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ENFRA LLC

Data Center Project Manager

Montgomery, AL · On-site

$118K/yr

Perform the financial set up of the project including equipment, labor, materials, other direct job ... data center construction. 5+ years of experience in one of the following sectors: mechanical ...

ENFRA LLC

Data Center Project Manager

Montgomery, AL · On-site

$118K/yr

Perform the financial set up of the project including equipment, labor, materials, other direct job ... data center construction. 5+ years of experience in one of the following sectors: mechanical ...

SNC-Lavalin

Data Center Senior Scheduler

Vestavia Hills, AL · Hybrid

$130K - $175K/yr

Overview We are seeking a Data Center Scheduler to join our Mission-Critical Data Center team. This ... Note to staffing and direct hire agencies: In the event a recruiter or agency who is not on our ...

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How much do director data center jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for director data center in Alabama is $140,375.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $99,700.00 and $171,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a director data center do?

A Director of Data Center oversees the operations, maintenance, and strategic planning of data center facilities. They ensure uptime, efficiency, security, and scalability while managing budgets, staff, and vendor relationships. Their role involves optimizing infrastructure, implementing best practices, and aligning data center operations with business goals. Additionally, they handle disaster recovery planning, compliance, and emerging technology adoption to support organizational growth.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director data center?

To thrive as a Director Data Center, you need a strong background in data center operations, infrastructure management, and a degree in information technology or a similar field. Familiarity with data center management tools, monitoring systems, disaster recovery solutions, and certifications such as CDCP, CDCS, or ITIL are highly valuable. Leadership, strategic decision-making, and effective communication skills set outstanding candidates apart. These skills ensure reliability, efficiency, and scalability of data center services, as well as successful management of cross-functional teams in a high-stakes environment.

What are the typical challenges faced by a director data center, and how are they managed?

A Director Data Center frequently faces challenges such as ensuring continuous uptime, managing rapid scaling demands, coordinating disaster recovery initiatives, and maintaining strict security and compliance standards. Managing these challenges involves close collaboration with IT, facilities, and security teams, as well as proactive planning and investment in infrastructure and staff training. Directors often lead efforts to standardize processes and implement automation to boost operational efficiency and reduce risk. Staying informed about evolving technologies and industry best practices is also crucial. Addressing these challenges effectively safeguards critical business operations and builds organizational resilience.

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Infographic showing various Director Data Center job openings in Alabama as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 66% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 17% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $140,375 per year, or $67.5 per hour.

Project Director - Data Center

Clayco

Huntsville, AL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 8 days ago

Clayco rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

About Us

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $7.6 billion in revenue for 2024, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential related building projects.

The Role We Want You For

As a Project Director, you will be based in the Southern region of the United States and provide leadership on projects as the "single point of contact" for the owner, design department, and the project staff. Ensure quality and timely execution of design-build projects from design to completion and deliver the best solutions on projects valued anywhere from a $60 million to over $250 million. At Clayco, The Project Director will work with marketing, pre-construction services, business unit leaders, and mentoring Project Managers and Engineers and have overall responsibility for these projects.

The Specifics of the Role

  • Build client and subcontractor relationships.
  • Team with Architects, Engineers, and Planners to create and manage a design schedule.
  • Establish project forecasts and budgets.
  • Manage costs.
  • Accept full responsibility for project execution.
  • Mentor and develop project management staff.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or related.
  • 15-20 years of experience managing construction projects ($100+ million) ideally design-build.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of construction principles, practices, and technology.
  • Previous experience leading a successful project management team.
  • Ability to walk a job site, climb ladders, and scale multi-floor scaffolding.
  • Ability to lift objects of at least 50 lbs.

Some Things You Should Know

    • Our clients and projects are nationwide – Travel will be required.
    • No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
    • We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.
    • The pace is fast!
    • This position is classified as a safety-sensitive role in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Candidates selected for this position will be subject to a comprehensive background check, which includes mandatory drug testing.

    Why Clayco?

    • 2025 Best Places to Work – St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
    • 2025 ENR Midwest – Midwest Contractor (#1).
    • 2025 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms – Design-Build Contractor (Top 5).
    • 2025 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors – Green Contractor (Top 3).
    • 2025 ENR Top 25 Data Center Builders – Data Center Contractor (Top 3).

    Benefits

    • Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
    • Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!

    Compensation

    • The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

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