Director Field of Operations - Building Automation
Director of Field Operations
Data Center Controls & Critical Infrastructure
Location: Dallas (Travel Required)
Compensation: Highly Competitive + Bonus + Benefits
About the Opportunity
An established and rapidly growing controls contractor specializing in mission-critical and data center infrastructure is seeking a Director of Field Operations to lead the execution of large-scale new construction projects across North America.
This leadership role is responsible for developing operational standards, driving field execution excellence, improving productivity, and building the infrastructure needed to support significant business growth. The successful candidate will oversee field leaders, commissioning teams, and technical operations while partnering closely with executive leadership, engineering, and project delivery teams.
This is an opportunity to join an organization experiencing substantial growth within the data center market, supporting some of the industry's most complex and high-profile projects.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership
- Lead field operations teams responsible for the delivery and commissioning of large-scale controls and critical infrastructure projects.
- Develop and implement operational processes, standards, and best practices that improve productivity, quality, consistency, and profitability.
- Establish performance metrics and accountability frameworks across field teams.
- Drive operational excellence across multiple projects and geographic regions.
Technical Strategy & Commissioning
- Standardize commissioning methodologies for Building Automation Systems (BAS), DDC, PLC, and integrated building systems.
- Collaborate with engineering and technical leadership to improve field execution strategies.
- Support the adoption of new technologies, tools, and field processes that enhance project delivery.
- Provide technical leadership on complex mission-critical and data center projects.
Team Development & Organizational Growth
- Mentor and develop Field Operations Managers, Supervisors, and Technical Leaders.
- Build scalable operational structures to support continued growth.
- Assist in workforce planning, succession planning, and leadership development initiatives.
- Partner with recruiting and talent acquisition teams to attract top industry talent.
Project Delivery & Customer Success
- Provide executive oversight on major project execution.
- Support risk management, troubleshooting, and issue resolution throughout project lifecycles.
- Strengthen relationships with customers, contractors, consultants, and key stakeholders.
- Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and overall project success.
Required Experience
- 10+ years of experience within Building Automation Systems (BAS), Controls, Critical Facilities, Mission-Critical, or Data Center environments.
- Proven leadership experience managing multi-site field operations teams.
- Strong knowledge of:
- DDC Controls
- PLC Systems
- Building Automation Systems
- Electrical and Mechanical Systems
- Commissioning & Startup Activities
- Experience implementing operational standards, training programs, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Demonstrated ability to lead through growth and manage large teams across multiple locations.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Background
We are particularly interested in professionals coming from:
- Data Center Controls Contractors
- BAS Systems Integrators
- Mission-Critical Service Providers
- Electrical Contractors with Controls Divisions
- Critical Facilities Operators
- Commissioning & Startup Organizations
Potential backgrounds may include:
- Director of Operations
- Director of Field Services
- Regional Operations Manager
- Operations Manager
- Commissioning Manager
- Field Services Director
- Senior Project Executive
- Technical Operations Leader
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Lead some of the largest and most technically challenging data center projects in North America.
- Influence the growth strategy of a rapidly expanding organization.
- Build and develop high-performing operations teams.
- Work alongside executive leadership in shaping the future of the business.
- Competitive compensation package with strong long-term career growth potential.
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