Director of Data Center Development & Construction
📍 Director of Construction & Development - Data Centers (Charlotte, NC)
Confidential Data Center Developer - Permanent Position
A leading data center developer is seeking a Director of Construction & Development to oversee large-scale ground-up builds and spearhead development execution in the Charlotte metro area. This is a high-impact leadership role for someone with deep experience delivering complex mission-critical infrastructure from site through commissioning.
🔧 About the Role:
As Director, you will drive the full construction and development lifecycle across hyperscale and wholesale data center campuses. You'll manage local and regional contractors, lead internal project teams, and be a key voice in strategy, execution, and delivery.
You'll work closely with senior leadership, design, and operations to bring scalable and high-performance facilities to life. This role requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment with high standards and a long-term vision.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the full life cycle development and construction process for new data center sites, from site prep through to substantial completion.
Manage general contractors, construction schedules, cost controls, and quality assurance for multi-hundred-million-dollar builds.
Oversee development activities including permitting, site due diligence, entitlements, and coordination with power and utility partners.
Collaborate with design, engineering, and operations teams to ensure constructability, speed-to-market, and operational excellence.
Partner with real estate and executive leadership to assess new markets and development opportunities.
Ensure alignment with safety, sustainability, and compliance standards across all project phases.
Ideal Candidate Will Have:
10-20+ years of experience in ground-up commercial construction, ideally with data center, mission-critical, or industrial infrastructure projects.
Proven leadership of large-scale construction projects, preferably over $100M.
Deep understanding of construction sequencing, risk mitigation, and contractor management.
Experience coordinating with AHJs, utility providers, and municipalities.
Strong financial acumen, ability to manage large budgets and report at an executive level.
Adaptability to a dynamic and evolving build pipeline with multiple active sites.
Strong preference for candidates with a background in general contracting or owner/developer-side construction management.
💡 This is a rare opportunity to join a well-capitalized developer with ambitious growth plans and active land positions across Tier 1 and emerging markets. You'll have a major seat at the table as Charlotte becomes a key strategic location in their national portfolio.
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