Project Executive – Mission-Critical Facilities

Project Executive – Mission-Critical Facilities

$190,000 - $215,000 + excellent benefits package

Position

Full Time

Reference Code

HMI - 90033

Hamilton Mayer is working in a close partnership with a top #10 ENR ranked General Contractor seeking a highly specialized and results-driven
Project Executive (PX)to provide comprehensive executive leadership and management for a flagship,$450 million ground-up Data Center construction project
in the Austin, TX metro area.

The successful candidate will be the senior executive on-site, fully responsible for the overall financial performance, schedule adherence, technical quality, safety, and ultimate successful delivery of this highly complex, fault-tolerant facility.

Key Responsibilities & Technical Expertise

I. Mission Critical & Technical Authority

• Data Center Systems Mastery:Possess deep, verifiable expertise in the design, construction, and rigorous commissioning of high-density,
  Tier III/IV data center infrastructure
  . This includes expert knowledge of all redundant
  MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) systems (UPS, Generators, Switchgear, MV/HV distribution, advanced cooling/chillers, CRAC/CRAH).
• Commissioning Oversight:Direct responsibility for the comprehensive
  Integrated System Testing (IST)and commissioning process (Levels 1-5) to guarantee 24/7/365 fault-tolerant operation and reliability before handover.
• P&L and Financial Management:Full accountability for the$450M project P&L, including managing budgets, forecasting cost-to-complete, controlling expenditures, and securing project profitability.

II. TFO and Utility Interconnection Management

• Transmission Facility Owner (TFO) Expertise:Must possess a strong, specialized understanding of the challenges and requirements related to high-voltage utility coordination and interconnection with the
  Transmission Facility Owner (TFO), such as LCRA or major utility providers in Texas.
• Interconnection Strategy:Strategic oversight of the design, planning, and execution of on-site high-voltage substations and transmission tie-ins. This includes negotiating and managing complex utility contracts, interconnection agreements, and ensuring compliance with all local TFO standards and regulatory tariffs for a facility requiring massive power capacity.

III. Executive and Operational Leadership

• Client Management:Serve as the primary executive liaison for the client/owner’s executive team, ensuring transparent communication and alignment on all strategic project objectives.
• Risk Mitigation:Proactively identify, quantify, and implement mitigation strategies for all contractual, schedule, and technical risks unique to large-scale, mission-critical construction.
• Team Leadership:Lead, mentor, and direct the entire project leadership team, fostering a culture of high performance, accountability, and safety excellence.

Required Qualifications

• Experience:Minimum of
  15+ years
  in commercial construction, with at least7 years in a Project Executive or Director-level role
  managing mission-critical facilities.
• Project Size:Proven experience as the lead executive on at least two projects exceeding$200 million
  in value, specifically in the
  data center/hyperscale
  sector.
• Technical Acumen:Deep familiarity with utility systems, high-voltage distribution, and current data center design standards (ASHRAE, Uptime Institute Tiers).
• Education:Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field, ideal but not essential.

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