Business Unit Leader - Data Center Market

Overview

Lead and oversee execution, financial, schedule, risk, and relationships for data center projects

Key Responsibilities

• schedule monitoring
• risk management
• cost control
• procurement oversight
• kpi review
• client liaison

Tasks

-Responsible for identifying, in coordination with other Market Leaders, best practices and developing standards in collaboration with Project Delivery Services that produce operational excellence. -The Business Unit Leader is responsible for monitoring progress, identifying issues early during budget/cost reviews, developing corrective actions to mitigate problems, and providing reports to the Responsible Vice President or Market Leader. -Provide assistance to Project Managers in the review, negotiation and resolution of any Subcontract Agreement comments, exclusions, debated items etc. during the procurement process and the Subcontract Agreement execution process. -Ensure that the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are being regularly reviewed for accuracy and that appropriate responses are being provided. -Regularly visits project sites to evaluate project performance in terms of safety, financial risk, project schedule, quality, and team synergy. -Provide oversight, identifying potential issues and assist project teams in the development of corrective measures for risk mitigation. In addition, responsible in monitoring the corrective measure until risk is mitigated. -Responsible for communicating regularly with other Business Unit Leaders, Market Leaders and Vice Presidents in carrying out responsibilities. -Responsible for collaborative schedule development, as well as monitoring project schedule progress, identifying potential issues and assisting the project team in the development of corrective measures as needed. -Responsible for work continuity in absence of project staff or leadership team. -All authority described above is at the discretion of the Executive Vice President, Senior Vice President, Vice President, and Market Leader, which can be given and rescinded. Additionally, the Executive Vice President, Senior Vice President, Vice President, and Market Leader may elect to maintain authority on specific projects for various trades or specific companies or set dollar amount limits for the above. -Assess the effectiveness of plans and develop changes to the plan and corrective action steps to be implemented by the team; perform in conjunction with cross functional Gray teams. -Ensure that all "project start-up meetings" are held when required and with the appropriate team members and support groups. -Mentor and train Project Executives, Senior Project Managers, and Project Managers and ensure adequate training is available and provided to Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers. -Ensures that the project action items are being systematically tracked and completed to support the project requirements. -Responsible for the overall project profit and loss. -Responsible for developing proposals and execution strategies specific to a project in line with Gray’s strategy requirements, in conjunction with Project Executive and Market Leader -Ensure the project schedule aligns with the execution strategy and contract. -Ensure that any delays on the project are appropriately documented and communicated to all pertinent parties; includes producing timely notices and development of documentation to justify extensions to the schedule, and/or taking the development of documentation to justify extensions to the schedule and taking appropriate measures to adhere to or modify the schedule. -Monitor procurement packages for adherence to scope and schedule. -Ensure that project staff accurately and timely complete red files and review them alongside job cost reports. -Ensure that the project staff support and abide by the company's vision, core values and mission statement. -Ensure that project staff maintain a cooperative and willing work environment across cross-functional teams. -Operate within budgetary limitations and requirements. -Develop relationship Management plans and assign responsibility within the team and for reporting progress. Plans should address relationships with customers, subcontractors and consultants . Relationship management planning should be incorporated into the Project Execution plan. -Ensure that goals for safety, quality, scheduling, training, and profitability are met for specific project or projects. This includes the promotion and implementation of the safety and quality programs. -Ensure that the project staff is issuing change orders to subcontractors and customers according to the work procedures. -Ensure that all contractual terms and conditions in both owner contracts and subcontracts are understood by all parties. Must be able to render decisions and take appropriate action(s) based on the contractual obligations of all parties. -Monitor project team cohesiveness and develop action plans to correct issues associated with Project Management resourcesin conjunction with Regional Managers and internal team leaders. -Perform as primary customer contact and account manager. By definition, this relationship shall reside beyond that of the Project Manager and/or Senior Project Manager and/or Project Executive so that if issues are elevated above that of this individual, the Business Unit Leader is the final stop before escalation above the Project Team. -Responsible for developing the project risk management plan and assigning responsibilities for monitoring and reporting progress. Programs should address both internal and external risks. Risk management planning should be incorporated into the Project Execution plan.

Requirements

• cost estimating
• schedule development
• contract management
• leadership
• bachelor's
• p&l accountability

What You Bring

-Authority to release payment to subcontractors or vendors prior to receipt of funds from the customer. -Authority to execute Subcontract and Purchase Order change orders. Required to execute customer change orders above $10M. -Must have a proven record in increasing project profitability from the initial project profit margin on multiple projects. -Must have proven experience in preparing cost estimates for design/build and hard bid projects. -Must be sufficiently knowledgeable in technical aspects of engineering and design disciplines to represent Gray as the "primary point of contact" in initial project discussions with customers. Must be thoroughly knowledgeable of costs and fees associated with the variety of engineering and design disciplines and services Gray offers. -Authority to execute customer change orders. Required to execute customer change orders above $10M . -Must have proven experience in the development of aggressive schedules for various project types. -Must have experience in all contracting methods such as lump sum, GMP, cost plus construction management, and fee-based construction. Must understand legal aspects and implications of contractual language. -Must be thoroughly knowledgeable of the impact caused by multiple changes in either the design, engineering or construction phases and how they impact the overall project, from the cost, schedule, construction management and construction operations perspectives. Must be knowledgeable of when and how to address these issues with customers. -Must have a minimum of seven consecutive years total profit and loss accountability on multiple projects. -Authority to execute Subcontract Agreements in accordance with Gray Process for Executing Subcontract and Consultant Agreements. -Must have a minimum of five years of experience managing all disciplines of design/build projects or hard bid projects as required for the market this position serves. -Must have experience managing at least two projects which involved the procurement or installation of process or production equipment, or both. Alternatively, they should have managed all aspects of similar projects in industries such as data centers, food and beverage facilities, advanced tech, large distribution and manufacturing, and support utilities, which included equipment procurement and installation, as well as manufacturing equipment and support utility installation. The total value of each project should have exceeded two million dollars. Additionally, the candidate should possess knowledge and experience of costs associated with individual equipment components and systems, as well as installation procedures, in order to prepare accurate estimates and proposals. -Exuberate leadership qualities and awareness of Gray Core Values inside and outside of project team. Extend consideration, courtesy, and respect to project staff, subcontractors, suppliers, and customers. -Bachelor's degree from four-year College or university; or a minimum of ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. -Authority to accept subcontractor or vendor insurance limits that don't comply with Gray standards. Additional insured requirements cannot be waived. -Demonstrate and communicate a consistent approach to problem-solving. -Must be able to develop and maintain harmonious relationships with owners, co-workers, vendors, suppliers, and community stakeholders.

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About Gray

-Evolved into a global powerhouse blending engineering, architecture, construction, and equipment services into cohesive solutions. -From tobacco barns to mega-projects, the company’s rise reflects its knack for pivoting—absorbing design-build, automation, and digital services under one roof. -Gray engineers complex facilities—semiconductor fabs, advanced battery plants, food and beverage processing sites, data centers, and distribution hubs—by integrating systems early for agile design and execution. -Their projects range from carbon-neutral distilleries and bourbon mash-houses to Amazon logistics centers, Mercedes-Benz assembly lines, Qcells battery parks, and Kraft Heinz plants. -A tapestry of sister brands—Gray AES, Gray Solutions, InLine Engineers, Anderson Dahlen, AD Process Equipment, and NexGen—gives the company depth in automation, specialty fabrication, and real estate. -Unique among general contractors, Gray builds its own process equipment and embeds engineering teams on projects, enabling mid-stream design pivots and tightly coordinated execution. -The company’s blend of family culture, integrated services, and global reach makes it both nimble and reliable on projects that demand innovation and scale.

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Visa Sponsorship

-this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.