Director, Project Controls, NA

About Vantage Data Centers

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Vantage is looking for a Director, Project Controls to lead strategic project controls initiatives across global development efforts. This role will drive consistency, innovation, and performance across scheduling, cost, change management, and reporting functions, partnering with cross-functional teams to optimize delivery.

• Lead development and implementation of global project controls standards.
• Oversee schedule and cost database integrity and analytics.
• Drive adoption of standardized breakdown structures and SOVs.

• Deliver executive-level dashboards and performance reports.
• Lead forecasting and risk analysis across regions.
• Ensure integration of risk data into decision-making processes.

• Architect scalable change management systems and workflows.
• Evaluate and approve major design/construction changes.
• Leverage historical data to inform future project planning.

• Guide schedule and cost planning across all development stages.
• Ensure contractor alignment with global controls standards.
• Partner with estimating and finance teams to drive cost optimization.

• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in project controls, with global exposure.
• Expertise in P6, cost systems, and predictive analytics.
• Proven leadership and strategic planning capabilities.
• Travel is expected to be up to 10% but may increase as the business evolves.

We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other’s strengths and respecting each other’s weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package.

We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.

Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.

We’ll be accepting applications for at least one week from the date this role is posted. If you're interested, we encourage you to apply soon—we’re excited to find the right person and will keep the role open until we do!