Full-Time
Senior Construction Manager
Digital Realty
5,001-10,000 employees
Global data center REIT with interconnection
No salary listed
Dallas, TX, USA
Hybrid
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- Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) or equivalent education.
- 7–10 years of project management experience with technically complex projects (or strong motivation to grow with less experience).
- Strong project management, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated success delivering projects and working effectively in a team environment.
- Ability to work independently with minimal oversight; highly self-motivated.
- Working knowledge of construction terminology, design principles, and contract structures.
- Financial acumen to interpret and develop budgets, estimates, and cost analyses.
- Comprehensive understanding of electrical, mechanical, security/monitoring, and fire/life‑safety systems.
- Familiarity with building code requirements and standard design/construction practices.
- Ability to interpret design drawings, construction specifications, contracts, schedules, and budget summaries; proficiency with MS Office and AutoCAD (preferred).
- Partner closely with internal stakeholders including design managers, procurement, sales, and building operations.
- Serve as the primary customer contact for Build-to-Suit projects to ensure day-to-day responsibilities are met by design teams, contractors, and vendors.
- Ensure execution of standard projects in accordance with DLR internal design engineering standards.
- Manage multiple concurrent construction projects with competing priorities.
- Conduct project site visits for meetings, audits, and issue resolution.
- Support preparation and evaluation of RFPs for contractors, consultants, and equipment vendors.
- Negotiate and develop contracts with contractors, consultants, and vendors.
- Create and maintain project schedules and communicate updates to all stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with DLR Project Delivery / Management Standards across all participants.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with contractor, consultant, and vendor partners.
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred)
- 7–10 years of progressive management experience in design and construction, ideally with data centers or similar environments
- Experience managing multi-country projects and delivering large developments
- Proven expertise in construction project management, including digital tools, risk management, automation, and operational optimization
- Familiarity with schedule governance, collaborative planning, and workflow optimization
- Experience in continuous process improvement and managing KPIs/metrics
- Strong understanding of change/gating processes in owner-operator development organizations
- The role is responsible for overseeing risk management, process optimization, and schedule governance across all construction operations. This includes implementing digital solutions to streamline workflows, enhance reporting accuracy, and support collaborative planning efforts. The manager works closely with stakeholders to ensure consistent practices and effective communication, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. They are expected to lead process improvement initiatives, monitor key performance indicators, and adapt strategies to meet evolving project demands. The role also involves championing new technologies, managing multiple initiatives simultaneously, and ensuring that all projects adhere to organizational standards and timelines.
Digital Realty Trust owns and operates a global portfolio of data centers that it leases to cloud providers, enterprises, and service firms. It makes money mainly from long-term leases of space, ranging from wholesale and hyperscale capacity to retail colocation, plus growing interconnection services that link customers to clouds and networks inside its facilities. The company differentiates itself with a large global footprint, a history of strategic acquisitions, and a strong focus on sustainability and renewable energy to fund its projects. Its goal is to provide a scalable, interconnected digital infrastructure platform that supports customers’ multi‑cloud needs and data workloads while expanding its own portfolio and services.
Company Size
5,001-10,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Austin, Texas
Founded
2004
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Enterprise AI demand drives 600MW Kansas campus (Project Jayhawk) with 2GW full power capacity by 2028.
- Blackstone deal adds 288MW leased Northern Virginia capacity at 6.5%+ cap rate, valued at $7.8B.
- Teraco ownership rose to 77% after $650M stake purchase, strengthening Africa's leading data platform with 191MW total capacity.
What critics are saying
- $2.3B stock issuance in Blackstone deal dilutes shareholders and increases leverage within 3–6 months.
- Power delivery constraints and construction delays threaten $1.4B annualized lease backlog conversion through 2027.
- Equinix aggressively expands AI-native interconnection, directly threatening ServiceFabric MCP margins in 6–12 months.
What makes Digital Realty unique
- PlatformDIGITAL® spans 300+ facilities across 55 metros in 30 countries, offering unmatched global scale.
- ServiceFabric MCP delivers AI-native programmable control over 800 data centers using open Model Context Protocol standards.
- Interconnection services generate high-margin revenue by enabling direct private connections between customers and cloud providers within facilities.
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↑ 10%A high-performance, people-centric headquarters for Digital Realty. Jul 8, 2026 Powering a next-generation Asia Pacific hub for a leading data centre operator Top highlights. * Reduced operational carbon through base-building efficiencies and daylight optimization * Lower embodied carbon via sustainable materials and modular construction strategies * Enhanced employee wellbeing through improved indoor air quality and biophilic design * Flexible, future-ready workspace supporting collaboration, training, and client engagement Digital Realty partnered with Colliers to support its next phase of expansion with a new Asia Pacific headquarters in Singapore. Building on an existing relationship across multiple regions, the engagement began with occupier services support for a 12,000 sq. ft. office relocation and expanded into a full Design & Build delivery. The ambition was clear: create a workplace that not only functions efficiently, but also attracts talent, strengthens culture, and reflects Digital Realty's innovation-led identity. Embedding sustainability from the ground up. Sustainability was integrated at every stage, starting with the selection of a BCA Green Mark Platinum-certified building, the highest sustainability certification in Singapore. By leveraging high-performance base-building systems including energy-efficient HVAC and façade design, the workspace benefits from lower operational carbon from day one. Inside the space, Colliers International carefully developed planning strategies to maximize natural daylight penetration. By improving sightlines and reducing reliance on artificial lighting, energy demand during daytime operations was significantly lowered. Sustainability was also embedded into project delivery. Colliers ensured regulatory alignment while integrating environmental considerations into procurement and construction decisions, which helped translate high-level ambitions into practical, measurable outcomes. Smarter material choices. Colliers International implemented a management-consulting style procurement strategy, selecting best-in-class partners and prioritizing sustainable furniture and finishes that balanced environmental performance with durability and long-term usability. Standardization was a key strategy. Joinery elements and detailing were designed to be repeatable and modular allowing for efficient fabrication, easier maintenance, and future reconfiguration. This reduces both upfront construction waste and long-term material consumption. Biophilic features were introduced with intent. Beyond aesthetics, elements such as planter edges and natural textures were used to protect high-traffic areas, extending the lifecycle of finishes and reducing the need for frequent replacements. Designed for people to perform. The workplace was designed to actively support employee health, comfort, and productivity. Advanced air filtration systems help maintain high indoor air quality, contributing to better cognitive function and overall wellbeing. At the core of the design is a people-centric philosophy that encompasses connection and inclusivity. A variety of work settings provide employees with choice and control. For example, quiet booths with bespoke lighting support focused work, while open and collaborative zones encourage teamwork and interaction. Guided by a "shapes and shades" concept, the clear layout transitions between these environments reduce cognitive load and create a more intuitive workplace experience. Flexible collaboration areas, equipped with interactive tools and movable furniture, accommodate everything from informal discussions to large team sessions. Training rooms with collapsible walls can expand into front-of-house spaces, enabling smooth transitions between internal functions and client-facing events. Digital Realty entrusted Colliers with its office expansion project, based on the positive experience and successful outcomes delivered during the initial renovation works. The strong working cadence and collaboration between the Colliers team and ours gave Colliers International confidence that they were the right partner for this next phase. A special mention goes to Sunshine Ang, who consistently listened patiently to its requirements and translated them into practical solutions and thoughtful design concepts. Her ability to understand its needs and turn them into action helped streamline the process significantly, saving Colliers International considerable time and effort while ensuring the final outcome aligned with its vision. Colliers International appreciate the professionalism, responsiveness, and partnership demonstrated throughout the project and look forward to continuing its collaboration." Quote Author Quote Author Title
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Colt becomes the first telecoms operator to connect to Digital Realty's strategic BCN1 data centre in Barcelona. Colt secures early access at Digital Realty's new Mediterranean hub, empowering enterprises, service providers, and global content networks with high-bandwidth optical and IP connectivity before official site launch Contributors. Colt Technology Services Solutions. London, 4th June 2026 - Colt Technology Services (Colt), the global digital infrastructure company, today announced it has established a new Point of Presence (PoP) at Digital Realty's highly anticipated BCN1 data centre in Barcelona. Colt is the first telecoms operator to connect to the site, delivering immediate, pre-launch connectivity to this critical digital hub. The early activation strengthens Colt's ability to support Global Content Networks (GCN), enterprises, and Strategic Alliances (SA) customers with high-performance connectivity across Spain and beyond. Located in one of Europe's fastest-growing digital hubs, the new PoP expands Colt's trans-European and global network footprint, enabling secure, high-bandwidth services to a broad range of organisations as they scale their digital operations. The new PoP at BCN1 provides customers with immediate access to Colt's network, delivering a robust suite of Optical and IP services with bandwidths scaling up to 400G. This early connectivity is crucial for businesses requiring high-capacity data transmission, low latency, and secure cloud access. The location itself is strategically vital. BCN1 serves as a convergence point for major subsea cable systems, offering a direct, high-speed bridge between the Mediterranean and the FLAP (Frankfurt, London, Amsterdam, Paris) markets. By integrating BCN1 into its trans-European and global backbone, Colt enables customers to bypass legacy congestion points, ensuring seamless, redundant connectivity across the Iberian Peninsula and beyond. Joan Monraba, Country Manager of Colt Technology Services Spain, said: "Barcelona is rapidly evolving into one of Europe's most critical digital hubs, and our early connection to Digital Realty's BCN1 facility underscores our commitment to staying ahead of the demand curve. Being the first telecoms operator to light up at BCN1 is a strong reflection of our commitment to Spain's digital future. By delivering our full 400G-capable portfolio from day one, we're giving customers in Barcelona immediate access to world-class connectivity that fuels growth, innovation and international reach in a location that links the subsea cables of the Mediterranean with the digital heart of Europe. We are not just connecting a building. We are accelerating the digital ecosystem of the entire region." Fabrice Coquio, Senior Vice President, Managing Director, Europe Med, Digital Realty, added: "We are thrilled to welcome Colt as the first telecoms operator at BCN1. Their presence pre-launch is a strong vote of confidence in the strategic importance of this facility and the Barcelona market. BCN1 is designed to be a cornerstone of connectivity for the Mediterranean, and having a partner like Colt, with their extensive trans-European footprint and 400G capabilities, ensures that our mutual customers, from hyperscalers to local enterprises, have the world-class infrastructure they need to innovate and grow from the moment they cross our threshold."
Digital Realty achieves first-ever PLATINUM certification. Digital Realty's ZUR2 datacenter in Zurich has been awarded the first-ever PLATINUM Plus certification by the Swiss Datacenter Efficiency Association (SDEA). SDEA is dedicated to enhancing the environmental impact of datacenters by recognizing organizations that demonstrate exceptional sustainability and ecological standards. This milestone marks not only a first for Digital Realty, but also the first "PLATINUM Plus" certification issued by the SDEA, underscoring the company's continued leadership in environmental performance and innovation across its global platform. With outstanding operational performance metrics - including a PUE[+] of 1.10, CUE[+] of 0.02, and WUE[+] of 0.00 - ZUR2 sets a new benchmark for sustainable datacenter operations by qualifying for the highest distinction under SDEA's independent, measurement-based certification framework. "ZUR2 exemplifies how operational excellence and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand." Yves Zischek, Managing Director of Digital Realty in Switzerland "Achieving the first-ever PLATINUM Plus certification is a significant milestone for Digital Realty and a testament to our commitment to sustainability-driven innovation," said Yves Zischek, Managing Director of Digital Realty in Switzerland. "ZUR2 exemplifies how operational excellence and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand, delivering measurable impact for our customers and communities." The SDEA certification is based on independently verified performance data and evaluates datacenters across key sustainability indicators, including energy efficiency (PUE[+]), carbon efficiency (CUE[+]), and water usage efficiency (WUE[+]). Unlike design-based certifications, SDEA focuses on real operational performance, providing a transparent and credible benchmark for the industry. "This level represents the highest standard of datacenter efficiency currently achievable." Babak Falsafi, SDEA President "PLATINUM Plus is a first - not just for Digital Realty, but for SDEA," said SDEA President Babak Falsafi. "This level of performance represents the highest standard of datacenter efficiency currently achievable and demonstrates what is possible through rigorous measurement and continuous optimization."
Garry Tan (YC CEO) shared: $425B spent building US data centers in 2025 = ~1.5% of GDP. Loudoun County, Virginia is the epicenter of the data center boom, home to major facilities from Equinix, Digital Realty, AWS, and others.