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Senior Director, Data Center Construction

Cologix  ·  United States, Columbus, OH
175,000-210,000 USD/year
Not specified Full-time Senior Executive

Job Description

About Our Company: Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Cologix is a leading North America network-neutral interconnection and hyperscale edge data center company. Our platform gives customers access to 45+ digital edge and Scalelogix℠ hyperscale edge data centers in 13 markets across the United States and Canada along with a carrier-dense ecosystem of 710+ networks, 360+ cloud providers, 35+ onramps and seven Internet exchanges. We provide our nearly 2,000 customers with direct access to our local operations teams, resulting in strong partnerships enabled by exceptional operational support and unparalleled customer service.

Backed by one of the largest North American infrastructure funds, Cologix’s experienced leadership team, certified staff and commitment to ESG initiatives help form a culture that values our people, our environment and our clients.

About the Position: We are looking for a motivated and experienced Senior Director of Construction, based in the Columbus, OH market, to be responsible for overseeing all our construction operations throughout Ohio. The construction senior director will lead and manage construction teams whether supporting development work, supply chain management, project accounting, or for the direct execution of construction projects.

The ideal candidate will be adept in managing complex construction projects, enhancing operational efficiency, and driving project success from inception to completion.

This role demands strategic planning skills to lead through influence, proactively partnering with stakeholders to drive project’s success.

Must be able to stay current with all projects within their purview to anticipate potential risks and provide mitigation.

  • Prepare and oversee the preparation of multiple construction and development estimates, project budgets, and unit cost reports, ensuring financial accuracy and alignment with company goals. Maintain consistent knowledge of all projects status.
  • Organize and lead pre-award and pre-construction meetings, ensuring thorough project planning and alignment with stakeholders.
  • Participate in value engineering, negotiate project scopes of work and contracts, and ensure cost-effective solutions without compromising quality.
  • Ensure on all projects that the onsite management teams are monitoring contractor material and equipment procurement, buyout, and submittals, ensuring alignment with budgets and schedules.
  • Negotiate change orders, manage budget impacts, and review/approve monthly pay requests with the onsite project management teams.
  • Ensure project teams are collaborating closely with the commissioning teams to ensure seamless coordination of vendors and contractors for successful customer turnover.
  • Ensure each project’s final closeout procedures, including as-built drawings, closeout documentation, and letters of substantial completion is coordinated and completed.
  • Continuously track project costs, allowances, and contingencies using financial software, providing data-driven action plans for executive decision-making.
  • What Makes You a Good Fit:

    ***Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or transfer sponsorship of an employment visa at this time, including CPT/OPT.***

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    Requirements

    • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
    • 15+ years of experience in construction project management, with at least 5 years in the mission-critical or data center industry.
    • Proven leadership in managing complex, large-scale construction projects, with a focus on data centers or similar facilities.
    • Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to oversee multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
    • Superior interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills to engage with clients, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
    • Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience mentoring and developing project teams.
    • Proficiency in project management software, Microsoft Office Suite, cloud-based commissioning platforms, and financial management tools.
    • Deep understanding of building codes, zoning regulations, and construction practices, particularly in the Columbus & Johnstown markets.
    • Willingness to travel domestically and within Canada to support project and team needs.
    • Valid driver’s license.