Principal Data Center Construction Lead

Oracle

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Abilene, TX
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3 days ago

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TL;DR · Principal Data Center Construction Lead

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure is hiring a Principal Data Center Construction Lead in Shackelford, Texas, to oversee the construction of hyperscale AI data centers. This senior individual contributor role involves leading Construction Managers and coordinating with multiple contractors to ensure safe, high-quality execution aligned with OCI’s aggressive milestones. Daily responsibilities include directing field operations, resolving complex issues, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in managing large-scale construction projects, particularly hyperscale data centers, and possesses strong leadership, communication, and executive-level decision-making skills. Familiarity with project controls tools like Primavera P6 and Oracle Aconex is preferred, as well as a background in commissioning-driven delivery and operational readiness for mission-critical facilities.

What you'll do

  • Lead field execution across multiple buildings, systems, or major discipline scopes.
  • Provide direct leadership for Construction Managers responsible for assigned areas.
  • Drive safe and high-quality construction execution aligned with Oracle's standards.
  • Coordinate with contractors to ensure alignment on execution strategy and priorities.
  • Monitor construction progress and develop proactive mitigation plans for risks.
  • Ensure construction activities align with schedules, commissioning milestones, and readiness objectives.
  • Resolve complex field execution issues requiring cross-functional coordination.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
  • Over 10 years of experience managing large-scale, complex construction projects.
  • Proven leadership in delivering hyperscale data centers and mission-critical facilities.
  • Extensive knowledge of construction sequencing, contractor management, and workface planning.
  • Strong ability to lead multiple contractors and stakeholders in fast-track environments.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and executive presentation skills.
  • Demonstrated experience identifying project risks and driving schedule recovery initiatives.

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