Director of Data Center Construction and Strategy
Oracle, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85003
Job Description
Join us as the Director of Data Center Construction and Strategy, where you will be instrumental in laying the foundation for our data center projects. Your leadership will be vital in shaping and executing construction strategies that resonate with our long-term objectives. Collaborating closely with the project management team, you will cultivate a culture of innovation, teamwork, and excellence throughout the construction phases.
In this role, you will design robust preconstruction plans that maximize efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and operational excellence. Engaging with key stakeholders and managing high-stakes vendor relationships will be part of your responsibilities, as you master the intricacies of regulatory compliance. Your foresight in identifying and mitigating risks will help keep projects on track regarding timelines and budgets. By integrating the latest industry trends and technologies, you will contribute to making our data centers state-of-the-art and future-proof. This is an exciting opportunity for a visionary leader eager to drive significant organizational growth and success.
Your work will include travel commitments that could reach up to 50%. Enjoy a flexible remote work environment accompanied by comprehensive Oracle benefits.
Responsibilities
Strategic Planning:
Formulate and execute long-term preconstruction strategies for data center projects to align with organizational objectives.
Stakeholder Communication:
Provide regular updates on project status to stakeholders and address any concerns effectively. Educate stakeholders on industry standards and processes related to data center construction.
Project Constructability:
Supervise the planning and design phases of data center projects to ensure feasibility, quality, budget adherence, and timely delivery.
Budget Oversight:
Establish and manage preconstruction budgets, ensuring prudent resource utilization while adhering to financial parameters.
Innovation and Improvement:
Stay informed on industry trends and emerging technologies, incorporating innovative practices to enhance performance and sustainability.
Continuous Improvement:
Document lessons learned in budgeting and preconstruction processes to foster continuous improvement and implement best practices across all projects.
Risk Management:
Anticipate potential risks and create strategies to mitigate their impact on project timelines and costs.
Team Leadership:
Inspire and mentor the project team, cultivating a collaborative, high-performance work environment.
Vendor Management:
Collaborate with the project team to select, negotiate, and manage contracts with external vendors and contractors to ensure project objectives are met economically.
Compliance and Standards:
Ensure preconstruction activities adhere to relevant regulations, industry standards, and organizational policies.
Quality Assurance:
Implement and supervise quality control processes in the preconstruction phase to uphold superior planning and design standards.
Skills Required Industry Knowledge:
Strong grasp of data center budgeting, cost effectiveness, and the connection between budget and schedule timelines.
Data Center Industry Relationships:
Leverage existing relationships and develop new connections to support preconstruction efforts.
Budget Process:
Skill in organizing, evaluating, and communicating baseline budgets from inception to project closeout.
Strategic Planning:
Capable of developing and enforcing strategies that align with higher-level organizational goals.
Understanding of Project Management:
Proven expertise in overseeing the complex planning, design, and budgeting phases of construction projects.
Leadership:
Exceptional leadership ability to guide and motivate a team of preconstruction professionals.
Vendor Management:
Competence in selecting, negotiating, and overseeing contracts with external partners.
Budget Management:
Demonstrated experience in creating and managing budgets responsibly.
Risk Management:
Aptitude for identifying risks and devising innovative mitigation strategies.
Regulatory Compliance:
Familiarity with pertinent regulations, industry standards, and company policies.
Communication:
Superior communication skills to ensure effective interaction with all stakeholders.
Quality Assurance:
Proficient in implementing quality processes and ensuring high standards.
Innovation and Continuous Improvement:
Ability to integrate evolving trends and practices while fostering continuous improvement.
Disclaimer: Certain US client-facing roles may require adherence to applicable health mandates. Compensation Range and Benefits Hiring Range: $139,400 to $291,800 per annum, with eligibility for bonus, equity, and compensation deferral. Oracle offers a robust benefits package comprising: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Disability insurance Life insurance Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependents 401(k) Savings Plan with company match Generous vacation and paid time off policies Paid holidays Paid parental leave Adoption assistance Employee Stock Purchase Plan The role will accept applications for at least three calendar days from posting or until filled. About Us As a global leader in cloud solutions, Oracle leverages innovative technology to address contemporary challenges. Join us in creating inclusive workforce opportunities and contributing to strong community initiatives. We're an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, welcoming applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.
Formulate and execute long-term preconstruction strategies for data center projects to align with organizational objectives.
Stakeholder Communication:
Provide regular updates on project status to stakeholders and address any concerns effectively. Educate stakeholders on industry standards and processes related to data center construction.
Project Constructability:
Supervise the planning and design phases of data center projects to ensure feasibility, quality, budget adherence, and timely delivery.
Budget Oversight:
Establish and manage preconstruction budgets, ensuring prudent resource utilization while adhering to financial parameters.
Innovation and Improvement:
Stay informed on industry trends and emerging technologies, incorporating innovative practices to enhance performance and sustainability.
Continuous Improvement:
Document lessons learned in budgeting and preconstruction processes to foster continuous improvement and implement best practices across all projects.
Risk Management:
Anticipate potential risks and create strategies to mitigate their impact on project timelines and costs.
Team Leadership:
Inspire and mentor the project team, cultivating a collaborative, high-performance work environment.
Vendor Management:
Collaborate with the project team to select, negotiate, and manage contracts with external vendors and contractors to ensure project objectives are met economically.
Compliance and Standards:
Ensure preconstruction activities adhere to relevant regulations, industry standards, and organizational policies.
Quality Assurance:
Implement and supervise quality control processes in the preconstruction phase to uphold superior planning and design standards.
Skills Required Industry Knowledge:
Strong grasp of data center budgeting, cost effectiveness, and the connection between budget and schedule timelines.
Data Center Industry Relationships:
Leverage existing relationships and develop new connections to support preconstruction efforts.
Budget Process:
Skill in organizing, evaluating, and communicating baseline budgets from inception to project closeout.
Strategic Planning:
Capable of developing and enforcing strategies that align with higher-level organizational goals.
Understanding of Project Management:
Proven expertise in overseeing the complex planning, design, and budgeting phases of construction projects.
Leadership:
Exceptional leadership ability to guide and motivate a team of preconstruction professionals.
Vendor Management:
Competence in selecting, negotiating, and overseeing contracts with external partners.
Budget Management:
Demonstrated experience in creating and managing budgets responsibly.
Risk Management:
Aptitude for identifying risks and devising innovative mitigation strategies.
Regulatory Compliance:
Familiarity with pertinent regulations, industry standards, and company policies.
Communication:
Superior communication skills to ensure effective interaction with all stakeholders.
Quality Assurance:
Proficient in implementing quality processes and ensuring high standards.
Innovation and Continuous Improvement:
Ability to integrate evolving trends and practices while fostering continuous improvement.
Disclaimer: Certain US client-facing roles may require adherence to applicable health mandates. Compensation Range and Benefits Hiring Range: $139,400 to $291,800 per annum, with eligibility for bonus, equity, and compensation deferral. Oracle offers a robust benefits package comprising: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Disability insurance Life insurance Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependents 401(k) Savings Plan with company match Generous vacation and paid time off policies Paid holidays Paid parental leave Adoption assistance Employee Stock Purchase Plan The role will accept applications for at least three calendar days from posting or until filled. About Us As a global leader in cloud solutions, Oracle leverages innovative technology to address contemporary challenges. Join us in creating inclusive workforce opportunities and contributing to strong community initiatives. We're an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, welcoming applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.