Vice President of Mission Critical Construction

SUMMARY

Ajax Building Company, a member of STO Building Group, is seeking a Vice President of Mission Critical Construction to lead and expand our Mission Critical sector across the Southeast (Georgia/Carolinas preferred).

This executive leader will be responsible for driving growth, developing strategic client relationships, and overseeing the successful delivery of complex mission critical projects-primarily within the data center market. The VP will partner closely with Business Development and Operations leadership to secure new work, build high-performing teams, and ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, at the highest quality, and with strong financial performance.

This role is instrumental in shaping the long-term strategy of the Mission Critical business while mentoring and developing the next generation of leaders within the organization.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Lead the strategic growth and operational execution of the Mission Critical sector, with a strong emphasis on data center construction
• Develop and execute business plans, including revenue targets, client development strategies, and market expansion initiatives
• Partner with Business Development to identify, pursue, and secure new opportunities; actively participate in pursuits, presentations, and client engagement
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, developers, and industry partners to drive repeat business
• Provide executive oversight of multiple large-scale projects, ensuring alignment with schedule, budget, quality, and safety objectives
• Establish and monitor financial performance across the division, including project budgets, forecasts, and profitability metrics
• Lead, mentor, and develop project executives, project managers, and field leadership; foster a high-performance, accountability-driven culture
• Collaborate with Regional Leadership to align sector goals with broader company strategy and operational priorities
• Ensure effective coordination between operations, preconstruction, and commissioning teams
• Oversee commissioning strategies and execution, ensuring seamless turnover and operational readiness for mission critical facilities
• Monitor project risk and proactively address issues that may impact schedule, cost, or client satisfaction
• Contribute to company-wide initiatives, policies, and continuous improvement efforts
• Represent Ajax in industry forums, client meetings, and leadership discussions to enhance market presence and brand reputation

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
• 20+ years of construction experience, with significant leadership experience overseeing multiple large-scale projects or programs
• 10+ years of direct Mission Critical / data center experience, including commissioning, start-up, and operations
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex, high-value mission critical projects
• Strong business acumen with experience managing P&L, budgets, and financial performance
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams across multiple locations
• Deep understanding of MEP systems, commissioning processes, and critical systems infrastructure
• Experience with commissioning platforms (e.g., CxAlloy, Nexus) is a plus
• Strong communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to operate at both strategic and tactical levels in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment

ABOUT AJAX

Founded in 1958, Ajax Building Company is a leading commercial contractor delivering complex, high-impact projects across the Southeast. Our work spans healthcare, K-12, higher education, justice, municipal, mission critical, and other institutional markets-giving our teams the opportunity to build projects that truly impact the communities they serve.

At Ajax, you'll find a collaborative, team-oriented culture where your contributions are valued, backed by the strength and stability of STO Building Group's $15B global platform. As we continue to grow, our employees take on meaningful responsibility, gain exposure to diverse and challenging work, and have clear paths for career advancement.

BENEFITS

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Life & AD&D Insurance, Long-term Disability Insurance, Short-term Disability insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Home & Auto Insurance, Family Support, Pre-tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation, Paid time off, Time Away Benefits, Paid Holidays, Group Legal, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program

EEO STATEMENT:

The STO Building Group family of companies-Structure Tone, Structure Tone Southwest, Pavarini Construction Co., Pavarini McGovern, LF Driscoll, Govan Brown, Ajax Building Company, BCCI Construction, Layton Construction, Abbott Construction, and RC Andersen-includes over 4,000 employees located in offices throughout the US, Canada, UK, and Ireland. We provide a complete range of construction services, from site selection analysis, design constructability review and aesthetic enhancements to interior fit-outs, new building construction, and building infrastructure upgrades and modernization. Learn more about how we partner with our clients to imagine, execute, and realize their vision atstobuildinggroup.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer.We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.