Job Details

Data Center Project Executive

Locations: Atlanta, Georgia | Dallas, TX | Jackson, MS | Lexington, KY | Reno, NV

Overview

My client is a Top 30 ENR contractor and fully integrated design-builder with more than six decades of experience delivering end-to-end solutions across construction, professional services, specialty equipment, and real estate development. They are an industry leader serving major domestic and international clients across high-growth sectors, including mission-critical infrastructure, advanced technology, manufacturing, distribution, and food & beverage.

Driven by a culture rooted in collaboration, accountability, and long-term relationships, the organization continues to expand its Data Center market presence and is seeking a seasoned Project Executive to provide executive-level leadership on large, complex projects.

This is a confidential search for a senior leader capable of overseeing major Hyperscale Data Center developments.

Position Summary

The Project Executive is responsible for the overall management of a single large-scale project ($200M+) or multiple high-complexity projects within the Data Center market. This role carries executive accountability for financial performance, schedule adherence, risk mitigation, client relationships, and team leadership.

The Project Executive serves as the senior operational and client-facing authority for assigned projects and plays a key role in proposal development, execution strategy, and overall project success.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership for one $200MM+ project or multiple large, complex data center projects from preconstruction through final closeout.
• Maintain full P&L accountability, ensuring strong financial performance and profitability.
• Serve as the primary executive contact for clients and key stakeholders.
• Oversee project execution strategy, including budget development, forecasting, cost control, and schedule performance.
• Lead risk management efforts, ensuring contractual compliance and proactive issue resolution.
• Direct procurement strategy for major subcontracts, equipment, and critical materials.
• Ensure alignment across Construction, A/E, MEP Services, and Field Operations teams.
• Drive safety, quality, and operational excellence across all project phases.
• Mentor and develop Senior Project Managers, Project Managers, and project teams.
• Conduct regular site visits to ensure execution aligns with scope, schedule, and performance objectives.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Minimum 10+ years of related industry experience.
• Minimum 7 consecutive years of profit and loss accountability across multiple projects.
• Minimum 5 years managing all disciplines of design-build or hard bid construction projects.
• Demonstrated success in increasing project profitability.
• Experience managing complex projects involving process or production equipment procurement and/or installation (minimum $2M scope component per project).
• Knowledge of mission-critical facilities, large-scale distribution, manufacturing, and advanced infrastructure environments.
• Experience preparing cost estimates and aggressive project schedules for industrial design-build projects.
• Proven ability to lead multiple large-scale, high-complexity projects.
• Strong financial acumen and ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop project staff.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proficiency in standard business software; familiarity with scheduling and estimating tools preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Market-competitive total compensation package commensurate with experience and project scale.
• Vehicle allowance and project-based incentives.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities tied to project and company success.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health coverage, retirement plans, and paid time off.

This is a confidential search for a nationally recognized contractor experiencing substantial growth in the mission-critical market. All inquiries will be handled with the highest level of discretion.

If you, or someone in your network, may be a fit for this opportunity, reach out via LinkedIn or email to discuss further in confidence: ...@imperium-global.com