Lead the Growth of Data Center and Commercial Development in Texas
This U.S.-based real estate leader is dedicated to delivering exceptional value through the strategic development and repositioning of data centers, residential, industrial, and office properties. With a legacy spanning over two decades and over 25 million square feet of transformed assets, the company is renowned for operational excellence across acquisitions, construction, asset management, and leasing.
We are seeking a dynamic leader to oversee and expand our Dallas, Texas, office. This is a key leadership role for someone with deep knowledge of the Texas market, a proven ability to deliver high-quality projects, and a strategic mindset to grow and scale a thriving business unit. You will guide the successful delivery of ongoing projects while driving new opportunities and partnerships to support the company's growth trajectory in the region.
Primary Responsibilities
- Strategic Market Growth: Expand the company's presence in the Texas market, building relationships and identifying opportunities for new data center and commercial developments.
- Project Leadership: Oversee the full lifecycle of development and construction projects, ensuring timely and cost-efficient execution.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Act as the face of the Dallas office, fostering strong relationships with clients, contractors, consultants, and public agencies.
- Team Development: Build and lead a high-performing local team, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and market demands.
- Operational Excellence: Leverage local insights to optimize project delivery, from budgeting and scheduling to regulatory compliance.
- Sustainability and Innovation: Drive energy-efficient and sustainable practices, enhancing project outcomes and ensuring alignment with industry certifications like LEED.
- Business Development: Identify and secure new business opportunities, leveraging your knowledge of the Texas market and existing client network.
Qualifications and Skills
- Local Expertise: Strong understanding of the Texas real estate and construction market, with proven connections in the Dallas area.
- Leadership Acumen: Demonstrated success in managing large-scale construction and development projects, particularly in data centers and commercial properties.
- Strategic Vision: Ability to develop and execute growth strategies to scale operations and expand the company's footprint in Texas.
- Construction Mastery: Deep technical knowledge of mission-critical infrastructure and commercial building systems.
- Educational Background:
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, real estate, engineering, or a related field. Advanced degrees are a plus.
- 10+ years of experience in construction and development, with a strong focus on data centers and commercial projects.
Why This Role?
This is a unique opportunity to lead and grow a high-performing office in one of the most dynamic real estate markets in the U.S. Join a company with a proven track record, an integrated approach to development, and a vision for innovation that sets it apart in the industry.
Desired Skills and Experience
Data Center Construction & Development
Project Budgeting & Cost Management
Contract Negotiation & Vendor Management
Project Scheduling & Critical Path Analysis
Tenant Improvement Coordination
Zoning & Permitting Compliance
Sustainability & Green Building Practices (LEED, Energy Star)
Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
Risk Management & Problem Solving
Real Estate Development
Experience
Led the end-to-end delivery of large-scale data center and commercial construction projects, ensuring on-time and within-budget completion.
Developed and managed project budgets and schedules, resolving critical path challenges to maintain delivery timelines.
Directed procurement processes, including RFP creation, bid analysis, and contract negotiations, for consultants and contractors.
Collaborated with tenants, architects, and regulatory agencies to align project goals with compliance requirements and operational objectives.
Integrated energy-efficient and sustainable practices into project designs, achieving LEED and Energy Star certifications.
Supported site due diligence, zoning efforts, and acquisition assessments for greenfield and brownfield development opportunities.
Built strong relationships with stakeholders, including equity partners, public officials, and community representatives, to drive project success.
Proactively identified risks and developed creative solutions to address challenges in fast-paced environments.
