SVP, Data Center Delivery (US)
$250k - $300k USD
Led by an experienced management team and supported by a strong investor group, including large and experienced institutions and strategic partners, EdgeConneX offers a dynamic, fast-paced work environment where we are bringing flexibility, proximity, power, and connectivity to some of the world’s key businesses. With major offices in Herndon, Denver, and Amsterdam, we have a global footprint and a unified team of employees committed to providing a premier customer experience and delivering the full spectrum of data center solutions, from core to edge, like no other data center provider can do.
Focused on driving innovation and helping our customers define and deliver their own unique vision for the Edge, at any scale, in any market worldwide, for any requirement, we are building tomorrow’s data center infrastructure, today for some of the world’s most demanding Network, Content, and Cloud customers.
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly accomplished SVP, Data Center Delivery with proven experience in GW campus environments, engineering, and program management. This role requires a dynamic leader who can oversee complex data center delivery programs from conception through execution, ensuring operational excellence, innovation, and client satisfaction.
A distinguishing element of this position is its close partnership with a dedicated in-house EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) firm. The Senior Executive will work hand-in-hand with EPC leadership and internal Engineering/Architecture teams to drive seamless integration of engineering, procurement, and construction functions, ensuring that each project milestone is met with precision and efficiency.
This role carries a North America–wide remit, overseeing the delivery of multiple GW campuses across the region. The successful candidate will bring deep technical knowledge, superior leadership skills, and a strong track record of delivering large-scale infrastructure programs while inspiring high-performance teams and cultivating trust with stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Program Leadership: Direct large-scale data center delivery programs across multiple GW campuses in North America, ensuring on-time, on-budget, and high-quality outcomes.
- Engineering Expertise: Apply engineering knowledge to guide design, construction, commissioning, and operational readiness of data centers.
- Strategic Planning: Develop and execute delivery strategies that align with organizational objectives and client expectations across North America.
- EPC Collaboration: Partner closely with the dedicated in-house EPC firm to coordinate engineering, procurement, and construction activities, ensuring seamless integration, accountability, and exceptional delivery.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the senior point of contact for executive stakeholders, clients, and partners, ensuring transparency and confidence throughout the delivery process.
- Operational Excellence: Establish and enforce best practices in data center operations, risk management, and compliance.
- Team Development: Lead, mentor, and inspire cross-functional teams of engineers, project managers, and operations staff, cultivating a high-performance culture.
- Continuous Improvement: Drive innovation and process enhancements to increase efficiency, resilience, and sustainability of data center delivery.
Required Qualifications
- 15+ years of experience in data center delivery with specific GW campus program knowledge.
- Proven track record in engineering and program management, with the ability to translate technical complexities into actionable strategies.
- Direct experience partnering with in-house EPC firms to deliver large-scale infrastructure programs.
- Demonstrated success managing multi-campus delivery programs across North America.
- Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence and inspire at all levels of the organization.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated expertise in risk assessment, problem-solving, and decision-making in mission-critical operations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Certifications in program/project management (PMP, PgMP, PRINCE2) or data center operations.
- Experience in large-scale infrastructure projects, particularly within highly regulated environments.
Leadership Attributes
- Visionary mindset with the ability to set direction and align teams to long-term goals.
- Exceptional ability to build trust, foster collaboration, and drive accountability.
- Resilient, adaptable, and innovative in overcoming challenges.
- Commitment to developing talent and building future leaders.
Note on Compensation:
- This position is eligible for equity in addition to base and MBO bonus
US Salary Range
$250,000—$300,000 USD
EdgeConneX believes inclusion – of thought, backgrounds and experiences – affects all that we do, from our employees to the solutions we deliver. Our goal is to create an environment where embracing differences helps deepen the lives and work experience of our employees, enhances our innovation and creativity, and enriches our involvement in our communities. EdgeConneX is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, as well as any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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