Oracle · 1 week ago
Director, Data Center Facilities Development
Oracle is a leading technology company specializing in cloud solutions and data infrastructure. They are seeking an experienced Director of Data Center Construction to lead a team overseeing the construction of data centers, ensuring projects align with organizational goals and are managed effectively for quality and efficiency.
Enterprise SoftwareSaaSBig DataSoftwareInformation TechnologyData GovernanceData Management
Responsibilities
Review and understand complex data center construction projects that are being constructed by colocation lease providers. Analyze the projects for risk profiles and work with colocation providers to mitigate
Strategic Planning: Develop and implement long-term standards and strategies for data center colocation construction projects delivery certainty to align with organizational goals
This team’s role will focus on the base building and MEP infrastructure portions of the project in addition to executing the tenant fit out data hall white space projects
Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of project managers, engineers, and construction professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment
Project Oversight: Lead and manage the construction oversight efforts of data centers by colocation providers, ensuring all projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards
Schedule Management: Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, coordinating with colocation providers to ensure timely delivery of milestones
Risk Evaluation: analyze projects independently to evaluate the risk profiles associated with timely delivery, address gaps in risk identification and mitigation and inform the business of associated potential impacts
Tenant Fit Out Integration: Work closely throughout design, construction, and commissioning to fully coordinate and integrate the tenant fit out projects with the teams leading these efforts
Quality Assurance: Implement and oversee quality control processes to ensure all construction activities meet design specifications and industry standards
Design Coordination: Collaborate with design teams to ensure that construction activities align with the approved design plans and specifications
Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact between the company and colocation providers, facilitating clear and effective communication
Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success
Compliance: Ensure all construction activities comply with relevant regulations, codes, and standards
Provide ongoing colocation Provider evaluation input for continuous improvement
Regular project visits to ensure schedule, coordination, and quality will be required throughout the life of the project on a regular basis
Innovation and Improvement: Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies, incorporating innovative solutions to enhance data center performance and sustainability
Attend meetings held in various time zones to support live engagement and support of international projects
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience in large scale construction project leadership, with a focus on data center or colocation infrastructure either for a general contractor, colocation provider, or hyperscaler
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
Heavy knowledge of base building data center construction- civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, controls, and plumbing
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to address complex challenges in a fast-paced environment
Strong skills in developing and implementing long-term strategies and establishing program level requirements
Deep understanding of data center design, construction, and operational requirements
Expertise in managing large-scale data center construction projects from inception to completion
Proven ability to lead and inspire a diverse team of professionals
Proficiency in creating and managing project budgets
Ability to identify potential risks and develop effective mitigation strategies
Experience in selecting, negotiating, and managing contracts with vendors and contractors
Knowledge of relevant regulations and industry standards
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement
Preferred
Ideally an onsite role in Abilene, TX or have the ability to travel
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion
Short term disability and long term disability
Life insurance and AD&D
Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts
Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits
401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match
Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.
11 paid holidays
Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.
Paid parental leave
Adoption assistance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Financial planning and group legal
Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance
Company
Oracle
Oracle is an integrated cloud application and platform services that sells a range of enterprise information technology solutions.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$25.75BKey Investors
HSBC,JPMorgan Chase & Co.Sequoia Capital
2025-09-24Post Ipo Debt· $18B
2025-02-03Post Ipo Debt· $7.75B
1986-03-12IPO
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