We are seeking a visionary Director, Prefabrication & Modularization to spearhead the discovery, rigorous evaluation, and strategic incorporation of Prefabrication, Preassembly, Modularization, and Offsite Fabrication (PPMOF) solutions across our data center design and construction portfolio. In an era where speed-to-market and capital efficiency are paramount, you will lead the charge in maximizing offsite trade labor to dramatically reduce onsite construction demands, control and slash capex, accelerate project timelines, and enhance overall project quality and sustainability.
Reporting directly to the SVP of Capex Strategy & Optimization, you will serve as the company's PPMOF authority—scouting innovative solutions, quantifying their impact, and embedding them into our development pipeline. Your work will directly fuel our aggressive growth trajectory by turning complex technical opportunities into measurable financial and operational advantages.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintain a dynamic, forward-looking pulse on the evolving PPMOF marketplace: Identify, evaluate, and build relationships with leading vendors, contractors, and suppliers offering advanced prefabrication, modular, and offsite solutions tailored to data center applications (e.g., power systems, cooling modules, structural assemblies, and integrated infrastructure).
Champion PPMOF integration by deeply analyzing how these approaches can reduce construction capex—through labor optimization, material efficiency, schedule compression, and risk mitigation—and develop robust quantitative models to demonstrate ROI, cost savings, and total project value.
Leverage your expert knowledge of data center design, preconstruction, and construction processes to assess PPMOF feasibility, constructability implications, and impacts on schedule, quality, safety, and sustainability.
Collaborate cross-functionally with design, engineering, procurement, construction, and operations teams to embed PPMOF best practices into project standards, specifications, and execution plans.
Drive pilot implementations, lessons-learned analyses, and continuous improvement initiatives to scale successful PPMOF strategies across our growing portfolio.
Stay ahead of industry trends, regulatory shifts, and technological advancements in offsite construction to position our company as an innovator in sustainable, high-performance data center development.
COMPETENCIES
Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.
Design - Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.
Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.
Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.
Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; Analyzes market and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities; Adapts strategy to changing conditions.
Visionary Leadership - Displays passion and optimism; Inspires respect and trust; Mobilizes others to fulfill the vision; Provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Frequently required to stand
Frequently required to walk
Frequently required to sit
Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
Continually required to talk or hear
While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
COMPENSATION
$200,000 - $230,000 + Bonus
BENEFITS & PERKS
Aligned Data Centers is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our team members. Eligible employees have access to:
Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts: HSA with employer contribution for eligible participants. FSAs offered for health and dependent care to increase tax savings.
Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with company match
Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
Company-Sponsored Insurance: Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability (with medical election)
Optional Benefits: Voluntary life, critical illness, legal, and additional disability coverage
Wellness Programs: Employee assistance program (EAP), Wellhub gym membership, and other wellness initiatives
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
At Aligned, we are committed to transparency and fostering a positive employee experience from your very first interaction with us. In compliance with Illinois pay disclosure requirements, when you join Aligned, you’ll have access to the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, short and long disability, life insurance and other voluntary benefits, 401k with employer match, bonus opportunities, paid time off, wellness benefits and professional development opportunities, all designed to support your well-being and career growth. We want you to have a clear understanding of what we offer, so you can make informed decisions about your future with us.
Aligned is equally committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities for all employees. We ensure that all applicants and team members are considered for employment, advancement, and all other employment-related matters without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of your job due to a disability or medical condition, please contact our People & Culture team. Accommodation requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable laws. Aligned will make reasonable accommodations where necessary to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their role.
