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Data center construction roles, covering project management, MEP engineering, commissioning, and site supervision, qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field. Employers in hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise data center buildouts have active H-1B filing histories.
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INTRODUCTION
At Prologis, we don’t just lead the industry—we define it with a 1.3 billion square foot portfolio and an annual throughput of approximately $3.2 trillion. We create the intelligent infrastructure that powers global commerce, seamlessly connecting the digital and physical worlds. From agile supply chains to energy solutions, our ecosystems help your business move faster, operate smarter and grow sustainably. With unmatched scale, innovation and expertise, Prologis is a category of one—not just shaping the future of logistics but building what comes next.
Job Title:
VP, Data Center Construction
A day in the life
As the VP, Data Center Construction, you will take ownership for leading construction activities of data center delivery (both speculative and build‐to‐suit).
As part of handling key data center construction projects, this person works to ensure accurate staffing to run forecasted construction activity, providing cost and budget information for investment memos, leading the technical side of the entitlement process as well as optimizing designs and contractor bidding. Key success factors include the active mentoring and management of a best-in-class development team, partnering with local deployment team, enabling excellent communication with regional partners, and innovation and implementation of data center development standard methodologies.
The position requires a high degree of energy, passion, outgoing personality, technical competence and integrity. This person will be based in our West Region, and interact daily with Prologis data center, development, and deployment teams.
Key responsibilities include:
- Coach the Prologis data center project management team across performance, staffing and growth.
- Lead the construction process for new-build and retrofit data center projects, ensuring alignment with company standards and client requirements from concept to completion.
- Work closely with the data center design team to uphold design integrity and resolve construction challenges related to design intent.
- Own your development portfolio performance (cost, schedule, quality, safety).
- Monitor project milestones to ensure timely delivery of project deliverables.
- Mentors and leads junior colleagues by providing feedback, supervising performance, sharing expertise and honing judgement skills.
- Accountable for ongoing innovation and initiatives.
- Drive impact and show strength of lean construction, GC bid negotiations and design optimization initiatives against targets.
- Develop and own relationships with General Contractors.
- Work with procurement to own cost saving measures.
- Key success factors include the active mentoring and management of a best-in-class development team, partnering with market deployment teams, enabling excellent communication with regional stakeholders, positive contributions to our company culture, and innovation and implementation of development best practices.
Building blocks for success
Required:
- 10+ years of experience in a similar role working in the field of Real Estate - Development (data center focused), Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management.
- Consistent track record working in the field of land development or construction management.
- Computer proficiency: MS Project, BlueBeam, Google Earth, in addition to normal Microsoft Office tools.
- Ability to travel, as necessary, to projects (Approximately 30%).
- Experience championing a project from acquisition through due diligence, entitlements and permitting.
- Self-motivated and able to multi-task and prioritize with minimal direction.
- Possess a hardworking, positive demeanor, be a standout colleague and customer service oriented.
- Display excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proactive in approaching solutions and problem solving.
- Promote the Prologis brand with passion in a positive, can-do demeanor with a real focus on efficiency and effectiveness.
Preferred:
- Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, Architecture, or Engineering (Civil or Structural) or equivalent experience preferred.
- Additional experience on design and build projects is preferred.
- Demonstrate willingness and capability to leverage emerging technology, automation, and AI tools to improve efficiency, quality, and speed. Exercises sound judgment, creative thinking, and accountability for outcomes.
COMPENSATION
- Hiring Salary Range: $236,000 - $296,000. Salary and whole compensation package (bonus target and LTI) to be determined by the candidate’s location, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
People First
Each of us working at Prologis plays an essential role in the enduring success of our company. We value people who are decisive, courageous and adaptable. While we are one company, locations and departments operate with autonomy and accountability. Individuals take the initiative here.
When you join Prologis, you work shoulder to shoulder with some of the top talent in the industry to do the best work of your career. Every employee belongs. Every employee contributes. Employees advance their careers here.
As a successful global enterprise, Prologis has never lost sight of what matters most, our strong belief that our people are the most important part of our business. And because of that, we provide a generous total rewards package and take a lot of time to focus on quality management and leadership development. People come first here.
All full-time roles in the US come with a robust benefits package which includes healthcare, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents. Prologis also offers several other wellness, financial, and work/lifestyle-specific benefits. Our 401(k) retirement plan has a company match of 50% up to 12% of eligible compensation. We also offer generous PTO with a starting accrual of 22 days a year in addition to paid holidays and volunteer time.
All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background verification. Prologis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religions, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Employment Type:
Full time
LOCATION
Location: Milpitas, California
Additional Locations:
Las Vegas, Nevada, Phoenix, Arizona, Tracy, California
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Data Center Construction
Verify your role meets specialty occupation standards
Data center construction covers a wide range of titles. USCIS scrutinizes whether your specific role requires a degree in a directly related field, so confirm your job duties and title align with O*NET before applying.
Target hyperscale and colocation general contractors
Large-scale buildout contractors and owner-operators running multi-site programs file H-1Bs most consistently. Search Migrate Mate to filter employers by verified LCA filing history for construction and engineering occupations.
Get your credentials evaluated before the LCA stage
If your degree is from outside the U.S., have a NACES-member credential evaluator confirm it's equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree before your employer files the Labor Condition Application with DOL.
Understand prevailing wage tiers for your specific SOC code
Data center construction roles can fall under multiple SOC codes with different wage levels. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your exact occupation code and work location before negotiating your offer.
Confirm your employer is E-Verify enrolled before accepting an offer
STEM OPT extensions require E-Verify enrollment, and many construction employers aren't enrolled by default. Ask about E-Verify status during the offer stage, not after you've already accepted.
File premium processing if your project start date is fixed
Data center construction projects run on rigid schedules. If your role has a hard mobilization date, ask your employer to file premium processing with USCIS to get a decision within 15 business days and avoid project delays.
H-1B Visa Data Center Construction: Frequently Asked Questions
Do data center construction jobs qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, but the specific role determines eligibility. USCIS requires that the position normally demands a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related specialty. Project engineers, MEP engineers, commissioning managers, and technical program managers typically qualify. General site labor, trades supervision without a degree requirement, and broad construction management roles may face more scrutiny.
Which employers in data center construction sponsor H-1B visas?
Hyperscale owner-operators, large-scale general contractors, and MEP engineering firms with active multi-site buildout programs tend to have the most consistent H-1B filing histories. Use Migrate Mate to search by employer and occupation code, filtering for companies with verified LCA filings in construction and engineering roles.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new data center construction employer mid-project?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as they file a new I-129 petition, without waiting for approval, as long as your current status is valid and you've been in H-1B status for at least 180 days. Confirm the new employer has filed before your last day at the current company.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect data center construction offers?
Your employer must certify through an LCA that your offered wage meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for your occupation code and work location. Data center construction roles span several SOC codes with different wage levels. The OFLC Wage Search lets you verify the applicable wage tier for your specific title before you negotiate your offer letter.
Does traveling to multiple job sites affect my H-1B status in construction?
Multi-site work is permitted but requires careful LCA management. Your employer must file a separate LCA or an amended I-129 for each metropolitan statistical area where you'll work for more than 90 continuous days. Short-term placement under the H-1B short-term placement rule covers up to 30 days at unlisted locations in a year without a new LCA.