Facilities Manager- Chicago Chicago, Illinois, United States
A leading data center developer is seeking a Senior Facility Manager to oversee data center operations across a large-scale hyperscale campus in the greater Chicago market.
This individual will play a key leadership role across a multi-building campus environment, managing facility operations, engineering teams, vendor coordination, operational reliability, and ongoing site performance within a high-availability data center environment. The position offers the opportunity to oversee a significant live critical infrastructure footprint while helping drive team development, operational excellence, and long-term campus performance.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong combination of technical data center operations expertise, team leadership, operational oversight, and people management capabilities within mission critical environments.
Responsibilities
* Lead facility operations across a multi-building hyperscale data center campus
* Oversee a large-scale operational critical infrastructure environment
* Manage and mentor a team of facility and engineering professionals, including multiple direct reports
* Drive operational excellence across maintenance, uptime, reliability, compliance, and critical environment management
* Partner closely with internal leadership, vendors, contractors, and cross-functional operational teams
* Support staffing development through a coaching and mentoring leadership approach
* Provide oversight of vendor management, preventative maintenance, and critical systems performance
* Assist with operational planning, reporting, process improvements, and campus-wide coordination initiatives
* Participate in corporate leadership summits, meetings, and operational reviews as needed
* Ensure strong communication and leadership presence across all levels of the organization
Ideal Background
* Prior data center facilities or mission critical operations experience is required
* Strong leadership background managing engineering or facility operations teams within live critical environments
* Experience overseeing large-scale data center infrastructure and campus operations
* Ability to lead through collaboration, mentorship, and team development rather than rigid management styles
* Strong understanding of critical infrastructure systems, operational reliability, and facility management best practices
* Experience managing multiple buildings or large campus-style operations preferred
* Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities
* Stable career progression within mission critical, hyperscale, colocation, or data center operations environments
Compensation & Logistics
* Competitive base salary and bonus structure
* Long-term incentive eligibility
* Fully onsite role requiring 5 days/week onsite presence
* Limited travel required for corporate meetings and leadership summits
Additional Considerations
* Data center experience is considered a non-negotiable requirement for the position
* Candidates without deep operational data center experience are unlikely to be considered
* Candidates currently supporting projects through third-party relationships should be carefully vetted for potential conflicts
* Strong emphasis on leadership adaptability, mentorship, and team-oriented management style
Why This Opportunity?
* Opportunity to oversee a large-scale hyperscale campus environment with significant operational responsibility
* Strong visibility within a rapidly growing digital infrastructure organization
* Leadership role with direct influence on operational performance and team development
* Exposure to enterprise-scale mission critical operations within a high-growth market
* Competitive compensation structure with long-term growth potential
For confidential consideration, please apply directly or reach out to Hudson Feinberg at h.feinberg@harperharrison.com mailto:h.feinberg@harperharrison.com or 786-6074582 for additional information.
Director EHS, Data Center Texas, United States
A globally recognized, prominent, vertically integrated data center development and investment platform is seeking a Director of Environmental, Health, and Safety to lead and advance the organization’s data center construction and operations programs.
This individual will partner with global stakeholders and leadership to develop and implement EHS programs across multiple developments in the United States. This position offers the opportunity to create and implement a safety program across multiple hyperscale campuses in the United States for one of the fastest growing data center developers in the United States.
The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of serving in an EHS leadership position preferably within the data center or mission-critical space, with significant experience in managing multi-site or national EHS programs. This candidate will be responsible for implementing and improving safety standards.
Responsibilities
* Lead development and implementation of EHS programs and strategy to further develop a forward-thinking safety strategy.
* Guarantee adherence with regulatory, corporate and operational site safety standards.
* Create and implement national EHS programs, principles, and frameworks.
* Identify and reduce risk within environmental, health, and safety regulations across multiple hyperscale developments.
* Drive organizational alignment around safety, sustainability, and long-term operational resilience.
* Oversee all site EHS operations, ensuring alignment with corporate policies and applicable regulatory standards.
* Collaborate with site leadership to incorporate safety considerations into operational planning, maintenance efforts, and capital improvement projects.
* Lead the site safety committee and promote active employee participation in safety programs and initiatives.
* Verify that site personnel and third-party vendors comply with established safety protocols, procedures, and training requirements.
* Leading and building successful EHS teams across multiple developments.
Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field (Master’s preferred)
* Ability to influence leadership and drive changes throughout the organization.
* 10+ Years in an EHS Leadership position in construction with data center experience preferred.
* Proven experience developing and implementing safety programs across multiple complex sites or projects.
* Deep understanding of environmental, risk management, and occupational safety standards.
* Ability in building and managing high performing EHS teams.
Why this role?
* Opportunity to implement safety programs and drive real change for an established hyperscale developer.
* Institutional like backing with a start-up like feel in a stable, well-established environment.
* Highly competitive compensation, bonus structure, and opportunity for long-term growth.
* Access to resources and sophistication of one of the largest Real Estate developers in the world.
* Stability of a well-established globally recognized real estate developer with rapidly
* Scaling data center development and investment arm.
If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please reach out to Hudson Feinberg at 786-607-4582 or h.feinberg@harperharrison.com
Lead Superintendent Indiana, United States
A nationally recognized commercial general contractor is seeking a Lead Superintendent to support the delivery of large-scale mission critical and data center projects across the United States.
This role is ideal for a construction leader with experience managing highly technical, fast-paced projects and leading field operations from site mobilization through commissioning and turnover. The organization continues to see significant growth within the mission critical sector and is looking for individuals who thrive in complex construction environments and are excited by the opportunity to travel nationally on major hyperscale developments.
The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership capabilities, a proactive communication style, and experience driving schedule, safety, and quality performance on large-scale data center or advanced technology projects.
Responsibilities
* Lead field operations on large-scale mission critical/data center construction projects
* Manage superintendents, subcontractors, and field personnel throughout all phases of construction
* Drive project schedules, sequencing, logistics coordination, and daily field execution
* Oversee highly coordinated MEP installations and technical project scopes
* Lead subcontractor coordination meetings, pull-planning efforts, and site logistics planning
* Ensure strict adherence to safety, quality control, and commissioning requirements
* Partner closely with project management teams, owners, consultants, and trade partners to proactively resolve field issues
* Support commissioning, turnover, and closeout activities within highly schedule-driven environments
* Mentor and develop assistant superintendents and field engineers
Ideal Background
* 8+ years of commercial construction superintendent experience
* Prior experience leading ground-up data center, mission critical, industrial, or highly technical construction projects
* Strong understanding of MEP-intensive construction and commissioning processes
* Experience managing aggressive project schedules and fast-track delivery environments
* Ability to lead large subcontractor teams and maintain strong field presence
* Willingness and ability to travel nationwide for projects
* Stable career progression within commercial general contracting or mission critical construction environments
Why This Opportunity?
* Opportunity to work on some of the most advanced mission critical projects in the country
* Strong project pipeline and long-term growth within the data center sector
* Collaborative and team-oriented culture with strong leadership support
* Competitive compensation, travel package, bonus structure, and long-term advancement opportunities
* Exposure to large hyperscale and technically sophisticated developments nationwide
For confidential consideration, please apply directly or reach out for additional information.
Senior Estimator Tampa, Florida, United States
A well-established and growing commercial general contractor is seeking a Senior Estimator to join its Tampa-based preconstruction team.
This opportunity is ideal for an experienced construction professional who enjoys working on complex commercial projects and wants to play a key role in both estimating and broader preconstruction strategy. The company has a strong pipeline of work throughout the Florida market and is continuing to expand across multiple sectors including healthcare, multifamily, mixed-use, hospitality, industrial, and commercial construction.
The ideal candidate will bring strong conceptual estimating capabilities, technical construction knowledge, and the ability to work collaboratively with operations, ownership groups, and subcontractor partners throughout all phases of preconstruction.
Responsibilities
* Lead estimating efforts on ground-up and large renovation commercial construction projects
* Prepare conceptual budgets, detailed estimates, quantity takeoffs, and GMP pricing packages
* Solicit and evaluate subcontractor/vendor proposals to ensure complete scope coverage and competitive pricing
* Participate in value engineering and constructibility discussions during preconstruction
* Analyze drawings, specifications, schedules, and project documents to identify risks and opportunities
* Work closely with operations and project management teams to support seamless project turnover
* Assist in developing procurement and bid packaging strategies
* Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, vendors, consultants, and clients throughout the Tampa market
* Support multiple pursuits simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and deadlines
Ideal Background
* 5+ years of estimating or preconstruction experience within commercial construction
* Experience estimating ground-up commercial projects within sectors such as healthcare, multifamily, mixed-use, hospitality, industrial, office, or institutional construction
* Strong understanding of conceptual estimating, quantity takeoffs, and cost analysis
* Ability to read and interpret construction drawings/specifications across all trades
* Experience working with estimating software and project management tools
* Strong communication and organizational skills with a collaborative mindset
* Stable career progression within commercial general contracting
Why This Opportunity?
* Strong backlog and long-term project pipeline throughout Florida
* Opportunity to work on diverse and complex commercial projects
* Collaborative leadership team with strong internal growth opportunities
* Competitive compensation, bonus structure, and benefits package
* Growing organization with long-term career advancement potential
For confidential consideration, please apply directly or reach out for additional information.
Director of Estimating Manhattan, New York, United States
A nationally recognized and highly respected construction management firm is seeking a Director of Estimating to lead preconstruction and estimating operations across the New York market.
This individual will play a critical leadership role within the business, overseeing complex commercial pursuits while helping drive strategy, process improvement, team development, and client engagement throughout the preconstruction lifecycle. The position offers the opportunity to influence some of the region’s most high-profile and technically sophisticated projects across multiple sectors.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong combination of hands-on estimating expertise, executive-level leadership, operational oversight, and client-facing capabilities within large-scale commercial construction environments.
Responsibilities
* Lead and oversee estimating and preconstruction efforts across major commercial construction pursuits
* Manage and mentor estimating teams while helping establish best practices, process improvements, and long-term departmental growth strategies
* Drive conceptual estimating, budgeting, GMP development, value engineering, and cost planning efforts throughout all project phases
* Partner closely with operations, business development, ownership groups, and clients during pursuit and preconstruction stages
* Review subcontractor and vendor pricing while ensuring complete scope coverage and accurate risk analysis
* Provide strategic input on project logistics, phasing, constructibility, and procurement strategies
* Support business development initiatives and maintain strong relationships within the NYC construction market
* Present estimates, budgets, and preconstruction strategies to executive leadership and clients
* Assist in recruiting, training, and developing future preconstruction talent within the organization
Ideal Background
* 12+ years of estimating/preconstruction experience within commercial construction
* Prior leadership experience managing estimating or preconstruction teams
* Strong background delivering complex ground-up and interior commercial projects within the NYC market
* Experience across sectors such as commercial office, healthcare, life sciences, higher education, residential, mixed-use, hospitality, or institutional construction
* Strong understanding of conceptual estimating, GMP development, value engineering, and procurement strategy
* Ability to operate in both hands-on estimating and executive/client-facing leadership capacities
* Proven experience building relationships with owners, architects, consultants, and subcontractors
* Stable career progression with reputable commercial general contractors or construction managers
Why This Opportunity?
* Opportunity to help lead and shape a growing preconstruction division within a nationally recognized builder
* Exposure to some of the most complex and high-profile projects in the NYC market
* Strong executive visibility and long-term leadership growth potential
* Collaborative and team-oriented company culture
* Competitive compensation structure, bonus potential, and long-term career stability
For confidential consideration, please apply directly or reach out for additional information.
Senior Facilities Assessor Atlanta, Georgia, United States
As a Senior Facility Condition Assessor, you'll play a crucial role in performing comprehensive building evaluations, including Facility Condition Assessments (FCA), energy audits, ADA accessibility assessments, mechanical equipment evaluations, space planning, and other asset management functions for commercial, institutional, and municipal facilities.
Core Functions:
* Conduct on-site inspections and building condition assessments using mobile inspection and capital planning software on an iPad.
* Perform walk-through surveys of major building systems, structures, interiors, exteriors, and pavements.
* Conduct space utilization planning and analysis.
* Provide photographic documentation and detailed observations of site and building features.
* Identify system types, conditions, remaining useful life, and significant deficiencies based on visual inspection.
* Provide recommendations and planning-level cost estimates for building envelopes, components, and systems repair or replacement.
* Conduct interviews with stakeholders and review relevant property records and documents.
Minimum Job Requirements
* 7+ years’ experience in (equity level/detailed) Property / Facility Condition Assessments or alternative experience in Project /Construction Management and Facilities Management
* Well-rounded knowledge of all building systems including building envelope, mechanical systems, and electrical systems.
* Demonstrated client management, communication, and organization skills.
* Ability to work independently or cohesively as part of a larger project team including colleagues and external sub-consultants.
* Ability to think strategically, plan and problem solve.
* Ability to manage time effectively and meet tight deadlines while working on multiple projects simultaneously .
* Attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
* Demonstrated stability and longevity in job history.
* Expository report writing and technical writing skills are essential
* Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products such as Outlook, Excel, and Word. Experience with capital planning software or computerized maintenance management systems a plus but not required.
* Education: Degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or proven relevant experience are preferred.
* Professional Registrations: Registered Architect (RA), Professional Engineer (PE), or applicable industry certifications strongly preferred.
