Position Summary

The On-Site Project Director (Owner’s Representative) is the senior leader responsible for day-to-day leadership, oversight, and delivery of a multi-building data center project on behalf of the Owner. This role is project-focused and execution-driven, with full accountability for ensuring that four (4) data center buildings are delivered in alignment with Owner expectations for schedule, cost, quality, safety, and operational readiness.

The Project Director leads the CorePhase Owner’s Rep team on-site, providing direction, coordination, and performance management of General Contractors (GCs), subcontractors, and the broader integrated project team. This individual ensures that all parties are aligned, accountable, and executing in accordance with contractual requirements, project KPIs, and Owner standards. This position requires a leader who is deeply engaged in the daily execution of the project, capable of leading safety and well-being as a core value, operating at speed while maintaining strong controls, governance, and risk management.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership (Owner’s Perspective)

• Lead the day-to-day execution of the project on-site as the Owner’s Representative
• Provide clear direction and leadership to the CorePhase project team
• Maintain full accountability for delivery of all project objectives across the 4-building scope
• Ensure alignment of all activities with Owner expectations, project KPIs, and contractual requirements
• Drive a results-oriented culture focused on execution, accountability, and performance

 Contractor Oversight & Performance Management

• Oversee multiple General Contractors and their subcontractors across all project scopes
• Manage contractor performance against:
• • Schedule commitments
  • Quality standards
  • Safety requirements
  • Contractual obligations
• Hold contractors accountable while maintaining strong working relationships
• Identify and resolve coordination issues, execution gaps, and performance risks
• Ensure all contractor activities align with project sequencing and integration requirements

Integrated Team Leadership & Communication

• Lead communication across the integrated project team, including:
• • Owner stakeholders (Nexus, ANTs, etc.)
  • General Contractors
  • Design teams and consultants
  • Peer Owner’s Representatives (HSE, Project Controls, Commissioning)
• Share information effectively and appropriately, balancing transparency with confidentiality and contractual boundaries
• Serve as the central coordination point while respecting formal lines of communication and authority
• Ensure consistent messaging and alignment across all stakeholders

Technical & Field Oversight (Mission-Critical Focus)

• Apply strong technical knowledge of data center construction, with emphasis on:
• • Electrical infrastructure (UPS, generators, switchgear, redundancy systems)
  • Mechanical systems (cooling plants, CRAH/CRAC units, piping systems)
  • Controls and system integration
• Ensure proper coordination and sequencing of MEP systems critical to commissioning and operations
• Validate that field execution aligns with design intent and operational requirements
• Support readiness for commissioning and turnover

Risk Management & Controls

• Maintain a proactive, hands-on approach to risk identification and mitigation
• Monitor risks across:
• • Schedule and sequencing
  • Contractor performance
  • MEP integration and commissioning readiness
  • Commercial and contractual exposure
• Drive mitigation strategies with contractors and internal stakeholders
• Ensure adherence to project procedures, governance, and control mechanisms

Schedule, Cost & Data-Driven Oversight

• Partner with Project Controls to:
• • Review and validate contractor schedules and updates
  • Ensure accurate progress tracking and reporting
  • Monitor cost impacts, changes, and trends
• Utilize technology and data tools to enhance visibility and decision-making, including:
• • Procore
  • Doxel
  • Power BI dashboards
  • Internal AI-driven tools
• Drive a data-informed execution environment

Execution Agility & Discipline

• Operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-demand data center environment
• Demonstrate the ability to:
• • Adapt to daily priorities and emerging issues
  • Make timely, informed decisions
  • Maintain discipline around processes and controls
• “Run fast—but not recklessly”—balancing speed with rigor

Leadership Style & Team Culture

• Lead with a servant and inclusive leadership style, supporting and enabling team success
• Motivate and inspire teams while driving accountability for results
• Foster a culture of:

• • Collaboration
  • Transparency
  • Ownership
  • Continuous improvement
• Balance empathy with performance expectations

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (required)

Experience

• 15+ years of experience in construction, EPC, or Owner’s Representative roles
• Direct experience delivering data center or mission-critical projects
• Proven track record of leading field execution on complex, fast-track projects
• Experience overseeing General Contractors in an Owner’s Rep capacity
• Strong background in MEP systems and commissioning integration

Core Competencies

• Strong technical acumen in mission-critical construction
• Deep understanding of Owner’s Rep role vs contractor responsibilities
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills
• High accountability and results-driven mindset
• Leadership through influence, not authority
• Advanced risk management and problem-solving capabilities
• Proficiency with modern construction technology and data tools

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Site Safety and Wellbeing
• Delivery of 4-building scope aligned with Owner schedule and milestones
• Contractor performance and accountability
• Effectiveness of risk identification and mitigation
• Quality and commissioning readiness

• Clarity and effectiveness of stakeholder communication
• Data accuracy and reporting transparency
• Work Environment and Team Culture
• Overall, Owner satisfaction and confidence