Vice President, Construction, NA in United States at Jobgether
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Job Description
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Vice President, Construction, NA based in the United States.
This executive leadership role oversees large-scale construction operations across multiple active markets, ensuring successful delivery of complex data center development programs from pre-construction through commissioning and closeout. The role carries full responsibility for capital execution, cost control, and project performance across a geographically distributed portfolio. It requires close coordination with internal stakeholders, customers, and external partners to ensure alignment on delivery standards and timelines. The Vice President will lead high-performing construction teams and directors while shaping execution strategy across regions. This position plays a critical role in optimizing construction efficiency, enhancing vendor performance, and driving continuous improvement across all projects. It is a highly visible leadership role combining strategic oversight with hands-on operational accountability in a fast-scaling environment.
- Lead and oversee all construction activities across active regions, ensuring consistent execution from pre-construction through commissioning and project closeout.
- Manage and develop construction directors and project teams, ensuring strong leadership, accountability, and performance across all campuses.
- Own and control CAPEX budgets, ensuring financial discipline, accurate forecasting, variance analysis, and adherence to governance standards.
- Drive end-to-end project delivery including planning, procurement, bidding, contractor selection, execution, and turnover to operations.
- Partner with internal stakeholders (development, finance, operations, and sales) to align construction execution with business and customer requirements.
- Oversee vendor and contractor relationships, including qualification, performance management, and long-term partnership development.
- Lead reporting, cost analysis, estimating, and risk assessment to support executive-level decision-making and portfolio optimization.
- Ensure lessons learned and best practices are embedded into future projects to continuously improve delivery performance and cost efficiency.
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 10–15+ years of progressive leadership experience in construction, with strong preference for 15–20 years in large-scale infrastructure or data center environments.
- Proven experience delivering complex, multi-site construction programs from inception through completion.
- Strong expertise in CSA (civil, structural, architectural) and MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) construction management.
- Deep knowledge of construction cost estimating, budgeting, forecasting, and financial controls.
- Demonstrated ability to lead large, distributed teams and drive cross-functional alignment across multiple stakeholders.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and executive stakeholder management skills.
- High level of organizational rigor, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Willingness and ability to travel up to 50–75%, with potential for increased travel based on business needs.
- Competitive executive compensation package aligned with experience and market benchmarks
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
- Generous paid time off and paid leave programs
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Employee assistance and wellness programs
- Additional voluntary benefits and recognition programs
- Career development, training, and leadership growth opportunities
- Inclusive, team-oriented culture emphasizing collaboration, support, and continuous improvement.