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Director, Data Center ConstructionPrologis • San Francisco, CA, United States
Director, Data Center Construction

Director, Data Center Construction

Prologis • San Francisco, CA, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

At Prologis, we don’t just lead the industry—we define it with a 1.3 billion square foot portfolio and an annual throughput of approximately $3.2 trillion. We create the intelligent infrastructure that powers global commerce, seamlessly connecting the digital and physical worlds. From agile supply chains to energy solutions, our ecosystems help your business move faster, operate smarter and grow sustainably. With unmatched scale, innovation and expertise, Prologis is a category of one—not just shaping the future of logistics but building what comes next.

Job Title

Director, Data Center Construction

Company

Prologis

A day in the life

As the Director, Data Center Construction, you will take ownership for leading construction activities of data center delivery (both speculative and build‑to‑suit). As part of handling key data center construction projects, this person works to ensure accurate staffing to run forecasted construction activity, providing cost and budget information for investment memos, leading the technical side of the entitlement process as well as optimizing designs and contractor bidding. Key success factors include the active mentoring and management of a best‑in‑class development team, partnering with local deployment team, enabling excellent communication with regional partners, and innovation and implementation of data center development standard methodologies.

The position requires a high degree of energy, passion, outgoing personality, technical competence and integrity. The person will domicile in our Dallas office and interact daily with Prologis data center, development, and deployment teams.

Key responsibilities include

  • Coach the Prologis data center project management team across performance, staffing and growth.
  • Lead the construction process for new‑build and retrofit data center projects, ensuring alignment with company standards and client requirements from concept to completion.
  • Work closely with the data center design team to uphold design integrity and resolve construction challenges related to design intent.
  • Own your development portfolio performance (cost, schedule, quality, safety).
  • Monitor project milestones to ensure timely delivery of project deliverables.
  • Mentor and lead junior colleagues by providing feedback, supervising performance, sharing expertise and honing judgement skills.
  • Accountable for ongoing innovation and initiatives.
  • Drive impact and show strength of lean construction, GC bid negotiations and design optimisation initiatives against targets.
  • Develop and own relationships with General Contractors.
  • Work with procurement to own cost saving measures.
  • Key success factors include the active mentoring and management of a best‑in‑class development team, partnering with market deployment teams, enabling excellent communication with regional stakeholders, positive contributions to our company culture, and innovation and implementation of development best practices.

Building blocks for success

  • 7+ years of experience in a similar role working in the field of Real Estate Development (data centre focused), Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management.
  • Computer proficiency : MS Project, BlueBeam, Google Earth, in addition to normal Microsoft Office tools.
  • Ability to travel, as necessary, to projects (Approximately 30% travel).
  • Preferred

  • Bachelor’s of Science in Construction Management, Architecture, or Engineering (Civil or Structural) or equivalent experience preferred.
  • Additional experience on design and build projects is preferred but not required.
  • Consistent track record working in the field of land development or construction management. If education is technically in engineering, architecture or real estate development, applicant should have a minimum of three concurrent years’ experience working on construction projects. Project management experience with a general contractor or owners rep is helpful.
  • Experience championing a project from acquisition through due diligence, entitlements and permitting.
  • Be self‑motivated and have the ability to multi‑task and prioritise with minimal direction.
  • Possess a hardworking, positive demeanor, be a standout colleague and customer service oriented.
  • Display excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proactive in approaching solutions and problem solving.
  • Promote the Prologis brand with passion in a positive, can do demeanour with a real focus on efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Hiring Salary Range of : $145,000 - $217,000. Salary and whole compensation package (bonus target & LTI) to be determined by the candidate’s location, education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

    People First

    Each of us working at Prologis plays an essential role in the enduring success of our company. We value people who are decisive, courageous and adaptable. While we are one company, locations and departments operate with autonomy and accountability. Individuals take the initiative here.

    When you join Prologis, you work shoulder to shoulder with some of the top talent in the industry to do the best work of your career. Every employee belongs. Every employee contributes. Employees advance their careers here.

    As a successful global enterprise, Prologis has never lost sight of what matters most, our strong belief that our people are the most important part of our business. And because of that, we provide a generous total rewards package and take a lot of time to focus on quality management and leadership development. People come first here.

    All full‑time roles in the US come with a robust benefits package which includes healthcare, dental and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents. Prologis also offers several other wellness, financial and work / lifestyle‑specific benefits. Our 401(k) retirement plan has a company match of 50% up to 12% of eligible compensation. We also offer generous PTO with a starting accrual of 22 days a year in addition to paid holidays and volunteer time.

    All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background verification. Prologis is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

    Employment Type

    Full time

    Location

    San Francisco, California

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