Director of Construction

Company: Serverfarm
Location: Hockley
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Serverfarm is a leading developer and operator of data centers with over 750 locations and key customer relationships in 45 countries. We're revolutionizing how data centers operate across North America, Western Europe, and Israel, serving the world's leading technology and hyperscale companies. With Manulife Investment Management's acquisition in 2023 and our award-winning InCommand platform we're positioned for explosive growth as AI adoption and cloud migration drive unprecedented demand for data center capacity. A career at Serverfarm means being at the forefront of digital infrastructure innovation, where your work directly impacts how the world's data is managed and secured. As we target 4x growth over the next four years, you'll have unprecedented opportunities to take on new challenges, develop cutting-edge skills, and grow your career across our expanding global operations. Join our team of innovators and help shape the future of sustainable data centers while building a career without boundaries. Key Accountabilities Ownership of development activities for specific projects located in North America which include, but are not limited to the design, entitlements, permitting, construction, and commissioning for specific projects. Ensure that projects are delivered on-time and on-budget without adversely affecting existing operations. Work with the SF Operations to ensure standards, designs and built projects meet operational requirements. Assembling and conducting tenders for design and construction services. Participate in major incident resolutions in region. Responsibility for ensuring standards are adhered to in the design, implementation, and testing phases for given projects. Oversee onsite technical and construction related activities. Participate in value engineering process. Manage OFCI and strategic supply chain throughout project construction. Maintain documentation to track and report the progress of the project. Interface directly with customer representatives to ensure compliance with agreed requirements. Communicate project updates internally and externally. Assist the sales team and strategy teams by interfacing with customers during the onboarding process. Assist in lease negotiation and securing project financing. Required Skills Extensive experience in data center construction or a related field, with a focus on project management, site selection, and regulatory processes. Previous experience in senior management or leadership positions, ideally with direct oversight of development projects. Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage large-scale projects from conception to completion. Excellent communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement and vendor management. Strategic thinker with an analytical mindset focused on implementing long-term strategies for land development. The listed salary range for this position is an estimate based on the competitive job market. Final compensation will be based on your own individual skills, experience, and location. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this role. They are not intended to serve as an exhaustive list of all possible responsibilities and duties. We encourage you to apply even if your experience isn't an exact match to the job description. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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