Based in Denver, Colorado, Cologix is North America's leading network-neutral interconnection and hyperscale edge data center company. Our platform gives customers access to 40+ digital edge and Scalelogix SM hyperscale edge data centers in 11 markets across the United States and Canada along with a carrier-dense ecosystem of 700+ networks, 360+ cloud providers, 30+ onramps and six 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.
The Vice President, Construction is a senior leadership role that resides within the Development Department whose primary responsibility is to lead the Construction team. They will provide planning, management, guidance and mentoring to the team. The Vice President will be the liaison between the field and Cologix leadership. The role will manage Directors, Project Managers, and 3rd Party Consultants across North America. This individual must have both written and oral communication skills commensurate with this level of regular communication.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide daily leadership for our North American construction teams.
- Contribute to site evaluations and make recommendations for site selections.
- Lead multiple construction teams in building greenfield data center deployments, modular construction projects and infrastructure upgrades.
- Oversee expansion and renovation projects across the respective region.
- Assist the Predevelopment team with design teams to create master development programs for site(s).
- Oversee site plans to achieve time, budget, and quality standards in a predictable fashion.
- Oversee design/construction, commissioning services, and project cost estimates.
- Develop plans for data center deployments and communicate cost, schedule, and plans with internal stakeholders.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders for new and existing build outs.
- Key contributing member on pursuit teams in sales pursuits.
- Provide regular updates and report on progress and areas for further review by senior management.
- Anticipate and resolve project issues and scheduling difficulties.
- Create & build relationships that enhance our ability to be an industry leader.
- Provide leadership to team members in a manner that enables them to achieve goals.
- Provide direction and support to all direct reports to ensure all activities are aligned to the company strategy.
- Work with the internal team to enhance project management processes and protocols.
- Perform other duties as required.
What Makes You a Good Fit: (Qualifications)
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical/Mechanical/Architectural Engineering or other related field.
- 10+ years of experience within mission critical facilities.
- Experience in the REIT/Data Center industry.
- Extensive experience with management of MEP trades.
- Must have a proven history which displays strong leadership skills, deep practical engineering knowledge, and a proven track record for timely project delivery, project management, cost control, and customer satisfaction.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interface with all levels of the organization.
- Must be a capable, proven team player that both fosters and operates well within internal and external team environments.
- Keen planning skills along with the ability to lead through influence and to be a proactive partner.
- Able to solve problems at a tactical and functional level.
- Travel is dependent on current projects at that given time but may be significant.
***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.***
We offer a competitive benefit package for full-time employees that includes:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance.
- Flexible spending account options.
- 401k Retirement Plan.
- Short- and Long-Term Disability.
Individual compensation will be commensurate with the candidate's experience. This position will also be eligible for an annual bonus.
Salary Range: $200,000 - $230,000 USD
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Cologix is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.
If you need assistance in applying for any of our open positions, please contact us at recruiting@cologix.com or call 720-940-2551.
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