Vice President Construction

Job description

Job Type: Full-Time | Location: Texas | Department: Construction | Reporting to: SVP, Data Center Delivery | Work Location Type: #remote
IREN is a leading AI Cloud Service Provider, deliver large-scale GPU clusters for AI training and inference. IREN's vertically integrated platform is underpinned by its expansive portfolio of grid-connected land and data centers in renewable-rich regions across North America, Europe and APAC.
Reporting to our SVP Data Center Delivery, IREN is currently looking for a Vice President of Construction – USA to join our Data Center Delivery team supporting our West Texas and Oklahoma campuses.
With 100% renewable energy, we build, own and operate our own data centers and take pride in being at the forefront of sustainable solutions for the ever-evolving applications of high-performance computer. We believe that human progress is invaluable, but should be done in the right way - responsibly, sustainably and having a positive impact on the communities we operate in. 

Job requirements

• Post secondary education in a relevant field such as Construction Management, Civil Engineering, ElectricalEngineeringor a related discipline; aMaster’sdegree, MBA or PMP certification is preferred
• 15+ years of progressive construction leadership experience, includingsignificant timedelivering mission-critical facilities, hyperscale datacenters, or large-scale industrial, energy or advanced manufacturing programs
• Demonstrated accountability for a construction portfolio of $500M+ in annual capital spend, or for multiple concurrent campuses at gigawatt scale
• Proven success leading a team of directors and senior managers across multiple geographies, includinghiringand scaling a construction organization quickly
• Deep owner-side or general contractor experience across the full delivery lifecycle: pre-construction, procurement, civil and vertical build, MEP installation, commissioning (L1–L5), integrated systems testing and handover
• Outstanding health and safety leadership record, with the ability to set culture across a large contractor workforce
• Strong commercial and contractual acumen, including experience with GMP, lump sum and cost-plus delivery models, and the confidence to arbitrate high-value change orders
• Working knowledge of datacenterelectrical and mechanical systems, and of how utility interconnection and energization drive capacity availability dates
• Experience partnering with project controls, scheduling and cost management functions and holding them to a high standard
• Highly proficient in MS Office specifically; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, SharePoint, and Outlook
• Strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with executive leadership, service providers and potentially members of the community
• Thorough research and problem-solving skills, with sound judgement undersignificant timeand capital pressure
• Superior time management and multitasking skills witha strong senseof urgency
• Passionate and confident individual withdemonstratedorganization,prioritizationand critical thinking skills
• Willingness to be based within commutable distance of our West Texas operations and to travel regularly between the Texas and Oklahoma sites

Job responsibilities

• Portfolio Construction Leadership:Own and oversee all construction functions across the US portfolio, ensuring successful execution of every phase from pre-construction and site enablement through vertical construction, commissioning,energizationand closeout.
• Safety First:Set and enforce an uncompromising health, safety and environmental culture across all sites and contractors,owning leading and lagging indicatorsand driving toward zero harm on every campus.
• Team Leadership & Organizational Build-Out:Lead, mentor and scale a team of construction directors, senior projectmanagersand site leaders, building the bench strength required to deliver a rapidly growing multi-gigawatt pipeline.
• Capital Expenditure Ownership:Hold teams accountable for campus capex budgets, ensure compliance with financial controls and approval policies, and partner with Cost Management and Finance on forecasting, contingency and capital efficiency.
• Contractor & Trade Partner Strategy:Direct the selection, contracting, mobilization and performance management of general contractors,EPCsand major trade partners, and build the long-term contractor relationships that secure capacity in a constrained market.
• Schedule Performance:Partner with DataCenterScheduling to drive the integrated master schedule, protect critical path and energization dates, and lead recovery when milestones are at risk.
• Quality & Constructability:Own construction quality standards and inspection regimes, and drive constructability and value engineering input into design with the Design & Engineering team.
• Commissioning & Handover:Ensure seamless integration between construction,commissioningand Operations, delivering facilities that transition to service without punch-list drag or reliability compromise.
• Power & Interconnection Coordination:Work closely with the Energy and Interconnection teams to sequence utility works, substationdeliveryand energization against the construction programme.
• Standards & Continuous Improvement:Institutionalize construction standards, playbooks and lessons learned across campuses to drive repeatability,speedand cost reduction as the portfolio scales.
• Executive & Board Reporting:Report construction status,riskand capital performance to the SVP – DataCenterDelivery, executiveleadershipand the Board, with clear escalation and decision recommendations.
• Community & Stakeholder Engagement:Represent IREN with local authorities,permittingbodies and the communities hosting our campuses, supporting local workforcedevelopmentandmaintainingour social licence tooperate.

Job benefits

At IREN, we offer a highly competitive compensation package that includes base salary, annual performance incentives, and opportunities to build long-term wealth through equity programs. These offerings are part of our broader total rewards package, thoughtfully designed to support your health, well-being, and long-term success.  
Compensation 

• Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and market data for the region.
• Total Compensation package may be inclusive of short-term and long-term incentives.
• Relocation (as applicable and based on successful candidate circumstances)

Health & Wellness 

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage – 100% company paid for employees, 75% company paid coverage for dependents
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Voluntary life, critical illness, and accident coverage available
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) – when combined with the High-Deductible Health Plan
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

Financial Well-Being 

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Financial wellness tools and resources

Time Off & Flexibility 

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays

Growth & Development 

• Opportunities for advancement and internal mobility
• Training and personal development opportunities

Lifestyle & Culture 

• Company events and team-building activities

We value diverse perspectives and believe that skills can be developed. If you’re passionate about this role, we want to hear from you — whether you meet every criteria or not. Your unique experiences might be exactly what we need!  
IE US Operations Inc., the employing entity and proud member of the IREN group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We are committed to evaluating qualified applicants and do not discriminate against protected characteristics under applicable legislation. 
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