VP of Construction

Who We Are:
Galaxy is a global leader in digital assets and data center infrastructure, delivering solutions that accelerate progress in finance and artificial intelligence. We believe that blockchain and digital asset innovation will transform how value moves through the world – and we’re building the products and services to make that future a reality.
 
Our institutional digital assets platform spans trading, investment banking, asset management, staking, self-custody, and tokenization technology. We also invest in and operate cutting-edge data center infrastructure to power AI and high-performance computing, addressing the growing demand for scalable energy and compute in the U.S.
 
We work at the intersection of finance and technology, helping institutions, startups, and developers navigate a digitally native economy. Led by CEO and Founder Michael Novogratz, our team blends deep crypto expertise with institutional experience and a shared commitment to shaping the future of Web3 and AI.
 
Galaxy is headquartered in New York City, with offices across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
 
To learn more about our businesses and products, visit www.galaxy.com.

What We Value:

We are a diverse team of free thinkers, and fast movers united to help investors and creators energize the global economy. We are looking for individuals who thrive in a culture of builders and overachievers and embrace high performance, transparent feedback, and a mission-first approach. Our culture shapes our way of working and gets us where we want to be.

• Seek Excellence.
• Be Selective To Be Effective.
• Be Highly Aligned, Loosely Coupled.
• Disagree Transparently.
• Encourage Independent Decision-Making.
• Build Dream Teams.

Who You Are:

As the Vice President of Construction, you will serve as a senior leader on the owner’s side, driving the full lifecycle of mission-critical construction projects across domestic and international markets. You will be responsible for leading internal construction teams, overseeing third-party contractors and consultants, and delivering high-performance, hyperscale-ready data center campuses. This role requires a systems-oriented builder with a high degree of technical fluency, executive presence, and operational urgency.

What You'll Do:

• Leadership & Team Development
  • Build and lead a high-performance construction organization including project directors, project managers, owner and contract engineers, and commissioning managers.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, communication, and technical excellence.
  • Drive performance management, mentorship, and professional development.
  • Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders across development, design, operations, and client delivery teams.
• Construction Execution
  • Oversee all construction phases from preconstruction and permitting to commissioning and turnover.
  • Directly manage general contractors, EPCs, and design partners to ensure delivery on cost, schedule, and scope.
  • Lead multiple concurrent hyperscale developments with a focus on speed, consistency, and quality.
  • Conduct regular site visits, lead executive reviews, and proactively resolve roadblocks.
• Financial & Risk Management
  • Own full project P&L, including capital budget, cash flow forecasting, and ROI analysis.
  • Mitigate risk through disciplined change order management, real-time reporting, and rigorous controls.
  • Track and report against key performance indicators, milestone schedules, and quality/safety standards.
• Design & Technical Coordination
  • Collaborate with internal design and engineering teams to create repeatable, scalable campus prototypes.
  • Ensure alignment of MEP systems, redundancy tiers, commissioning protocols, and sustainability features with client and internal standards.
  • Lead constructability reviews and value engineering efforts to improve cost, schedule, and technical outcomes.
• Client & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Act as the executive lead for project delivery to both internal stakeholders and external clients.
  • Maintain strong relationships with hyperscale customers and enterprise clients during design-build phases.
  • Ensure seamless handoff to operations with fully commissioned and service-ready data halls.

What We're Looking For:

• 7+ years of managing large-scale, mission-critical data center construction projects.
• Proven expertise in data center construction, including ground-up development, MEP systems, and commissioning.
• Demonstrated success in building and scaling high-performance internal construction teams and systems.
• Strong command of construction finance, risk management, and scheduling methodologies.
• Executive-level communication skills and ability to influence across internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience delivering in major U.S. data center markets (e.g., Dallas, Ashburn, Phoenix, Atlanta).
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred. Relevant experience considered in lieu of credentials.
• PMP, CCM, or similar certifications a plus.

Bonus Points:

• 5+ years of hyperscaler or colo owner-side experience managing large/scale, mission critical data center construction projects.

What We Offer:

• Competitive base salary and discretionary bonus
• Paid Time Off
• Company-paid health and protective benefits for employees, partners, and other dependents
• Company Paid Holidays (11)
• 3% 401(k) company contribution
• Generous paid Parental Leave
• Free virtual coaching and counseling sessions through Headspace
• Opportunities to learn about the Crypto industry
• Free daily snacks and weekly meal in-office
• Smart, entrepreneurial, and fun colleagues

Galaxy respects diversity and seeks to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants for employment without regard to actual or perceived age, race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital or partnership or caregiver status, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military or veteran status, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete the application process or to participate in an interview, please contact careers@galaxy.com.