Vice President of Construction

T5 Data Centers

Vice President of Construction

Chicago, IL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    About T5 Data Centers
    At T5, we’re defined by a magnetic culture of excellence that attracts ambitious, talented people and empowers them to do their best work. We’re the only solutions provider in the data center industry that integrates development, construction, and operations, giving our team the unique ability to deliver end-to-end results. Join us and discover what it means to be part of a high-performing, collaborative team.

    Vision

    Build with unparalleled excellence enabling the transformation of the world

    Mission
    Be the exceptional builder in the mission critical industry by empowering our people and customers through their experiences in the data center space, building with unparalleled excellence to enable the transformation of the world.

    Core Values

    • Integrity
    • Collaboration
    • Accountability
    • People
    • Excellence
    • Fortitude

    Role Overview

    The Vice President of Construction oversees the development and delivery of T5’s construction portfolio across the U.S., including projects executed in-house as a GC and with third-party partners. This role drives efficiency, quality, and profitability while leading high-performing teams to deliver ground-up, brownfield, and fit-out data center builds.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Provide leadership across construction management and general contracting projects.
    • Oversee scope, schedule, budget, and quality for mission-critical builds.
    • Direct planning, scheduling, and execution to ensure timely, efficient delivery.
    • Recruit, train, and develop construction staff in partnership with HR and senior leadership.
    • Ensure compliance with codes, standards, and risk management protocols.
    • Develop budgets, forecasts, and executive-level reporting.
    • Negotiate contracts and manage vendor, subcontractor, and client relationships.
    • Foster innovation, best practices, and continuous improvement across teams.

    Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s degree required.
    • 8+ years of construction management experience.
    • Background in owner’s representation and/or design-build required.
    • General contracting and data center experience required.
    • Proficiency in Procore, Excel, Microsoft Project, PowerPoint, and Bluebeam.
    • Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
    • Willingness to travel frequently.

    Benefits

    • Competitive salary + bonus eligibility
    • Per diem when traveling
    • Car allowance
    • Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match
    • PTO & paid holidays

    What’s Next

    We’re excited to hear how your leadership can shape the future of data center construction at T5. Apply today — let’s build the future together.

  • Qualifications

    Additional Information

    All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

    T5 Data Centers is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.