Hybrid Managing Vice President, Data Center Development

at CoreSite

• Job title: Managing Vice President, Data Center Development
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Lead
• Salary: $275,000 - $315,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Denver, United States

About the role

• Managing Vice President responsible for strategy and delivery of CoreSite’s data center development program. Leading projects from pre-construction to commissioning while managing a high-performing team in a hybrid environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of data center development projects, from pre-construction through commissioning.
• Develop and execute the strategic direction for the design and pre-construction program, including the evaluation and implementation of modern design standards, construction methods, and emerging technologies.
• Ensure facilities are designed and constructed for long-term operational reliability and maintainability.
• Oversee construction procurement, ensuring an efficient, effective set of industry leading outcomes and maximum value from suppliers and vendors.
• Develop solutions to complex procurement and industry challenges requiring cross-functional collaboration by enhancing operational efficiencies, driving cost savings, and ensuring timely project deliveries.
• Own the capital development budget, including forecasting and cost controls.
• Oversee a 15+ person team responsible for designing, obtaining permits, budgeting, contracting, constructing, and commissioning for over $500,000,000 in annual data center development projects.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a high performing team by providing guidance, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities.
• Participate in executive-level discussions and strategic planning sessions.
• Promote and demonstrate behaviors consistent with CoreSite’s culture and core values

Requirements

• Experience in strategic leadership within data center, infrastructure, or other mission-critical development organizations.
• Deep data center design, construction, and commissioning technical expertise.
• Able to excel in a team-oriented work environment.
• Ability to lead projects and teams to successful and timely outcomes.
• Track record of facilitating change and innovation in current role.
• Ability to think strategically and act tactically.
• Strong work ethic with an accountability to outcomes.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills; capable of influencing across all organizational levels as well as externally.
• Ability to develop and lead high-performing teams.
• Deep understanding of zoning, permitting, building codes, and municipal approval processes.
• Strong proficiency in contract negotiation, vendor management, and consultant coordination.
• Flexibility to travel, with the potential for increased travel or in-office presence as business needs evolve.
• Ability to thrive in a hybrid work environment (2–3 days in the office per week) and adjust schedule to meet the needs of a 24/7/365 organization based in the U.S.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Supply Chain, Construction Management, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• At least 15 years of progressive mission-critical or data center development work experience.
• At least 10 years of leadership experience managing complex, multi-site capital programs.
• Ability to lead senior teams and communicate effectively with executives.
• Experience with substations and on-site power generation preferred.

Benefits

• First-day medical insurance through Cigna with generous premium cost coverage
• Dental insurance through Delta Dental
• Vision insurance through VSP
• Telemedicine through MDLive for Cigna
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA) plans
• Health saving account (HSA) plans for employees participating in the High Deductible Health Plan
• Life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance fully paid by the company
• Voluntary coverage benefits for supplemental life, critical illness, accident, and hospital insurance
• First-day eligibility for 401(k) savings plan through Fidelity, which includes an attractive matching company contribution with a 5% company match
• Discretionary annual bonus and equity incentive plan
• Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) with a 15% discount
• 16 days of paid time off (PTO), 11 paid company holidays, and additional floating holidays
• Additional paid time off for school events, elder care, volunteering, bereavement, jury duty, voting, parental leave, and disability leave
• Free parking or a company contribution toward a public transit pass
• Wellness Reimbursement Program: Yearly stipend of $500 for employees and $300 for dependents, up to $800 total for the family
• Wellness Incentive Program: Participate in various wellbeing activities to earn up to $450 per year in cash incentives
• Technology Stipend: $100 monthly stipend
• Educational Reimbursement Program: Work-related learning and development with reimbursement on qualifying degree programs, up to $5,250 per year
• Giving Back: Charitable donation matches up to $5,000 per year and nominate organizations for Company Foundation grants
• Financial Management: Access to financial coaching, digital tools, and services to manage and pay student loan debt quicker
• Pet Insurance: Keep your furry friends healthy and happy
• Family Planning: Benefits and services related to fertility, pregnancy, menopause, adoption and surrogacy
• Employee Assistance Program: 24x7 service to support family, work, money, health, legal and life challenges
• Counseling and Caregiving Programs: Including access to mental health services, licensed counselors, and caregiving tools including membership for finding care
• Referral Bonus: Receive a $3,000 cash bonus if referred candidate is hired and meets eligibility requirements
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