Director – Electrical OFCI Engineering & Technical Delivery in Denver, Colorado at Overwatch Mission Critical

About Overwatch Mission Critical Overwatch is a service-disabled Veteran-owned small business (SDVOB) certified through the National Veterans Business Development Council (NVBDC), offering construction professional services, talent acquisition, and general contractor services for the mission-critical infrastructure industry.Our mission is the construction and management of state-of-the-art data centers with the precision and reliability this industry demands. From high-end engineers to seasoned professionals, we deploy the people you need to get your data center off the ground. At Overwatch, it's more than a job. It's a purpose.
OverviewSenior Technical authority for owner- furnished, contractor-installed electrical systems across concurrent hyperscale and colo builds. Owns the technical strategy, procurement support, integration, and execution from concept through commissioning. The job is speed, standardization, constructability, and resiliency, not site operations.
ScopeLead OFCI electrical equipment strategy, specifications, procurement support, factory testing, integration, and deployment on several live projects.Be the subject matter expert for utility interconnection, medium-voltage distribution, diesel generators, UPS and batteries, switchgear, transformers, PDUs, EPMS/SCADA, grounding, and critical power architecture.Drive design standardization and constructability so projects can be repeated and delivered faster.Make technical calls under schedule pressure and hold vendors and engineers of record to the package.Support factory witness testing and confirm what ships matches the approved submittal.Hand a deployable, documented system to construction and commissioning.
Sub Specialty Area

• Electrical ORFI Management

Required Software Experience

• Word
• Excel
• Teams
• PowerPoint
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD
• Bluebeam
• Adobe Acrobat

Required Training

• Can run more than one project at once and make a technical decision without a long review cycle.
• Hands-on equipment knowledge, not a specifications editor who has never stood in a factory or a gallery.

Required Experience

• 15 or more years in mission-critical data center electrical work.
• Hyperscale or colo from concept through commissioning, not design-only and not operations-only.

Data Center Years Experience Needed

• 15 Years

Certifications Required

• Electrical PE strongly preferred.

Driver’s License RequirementFor roles that require on-site presence or travel between work locations as an essential function of the position, candidates must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license appropriate for the role and be eligible to operate a motor vehicle in accordance with applicable laws.
Communication SkillsDemonstrated ability to communicate effectively in a professional work environment, including preparing written reports and documentation, conveying information clearly to team members, clients, and stakeholders, and responding appropriately to verbal and written communications related to job duties.
Physical Requirements and Work EnvironmentThis position operates primarily in an active data center construction environment, encompassing both indoor and outdoor work settings. The role requires the physical ability to perform essential job functions safely and effectively in a dynamic environment that includes ongoing construction activity and evolving site conditions.The work environment includes areas and temporary structures owned, leased, or controlled by third parties over which Overwatch may have limited or no control. Because the project remains under construction, certain areas of the site — including access routes, staging zones, and temporary structures — may not yet be fully ADA-compliant until construction is complete or those third-party areas are finalized.
Physical Requirements

• Must be able to walk, stand, stoop, twist, bend, and climb stairs or ladders for extended periods while navigating uneven, unpaved, or obstructed terrain.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Must be able to drive between job sites and access all areas of an active construction zone, including raised platforms, scaffolding, and confined spaces.
• Must be able to tolerate exposure to outdoor weather conditions, dust, and construction-related noise, vibrations, and odors.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with contractors, engineers, and site personnel, and maintain situational awareness in high-activity environments.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety vests, hearing protection, and steel-toe boots, is required.
• Must have sufficient visual acuity to read drawings, specifications, and safety signage, and to observe site activity.

Work Environment:Work is performed primarily in and around active construction areas, which may include unfinished buildings, temporary field offices, staging areas, and partially completed infrastructure. These locations may contain uneven surfaces, limited accessibility, and other conditions typical of construction projects prior to final completion. Overwatch does not control and cannot modify accessibility conditions within areas, facilities, or temporary structures owned or managed by third parties.
Reasonable AccommodationReasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position, provided such accommodations do not create safety hazards, impede essential mobility within active work zones, or require modification of facilities not owned or controlled by Overwatch.
BenefitsWe offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off. Relocation assistance is available to support candidates transitioning to the location.
OVERWATCH is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. OVERWATCH considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.