Construction Project Director, Mission Critical

Company Description

At CRB, we design and build some of the most powerful facilities in the world — those that change people's lives.  We are the leading provider of sustainable Engineering, Architecture, Construction and Consulting solutions to the global life sciences and food and beverage industries. Our employees provide best-in-class solutions that drive success and positive change for our clients, our people and our communities. CRB is a privately held company with a rich history of serving clients throughout the world, consistently striving for the highest standard of technical knowledge, creativity and execution.  

Job Description

The Construction Project Director, Mission Critical within CRB is a senior leadership role responsible for both:

1. Delivery Oversight: Leading the execution of large-scale, mission-critical data center programs on behalf of clients
2. Business Development: Driving growth by securing new opportunities, expanding client relationships, and positioning CRB as a preferred EPCM partner

This role acts as a trusted advisor to clients, overseeing engineering, procurement, and construction activities while also contributing to revenue generation, market expansion, and strategic pursuits.

This role may require travel up to 60%

Responsibilities

Client Representation and Strategic Advisory

• Act as the primary client interface and trusted advisor for project and program delivery.
• Lead strategic discussions on delivery models, phasing, risk tolerance, and operational constraints.
• Translate client business objectives into actionable program and project execution strategies.
• Provide executive-level reporting, decision support, and recommendations to client leadership.

Program and Portfolio Governance

• Provide governance across multiple data center projects or campuses within a program.
• Establish and enforce project execution plans, standards, and controls frameworks.
• Ensure alignment between design, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities across all stakeholders.
• Serve as the senior escalation point for schedule, cost, quality, and commercial issues.

EPCM Delivery Oversight (Engineering, Procurement, Construction)

• Oversee integration of:
  • Engineering design development
  • Procurement strategies and long-lead equipment management
  • Construction execution delivered by general contractors
• Validate contractor schedules, cost plans, and execution strategies against client objectives.
• Lead constructability reviews, phasing strategies, and site logistics planning.
• Ensure alignment of civil, structural, architectural, MEP, and commissioning scopes into a cohesive delivery plan.

Contractor and Vendor Management

• Oversee and manage general contractors, trade partners, and consultants on behalf of the client.
• Lead RFP processes, bid evaluations, and contract negotiations.
• Drive accountability for contract performance, deliverables, and compliance.
• Manage Owner-Furnished Contractor-Installed (OFCI) equipment coordination where applicable.

Cost, Schedule and Commercial Controls

• Provide independent oversight of cost, schedule, and risk performance.
• Lead development and validation of:
  • Budgets and forecasts
  • Cash flow and cost tracking
  • Schedule baselines and milestones
• Drive value engineering and cost optimization initiatives without compromising safety and system reliability.
• Ensure alignment with contractual milestones and turnover requirements.

Technical Oversight – Mission-Critical Systems

• Provide high-level oversight of data center MEP systems, including:
  • Electrical infrastructure (UPS, generators, substations)
  • Cooling systems and redundancy strategies
  • Network and IT infrastructure interfaces
• Ensure designs meet uptime, resiliency (N+1/2N), and scalability requirements.
• Oversee commissioning readiness, testing, and operational handover.

Risk, Safety and Compliance Governance

• Lead identification and mitigation of program-level risks, including supply chain and permitting challenges.
• Ensure contractors adhere to safety, regulatory, and environmental standards.
• Promote zero-incident safety culture and compliance assurance across all contractors.

Leadership and Team Management

• Lead and mentor project managers, cost managers, and technical specialists within the EPCM team.
• Oversee staffing models aligned to program complexity and delivery scale.
• Foster a culture of high performance, accountability, and collaboration across dispersed teams.

Performance Monitoring and Reporting

• Define KPIs, dashboards, and reporting frameworks for program performance.
• Deliver monthly and executive-level reports on cost, schedule, risk, and quality.
• Drive continuous improvement in delivery processes and standards.

Business Development and Market Growth

• Develop and maintain long-term relationships with key clients, hyperscalers, developers, and investors
• Act as a client account leader for strategic accounts within the data center sector
• Identify opportunities for repeat business, program expansion, and new geographic markets

Pursuits, Proposals and Sales Support

• Lead or support business development efforts, including:
  • RFP/RFQ responses
  • Proposal development and positioning strategies
  • Client presentations and interviews
• Define win strategies and differentiate EPCM services for mission-critical projects
• Collaborate with internal BD teams to convert opportunities into awarded work

Market Strategy and Industry Engagement

• Support development of data center market growth strategies
• Monitor trends such as:
  • Hyperscale expansion
  • Power/energy constraints
  • Modular and prefabrication approaches
• Represent CRB in industry events, client meetings, and networking forums
• Build brand recognition within CRB as a leader in data center EPCM delivery

Revenue and Pipeline Accountability

• Contribute to sales targets, revenue growth, and backlog development
• Support forecasting of pipeline opportunities and market demand
• Align delivery excellence with business growth and client retention

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Experience

• 12+ years of experience in construction/project/program management
• Significant experience in EPCM, consultancy, or owner’s representative roles
• Proven delivery of large-scale data center or mission-critical infrastructure programs

Core Competencies

• Program and project management leadership
• Client-facing advisory experience
• Deep knowledge of EPCM delivery models and contract structures
• Strong commercial, financial, and risk management expertise
• Advanced understanding of data center infrastructure systems (MEP-heavy)

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

CRB is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Employment is contingent on background screening.

CRB does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of CRB without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of CRB. Please, no phone calls or emails.

CRB offers a complete and competitive benefit package designed to meet individual and family needs.

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