VP, Strategic Construction Commercial Programs

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Join NTT Global Data Centers and be part of a team that drives innovation and sustainability in the digital world. With over 150 data centers across more than 20 countries globally, we offer unparalleled opportunities to work on cutting-edge technology and transformative projects. Experience a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive workplace where your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported.

Your role at a glance

This role is responsible for managing the ongoing commercial requirements for a large, complex data center campus (potential GW scale). This will include driving the Supply Chain, Cost Management, Estimating, and Scheduling functions while partnering with the functional leads of those areas. Initially the VP will help develop the campus wide strategic plans and then execute according to those plans to deliver capacity on time and within budget

What we are looking for

Key responsibilities

• Responsible for building and leading the team of professionals as well as oversight and strategic direction for supply chain, cost, estimating, and schedule team members.
• Develops, implements, and manages the governance programs associated with planning and using capex funding appropriately to meet company objectives.  Includes development and documenting procedures to drive compliance with company policies. 
• Ensures necessary controls are in place to predictably deliver major programs while also meeting internal control requirements. 
• Coordinates the development of the capital funding process specific to this program and partners with functional leads on process and standards. 
• Executive level communication across the organization, including presenting KPIs to executives.
• Develop control systems that will drive consistent, reliable, and accurate assessment of the financial position for projects.  This may include, but not limited to, early phase project budgeting, development of project cost program, cost report functionality, detailed forecasting methods, evaluation of cost changes, procedures for reviewing application for payments, and overall compliance to company financial requirements. 
• Produce Executive level/ Management level reports necessary to share accurate financial position. 
• Work closely with NTT GDC suppliers to meet financial reporting requirements (commits, spends, and forecasts).  Develop program of internal and external benchmarks to enable project decision making. 
• Develops and drives sourcing strategies that will enable Construction, Design and Business Goals. 
• Develop, implement, and manage commercial KPIs for project health reporting (budget, cost, schedule, changes, forecasts, etc). 
• Partner with cross functional groups across the organization to ensure alignment of strategy and execution plans. 

KNOWLEDGE & ATTRIBUTES

• Must possess a clear understanding of the full construction life cycle with substantial project experience.
• Proven capability to manage cost control systems on complex projects from pre-design through closeout. 
• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills.
• Capability to multi-task in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to clearly set and lead meetings to develop strong project control systems.
• Proficient with computers to include the utilization of Microsoft Office programs with very strong capabilities in Excel.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Manages stress and/or fast pace effectively.
• Excellent analytical, creative thinking, written and verbal communication skills

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Cost Management, Construction Management, or related field or equivalent education and/or relevant experience.  MBA is a plus. 

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• 15 year+ experience with construction cost management responsibilities that may include preconstruction planning, cost management strategies, construction supply chain, estimating, and schedule experiences.  Significant Data Center project experience preferred. 
• Experience with people management and leading a team of commercial construction professionals.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Primarily sitting with some walking, standing, and bending.
• Able to hear and speak into a telephone.
• Close visual work on a computer terminal.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate any required computer keyboard, mouse, and other technical instruments.

Work conditions & other requirements

• Extensive daily usage of workstation or computer, thus must have high speed internet.
• This role is expected to work remote with ability to travel up to 50% to project site.

Compensation Pay Range

"This is a remote position that requires reliable internet connection and electricity. A monthly stipend is provided to cover expenses associated with working remotely and use of a personal mobile device.
NTT Global Data Centers Americas, Inc. offers competitive compensation based on experience, education, and location. Base salary for this position is $336,000 - $450,000.
All regular full-time employees are eligible for an annual bonus; payout is dependent upon individual and company performance.
Employees receive paid time-off, medical, dental, and vision benefits, life and supplemental insurance, short-term and long-term disability, flexible spending account, and 401k retirement plan to create a rich Total Rewards package.”

Who we are

As the third largest data center provider, we operate over 150 data centers in more than 20 countries and regions. We understand that every business – large and small – has its own unique needs and goals. We offer local-to-global data center expertise, aligned with our connected platform of AI-ready data centers to create solutions that enable our clients to seamlessly scale their digital businesses, anywhere and anytime.

NTT Global Data Centers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category. Join our growing global team and accelerate your career with us. Apply today.