Project Director - Data Center Development (Quebec)

The Future Runs on Bitfarms 

As demand for AI and high-performance computing (HPC) accelerates, Bitfarms is building the infrastructure to meet the moment. Our U.S. expansion and global operations are laying the foundation for scalable, energy-optimized compute designed to support next generation workloads and long-term growth. 

Who We Are 
Bitfarms (NASDAQ/TSX: BITF) is a global energy and compute infrastructure company that develops, owns, and operates high-performance data centers.  

With data centers across North and South America, we manage every stage of development from securing energy, producing power, and designing facilities to running world-class operations. This vertically integrated approach allows us to innovate faster, operate more efficiently, and deliver infrastructure that can scale with the future of compute. 

Why Join Us 
At Bitfarms, voted a Great Place to Work, you will be part of a team shaping the next generation of digital infrastructure. We are at the intersection of energy and technology, two industries undergoing massive transformation. Here, your work will have real impact, powering advanced workloads that are driving AI, machine learning, and the digital economy forward. 

We value people who are curious, collaborative, and committed to building solutions that last. With offices in New York City, Pittsburgh, Montreal, and Buenos Aires, and operations across the Americas, Bitfarms offers the chance to grow your career while helping power AI and shape the future of high-performance computing. 

What You Can Expect at Bitfarms 

• A fast-moving environment where innovation and execution go hand in hand 

• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects in HPC, AI, and energy infrastructure 

• A collaborative, cross-border team that thrives on solving complex challenges 

• A commitment to efficiency, operational excellence, and long-term value creation 

 

Bitfarms is more than a workplace. It is where people come together to power the future.  

Interested? This is a great opportunity to work for a young and dynamic company!

 

We are currently looking for a Project Director - Data Center Development (Quebec) to join our team

Bitfarms is building one of Canada’s largest purpose-built AI and high-performance computing campuses — a 96 MW facility in Sherbrooke, Quebec that will anchor the next generation of digital infrastructure in the province. This is a rare opportunity to lead a marquee construction project from the ground up, shaping a facility that will serve the rapidly growing demand for compute capacity for years to come. If you thrive on delivering complex builds, managing high-performing teams, and seeing steel go up on projects that matter, we want to talk to you. 

The Project Director, Data Center Development is the accountable day-to-day leader responsible for the end-to-end delivery of Bitfarms’ 96 MW high-performance computing (HPC) data center campus in Quebec. Reporting to the SVP, Construction, this role owns project execution from pre-construction through commissioning — driving schedule, budget, quality, and safety outcomes through a combination of direct oversight and close collaboration with an existing owner’s representative team, as well as the management of external consultants, contractors, and vendors. 

This is a hands-on leadership position suited to an experienced construction professional with a track record of delivering large-scale, complex infrastructure projects on time and on budget. The ideal candidate combines strong cost management discipline with the judgment to both produce and critically review project deliverables — budgets, schedules, risk registers, and contractor work products — whether generated internally or by an owner’s rep partner. The role requires someone equally comfortable building a schedule from scratch and pressure-testing one built by others. 

This role requires full bilingual fluency in English and French and is expected to be in-office or on-site a minimum of four (4) days per week. 

 

Key Responsibilities 

Project Delivery & Execution 

• Serve as the single point of accountability for the delivery of a 96 MW data center campus, from design development through construction, commissioning, and turnover. 

• Work closely with the existing owner’s representative team to align on project governance, reporting, and decision-making protocols; provide direction and oversight of owner’s rep deliverables 

• Manage and coordinate the work of Architects & Engineers (A&E) firms, General Contractors (GC), commissioning agents, and other third-party consultants and vendors 

• Establish, maintain, and critically review the master project schedule — whether self-developed or produced by the owner’s rep or GC — identifying critical path items, managing float, and driving milestone adherence 

• Lead regular project coordination meetings, site inspections, milestone reviews, and quality assessments 

• Establish clear governance protocols, reporting cadence, and escalation procedures across all external partners including the owner’s rep team 

• Ensure comprehensive documentation, as-builts, and knowledge capture throughout the project lifecycle 

Safety & Quality 

• Establish and enforce project safety standards across all contractor and vendor teams on site, including the owner’s rep team’s adherence to site safety protocols and AHJ regulatory standards 

• Ensure all work meets or exceeds applicable building codes, corporate standards, and industry best practices for critical infrastructure 

• Drive a culture of safety and quality across the project site from day one 

• In collaboration with corporate safety director and vendor safety managers, review and validate safety plans, quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) programs, and inspection protocols submitted by contractors and the owner’s rep team 

Cost & Budget Management 

• Own the project budget end-to-end, maintaining rigorous cost tracking, forecasting, and variance analysis 

• Review, validate, and challenge budget submissions, cost reports, and financial deliverables produced by the owner’s rep team, GC, and other project partners — ensuring accuracy, completeness, and alignment with project objectives 

• Review and validate contractor pay applications, change orders, and claims 

• Identify cost risks early and implement mitigation strategies to protect project economics 

• Prepare regular financial reports and budget-to-actual reporting for executive project sponsors and senior leadership  

• Drive value engineering and cost optimization opportunities without compromising quality, schedule, or safety 

Procurement & Vendor Management 

• Support procurement strategy and oversee vendor selection for major scopes of work including: 

• Power distribution and electrical infrastructure 

• Cooling systems and mechanical infrastructure 

• Structural, civil, and site development work 

• Commissioning services and testing protocols 

• Manage commercial relationships with key contractors and suppliers, ensuring adherence to contract terms, schedules, and quality standards 

• Ensure compliance with corporate procurement policies and approval authorities 

• Negotiate and manage change orders, claims, and dispute resolution 

Permitting & Regulatory Coordination 

• Coordinate with internal teams and external consultants to ensure all permitting and regulatory requirements are met on schedule 

• Maintain working relationships with municipal authorities, utility partners, and regulatory agencies relevant to the Sherbrooke project 

• Oversee preparation and submission of required applications, environmental compliance documentation, and inspection processes 

• Drive timely resolution of regulatory and permitting issues that could impact the project schedule 

Stakeholder Coordination 

• Serve as the primary project-level interface between the Quebec development and internal cross-functional teams (engineering, finance, legal, operations) 

• Provide regular, clear project status reporting to the SVP, Construction and senior leadership 

• Coordinate with internal power team and utility partners on interconnection, power delivery, and related infrastructure requirements 

• Support community and municipal engagement as needed in partnership with corporate affairs 

 

Requirements 

Experience & Background 

• Minimum 10 years of experience in large-scale construction project management, infrastructure development, or related fields 

• Minimum 5 years in a Project Director, Senior Project Manager, or equivalent role with direct accountability for project delivery 

• Demonstrated success delivering complex construction projects valued at $100M+ involving multiple contractors and stakeholders 

• Strong cost management experience including budget development, cost tracking, change order management, and financial reporting — with demonstrated ability to both produce and critically review these deliverables as an owner’s representative or on behalf of the owner 

• Experience with data center, mission-critical facility, or heavy industrial/power infrastructure construction strongly preferred 

• Proven track record managing A&E firms, General Contractors, owner’s rep teams, and commissioning agents 

• Experience with utility interconnection processes and municipal permitting in Quebec is an asset 

• Experience working alongside or overseeing owner’s representative firms on major capital projects is a strong asset 

Technical Knowledge 

• Working knowledge of data center design and construction, power distribution systems, and critical infrastructure requirements 

• Familiarity with construction contract structures (GMP, lump sum, design-build, CM at-risk) 

• Understanding of environmental permitting, zoning, and municipal development processes, particularly in Quebec 

• Proficiency with project management and cost control tools (e.g., Procore, Primavera P6, MS Project, or equivalent) 

Leadership & Competencies 

• Full bilingual fluency in English and French (spoken and written) — required 

• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage complex, multi-workstream projects simultaneously 

• Strong commercial and contract management acumen 

• Clear, direct communication style with the ability to translate technical and construction detail for non-technical stakeholders 

• Results-driven with a strong sense of urgency and accountability 

• Collaborative working style with the ability to coordinate across internal teams and external partners 

• Sound judgment and decision-making ability in fast-moving, ambiguous situations 

Educational Requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field 

• Professional certifications such as PMP, P.Eng., Gold Seal, or equivalent are considered assets  

• MBA or equivalent advanced credential is a plus but not required 

 

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