Construction, VP

The posting, as Nscale wrote it

About Nscale

At Nscale, we are building the infrastructure for the AI revolution. Nscale is developing cutting-edge, sovereign generative AI solutions powered by a new generation of high-performance, sustainable data centers and GPUs built specifically for AI workloads.

The rapid growth of artificial intelligence is driving unprecedented global demand for compute and GPU infrastructure. Positioned at the heart of this transformation, Nscale is delivering the platforms that will enable the next decade of innovation.

Working closely with the world's most advanced AI technology providers — including Microsoft and NVIDIA — Nscale integrates next-generation compute hardware and Next GPU clusters across both partner and self-delivered facilities. This is a unique opportunity to join Nscale's journey, play a pivotal role in delivering transformative AI infrastructure, and help shape a company designed to scale rapidly across North America, Europe, and beyond.

Reports To: SVP, Power Delivery
Location: Monarch Project Site
Project Scope: Multi-Billion Dollar Power Generation & Data Center Infrastructure Program

Position Summary

The Vice President of Construction will lead all field execution and construction management activities for a multi-billion dollar power generation and data center infrastructure program. This individual owns the construction strategy, budget, schedule, safety performance, and quality outcomes across one or more concurrent mega-project sites. The VP serves as the senior construction authority interfacing with ownership, EPC contractors, utility partners, regulatory agencies, and the data center end-user's technical teams, ensuring the program is delivered safely, on time, and within budget at a scale and pace consistent with critical compute infrastructure demands.

This is an on-site executive leadership role requiring deep technical credibility in heavy industrial/power construction, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to manage extreme schedule pressure inherent to AI/data-center-driven power projects.

Key Responsibilities

Executive Leadership & Strategy

• Own the overall construction execution strategy for the program, aligning with corporate development, finance, and ownership objectives.
• Serve as the senior-most construction representative in executive steering committees, board updates, and investor/lender site reviews.
• Build, lead, and scale a construction organization (construction managers, superintendents, field engineers, safety, QA/QC) capable of executing a multi-billion dollar, multi-site program.
• Set the standard for construction culture: safety-first, schedule discipline, and quality accountability.

Program & Schedule Management

• Own the master construction schedule across all work packages (civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, controls, BOP, substation/interconnection, and data center shell/core where applicable).
• Identify and proactively mitigate critical-path risks, espec

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e Can Offer You

At Nscale, you'll find a collaborative, supportive, and innovative environment where your contributions spark real impact. We're building something extraordinary, and our people are driving it.

• Highly competitive US compensation package (base + bonus + equity), with performance reviews every 12 months
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Generous PTO plus US federal holidays
• A career-defining opportunity to be an early member of one of the fastest growing AI infrastructure companies in the world
• A human-first approach: We treat you as humans first. Our flexible workplace trusts Nscalers to deliver, giving you the autonomy needed to get the job done.

Equal Opportunities Statement

At Nscale, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace. We believe that a variety of perspectives enriches our work environment, and we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We strongly encourage applications from people of colour, the LGBTQ+ community, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, parents, carers, and people from lower socio-economic backgrounds. If there's anything we can do to accommodate your specific situation, please let us know.

The range below reflects the base salary for the position. Actual compensation may vary based on job-related factors such as skill set, experience, education, and location. In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for bonus, equity, and/or commission programs. Nscale may offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, flexible paid time off, parental leave, and retirement plan participation.

Salary Range
$230,000 — $410,000 USD

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