Director Data Center Construction

As the Director of Data Center Construction, you will be at the forefront of shaping the future of our data infrastructure. Your leadership will be pivotal in driving the strategic vision for our data center projects, ensuring they align with our long-term organizational goals. You will lead a dynamic team of professionals, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Your role will involve not only overseeing the successful execution of complex construction projects but also inspiring your team to push the boundaries of whats possible in data center design and construction.

Strategically, you will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive plans that optimize efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and operational excellence in delivery. You will engage with key stakeholders, manage high-stakes vendor relationships, and navigate the complexities of regulatory compliance. Your ability to anticipate and mitigate risks will be crucial in maintaining project timelines and budgets. By staying ahead of industry trends and incorporating cutting-edge technologies, you will ensure our data centers are not only state-of-the-art but also future-proof.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on our organizations growth and success, and we are looking for a visionary leader who is ready to take on this challenge.

Location and Relocation

This is a full-time position located in Abilene, TX. Candidates must live or relocate to the Abilene area. Relocation assistance is available. For quicker resume review, and you are able to relocate to Abilene, please put "able to relocate to Abilene" at the top of your resume. Candidates must have prior data center construction experience and leading construction teams.

About Oracle

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Salary and Benefits

US: Hiring Range in USD from: $139,400 to $291,800 per annum. May be eligible for bonus, equity, and compensation deferral.

Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations, as well as reflect Oracles differing products, industries, and lines of business. Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity.

Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:

1. Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion
2. Short term disability and long term disability
3. Life insurance and AD&D
4. Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
5. Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts
6. Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits
7. 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match
8. Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.
9. 11 paid holidays
10. Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.
11. Paid parental leave
12. Adoption assistance
13. Employee Stock Purchase Plan
14. Financial planning and group legal
15. Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner, and pet insurance

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Data Center Construction to join our team in Abilene, TX. As a key member of our construction team, you will be responsible for leading and managing the construction oversight efforts of data centers by colocation providers, ensuring all projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and understand complex data center construction projects that are being constructed by colocation lease providers.
• Analyze the projects for risk profiles and work with colocation providers to mitigate.
• Develop and implement long-term standards and strategies for data center colocation construction projects delivery certainty to align with organizational goals.
• Lead and mentor a team of project managers, engineers, and construction professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Lead and manage the construction oversight efforts of data centers by colocation providers, ensuring all projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, coordinating with colocation providers to ensure timely delivery of milestones.
• Analyze projects independently to evaluate the risk profiles associated with timely delivery, address gaps in risk identification and mitigation, and inform the business of associated potential impacts.
• Work closely throughout design, construction, and commissioning to fully coordinate and integrate the tenant fit out projects with the teams leading these efforts.
• Implement and oversee quality control processes to ensure all construction activities meet design specifications and industry standards.
• Collaborate with design teams to ensure that construction activities align with the approved design plans and specifications.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between the company and colocation providers, facilitating clear and effective communication.
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
• Ensure all construction activities comply with relevant regulations, codes, and standards.
• Provide ongoing colocation Provider evaluation input for continuous improvement.
• Regular project visits to ensure schedule, coordination, and quality will be required throughout the life of the project on a regular basis.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies, incorporating innovative solutions to enhance data center performance and sustainability.
• Attend meetings held in various time zones to support live engagement and support of international projects.