Director of Mission Critical - Data Center Construction Job at Metric Geo, Columbus, OH

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  • Metric Geo
  • Columbus, OH

Job Description

Position: Director of Mission Critical – Hyperscale Data Centers

Location: Columbus, OH (On-Site & Regional Oversight)

Company: Top 25 General Contractor

A nationally ranked builder is hiring a seasoned Director of Mission Critical to lead delivery of a major hyperscale data center program in the Columbus, Ohio region. This high-impact role provides executive-level oversight of schedule, budget, client relationships, and multidisciplinary teams across all phases of delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the full lifecycle delivery of hyperscale data center projects—from preconstruction through commissioning
  • Manage large, integrated teams including PMs, Superintendents, Engineers, Safety, and QA/QC across multiple packages
  • Serve as the primary liaison with hyperscale clients, ensuring adherence to quality, safety, cost, and schedule standards
  • Drive performance across concurrent scopes (civil, structural, MEP, commissioning)
  • Oversee project staffing, financial reporting, schedule risk, and change management
  • Implement program-wide best practices, workflows, and continuous improvement strategies
  • Mentor and develop senior project and field staff
  • Support long-term client partnerships and contribute to regional growth initiatives

Required Skills & Experience:

  • 15–20+ years of commercial construction experience, with a strong track record in mission-critical/data center programs
  • Proven success overseeing $250M+ hyperscale or complex infrastructure projects
  • Strong technical knowledge of MEP systems, commissioning, and mission-critical sequencing
  • Exceptional leadership, team-building, and executive communication skills
  • Skilled in managing multiple scopes, tight timelines, and high-performance delivery
  • Proficient in enterprise tools such as Procore, MS Project, Primavera, and Bluebeam

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
  • Experience with hyperscale clients such as AWS, Meta, Google, or Microsoft
  • OSHA 30 and PMP certification preferred
  • Willing and able to work full-time on-site in Columbus, OH, with regional travel as needed

Job Tags

Full time, For contractors,

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