Senior Director, Data Center Construction Management

<p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>COMPANY OVERVIEW</strong></p> <div> <p><strong>Hanwha Energy USA</strong>, headquartered in Houston, Texas, is part of the Hanwha Group—a FORTUNE Global 300 company and one of South Korea’s most respected business enterprises. With over a decade of experience delivering high-quality, utility-scale energy projects across North America, Hanwha Energy USA has evolved into a comprehensive energy solutions provider. Our portfolio now spans utility-scale renewables, natural gas generation, retail electricity, and strategic partnerships that power America’s growing data center industry.</p> <p>Our expertise covers the entire energy value chain—from project development and engineering to construction, operations, and maintenance. By integrating advanced technologies, proven processes, and strong partnerships, we deliver reliable, customized solutions that meet the dynamic needs of local energy markets.</p> <p>Hanwha Energy USA is actively advancing strategic initiatives in natural gas generation and data center development, including hyperscaler solutions on both sides of the meter. We are proud to serve as the parent company of:</p> <ul> <li><strong>Hanwha Renewables</strong> – specializing in utility-scale solar and battery energy storage systems (BESS)</li> <li><strong>Chariot Energy</strong> – providing retail electricity services for residential, commercial, and industrial customers in deregulated markets</li> </ul> </div> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>POSITION OVERVIEW&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>We’re looking for a hands-on, execution-driven leader to join our team as of Senior Director Construction Management – Data Center Infrastructure.&nbsp;This role will report up to the Head of Data Centers and oversee the construction of infrastructure necessary for large-scale, powered data center campuses across the U.S., with a strong emphasis on power delivery systems, substations, utilities, and site infrastructure.&nbsp;</p> <p>The ideal candidate has spent time in the field, knows how to manage contractors, vendors, and owner’s reps, and can anticipate challenges before they arise. You’ll be responsible for delivering projects on time, on budget, and within scope — while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and execution.&nbsp;</p> <p>This is a role for a builder and problem-solver — someone who thrives in complex, fast-moving environments and takes pride in getting projects done right.&nbsp;</p> <p>The employee may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested by management.&nbsp; All duties will be assigned in accordance with applicable laws and company policies</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>Oversee all phases of infrastructure construction&nbsp;across multiple large-scale powered land and data center development sites nationwide.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Manage RFPs, bid reviews, and contract negotiations&nbsp;for general contractors, civil firms, utility partners, and major equipment vendors.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Direct field execution&nbsp;— ensuring schedule, budget, safety, and quality standards are met across all active projects.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Review and interpret engineering drawings and construction documents&nbsp;to&nbsp;identify&nbsp;risks, resolve design conflicts, and&nbsp;anticipate&nbsp;issues before they escalate.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Lead contractor and vendor onboarding, ensuring alignment on scope, deliverables, and performance expectations.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Change management&nbsp;-&nbsp;Ensure&nbsp;cost and schedule impacts are fully&nbsp;validated&nbsp;and justified.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Coordinate closely with internal teams&nbsp;such as development, energy, engineering, and finance to ensure construction aligns with project and business&nbsp;objectives.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Establish and&nbsp;maintain&nbsp;project controls&nbsp;— progress reporting, risk tracking, schedule management, and cost forecasting.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Develop and enforce consistent standards&nbsp;for construction management, reporting, and quality assurance across all sites.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Act as the company’s on-site lead&nbsp;when&nbsp;required,&nbsp;representing&nbsp;ownership interests with contractors, utilities, and partners.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>QUALIFICATIONS&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>10+ years of construction management experience, ideally in data centers, energy, utility, or large-scale industrial infrastructure projects.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Strong background in&nbsp;infrastructure&nbsp;(power, substation, civil, utilities) construction management&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Bonus: experience with&nbsp;power generation projects, especially&nbsp;natural gas&nbsp;plants&nbsp;or large electrical interconnection infrastructure.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Proven&nbsp;track record&nbsp;of&nbsp;delivering complex, multi-stakeholder projects on time and within budget.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Deep understanding of construction sequencing, design coordination, and field execution.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Ability to&nbsp;anticipate&nbsp;and prevent problems&nbsp;through proactive planning and direct communication.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Strong commercial acumen — skilled at evaluating bids, negotiating with contractors, and managing change orders.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Willingness and ability to travel&nbsp;50–75%&nbsp;to project sites nationwide as needed.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Compensation:</strong> $210,000 - $250,000 salary</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><em>Attention external recruitment firms, we will not accept any unsolicited resumes at this time. Please do not contact any internal member of our company to discuss the position or to solicit candidates.</em></p>