.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute long-term strategic plans over a 3–5 year horizon, balancing market growth, client needs, operational priorities, and project delivery.
• Experience leading large markets, business sectors, or significant portfolios within the infrastructure, construction, engineering, or data center environment.
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate senior teams while achieving results through others.
• Strong executive presence and the ability to build trusted relationships with major clients, industry partners, and senior stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical and commercial concepts clearly and persuasively.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, plans, specifications, estimates, project controls, and delivery requirements.
• Strong analytical, strategic-thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to anticipate challenges and manage complex projects.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with MS Project and/or Primavera.
• Professional certifications such as PE, CCM, PMP, CFE, COA, or LEED, and/or a Master’s degree are preferred.
• Ability and willingness to travel as required for client meetings, business development, and project oversight.

Benefits:

• Salary: $300,000–$350,000 USD per year, with compensation influenced by factors such as location, skills, experience, and role level.
• Remote Flexibility: Primarily remote position with flexibility to support work-life needs and periodic in-person collaboration.
• Healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Financial Benefits: 401(k) plan with employer matching, health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts.
• Insurance: Basic life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, and supplemental insurance options.
• Paid Leave: Paid time off, holidays, and paid maternity, parental, and caregiver leave.
• Family Support: Adoption and surrogacy assistance.
• Wellbeing & Support: Employee assistance program, legal resources, and identity theft protection.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities to lead major hyperscale data center programs, expand market presence, influence strategic growth, and develop senior leadership teams.
• Industry Exposure: High-level engagement with major clients, architects, engineers, contractors, and infrastructure stakeholders across the data center sector.
• Flexible Collaboration: Opportunities for in-person collaboration, learning, relationship building, and client engagement while maintaining a remote-first working model.
• Inclusive Workplace: Commitment to equal opportunity, diversity, inclusion, and creating an environment where different perspectives contribute to innovation and business success.