Project Executive – Data Center Location: California (Flexible / Remote-Office Hybrid Possible)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Project Type: Hyperscale & Enterprise Data Centers
Position Overview A national construction firm is seeking a Project Executive with a strong California network to lead its Data Center division. This senior leadership role is responsible for business development, client relationship management, and oversight of multiple high-profile data center projects across the state. The ideal candidate has proven experience in hyperscale or enterprise data centers and a deep network of contacts in California.
Key Responsibilities Business Development & Client Relations

• Build and maintain strategic relationships with owners, developers, and clients in the California data center market.
• Lead pursuit strategies and proposal development for new hyperscale or enterprise data center projects.
• Represent the company in industry events and networking opportunities.

Project Oversight & Leadership

• Oversee multiple large-scale data center projects, ensuring schedules, budgets, and quality goals are met.
• Provide executive leadership to Project Managers, Superintendents, and project teams.
• Guide preconstruction, estimating, procurement, and execution strategies.

Financial & Operational Management

• Own P&L responsibility for assigned projects or divisions.
• Monitor project performance, cost control, and risk management.
• Drive efficiency and implement best practices across projects.

Team Development & Mentorship

• Recruit, develop, and mentor senior project leadership teams.
• Ensure alignment of team goals with company growth strategy and client expectations.

Market Strategy & Networking

• Maintain a strong California-based professional network; out-of-state contacts are insufficient for this role.
• Stay current with market trends, emerging technologies, and data center standards.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in data center construction, with at least 7+ years in senior executive or project executive roles.
• Proven success leading hyperscale, enterprise, or mission-critical data center projects.
• Strong California-based network in owners, developers, and contractors.
• Demonstrated ability to manage large teams, multi-project portfolios, and P&L responsibility.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and business development skills.