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VP, Construction

VP, Construction

Prime Data Centers

Lockhart, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

About Prime Data Centers
Prime Data Centers develops, acquires, and operates data centers for some of the world's largest enterprises. A private firm owned by a group controlling $6 billion in assets, with a 15-year tenure in technology and real estate development, Prime provides customers with ownership options and dynamic leasing models, defining a true corporate partnership.
About the role
The Vice President of Construction reports to the Senior Vice President Product Delivery and is responsible for the management of delivering data centers from conception through commissioning, working with Sales, Operations, Acquisitions, and Innovation and Engineering along the way. This role also works closely with partner contractors to come up with a vertically integrated design and manages these partners to deliver the projects on schedule and budget. Additional responsibilities include the alignment of long-term operational sustainability with value engineering and cost metrics to deliver products aligned with corporate goals.
As Vice President of Construction, your responsibilities will include construction operations oversight and delivering data center projects of increasing size and complexity. Collaboration and integration in the sales lifecycle process including client interface is integral to the role. As Prime continues to expand you will peer with the Development/Engineering and Finance teams focused on cost and schedule reduction to integrate change management and product optimization into new and ongoing projects, while providing lessons learned into the overall feedback loop for analysis and modification.
What you'll do
  • Lead construction delivery across all phases: planning, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout
  • Oversee construction operations across multiple regions and projects
  • Build, lead, and develop high-performing project management teams
  • Own CAPEX budgets, financial controls, forecasting, and reporting
  • Drive schedule, cost, quality, and safety performance across all projects
  • Partner cross-functionally (Sales, Engineering, Finance, Operations) to align delivery with business goals
  • Manage contractor/vendor relationships, including procurement, negotiation, and performance
  • Support client engagement throughout project lifecycle
  • Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality standards
  • Lead commissioning and handoff to operations
  • Drive continuous improvement, lessons learned, and process standardization
  • Oversee resource allocation and project workflow across teams

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
  • 15+ years of progressive construction experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role overseeing large-scale, mission-critical projects (data centers preferred).
  • Proven track record of delivering high-value, complex data center projects on time and within budget across multiple regions.
  • Deep understanding of hyperscale and colocation data center construction requirements, including power, cooling, network, and security infrastructure.
  • Strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems, critical infrastructure, and Tier-rated data center design and operations (e.g., Uptime Institute standards).
  • Familiarity with construction codes, safety regulations (OSHA), permitting processes, and environmental compliance requirements.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead large, cross-functional teams including project managers, engineers, general contractors, and subcontractors.
  • Strong financial acumen, including experience managing CAPEX budgets exceeding $100M+.
  • Experience implementing standardized construction processes, quality assurance protocols, and risk management frameworks at scale.
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to align construction initiatives with overall business goals, growth projections, and market demands.

Benefits
  • Competitive salary range and performance bonus program
  • 401k fully vested upon enrollment, up to a 4% employer match
  • 100% employee premiums paid by employer for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability
  • Paid Time Off + Sick time

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.
Prime is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are considered for employment without attention to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, protected veteran or military status, disability status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.
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