Site Civil, Structural & Architectural Lead

OpenAI

. Lead OpenAI’s field delivery of civil works, structures, building envelope, architectural fit-out and landscape interfaces from site preparation through completed facilities .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeMaryland • United StatesSenior💰 $150,000 - $300,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in civil, structural, and architectural construction, with a strong focus on contractor management, project execution, and quality assurance. Capable of translating designs into actionable field packages while coordinating with various stakeholders and maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.

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Civil Construction ExperienceContractor ManagementDesign CoordinationQuality AssuranceField Leadership

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Hard Skills

Civil Drawings InterpretationStructural Drawings InterpretationArchitectural Drawings InterpretationConstruction SequencingUtility Conflict AssessmentInspection Hold PointsNonconformance ResolutionAs-Built Records ManagementEnvironmental ComplianceData Center Delivery Experience

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationSound Judgment

Certifications & Qualifications

Relevant Trade CertificationTechnical Degree

Industry Keywords

Civil WorksStructural SteelBuilding EnvelopeArchitectural Fit-OutLandscape InterfacesGeneral ContractorsSpecialist ContractorsConstruction Quality RequirementsSite Construction ManagementField Implementation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead OpenAI’s field delivery of civil works, structures, building envelope, architectural fit-out and landscape interfaces from site preparation through completed facilities
Act as accountable on-site lead for civil, structural, landscape and architectural construction
Direct and oversee general contractors, specialist contractors and other service providers
Own day-to-day discipline execution and contractor performance within assigned site scope
Coordinate priorities and interfaces through the Site Construction Manager
Direct contractors and trades against approved designs, construction schedules and quality requirements
Oversee earthworks, grading, drainage, underground interfaces, foundations, concrete, structural steel, building envelope and architectural completion
Coordinate landscape and external works
Review constructability, sequencing, contractor work plans, RFIs, submittals and proposed changes
Obtain design decisions from responsible engineers and track field implementation
Coordinate building and underground interfaces with mechanical, electrical, network and hardware deployment teams
Inspect work with quality teams, track nonconformances and punch lists
Verify contractor closeout, as-built records and turnover readiness
Set contractor deliverables and priorities; review staffing, progress and quality
Identify constraints and drive recovery actions through the Site Construction Manager
Provide progress and risk reporting and evaluate field impacts of proposed changes
Maintain accountable handoffs between construction partners and OpenAI teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Typically 8–10 years of civil, structural or architectural construction experience
Substantial data center or comparable complex industrial site delivery experience
Responsibility for contractors or multiple work packages
Ability to read and coordinate civil, structural and architectural drawings, specifications, surveys and relevant geotechnical information
Experience translating approved designs into buildable field packages, sequencing, temporary-work interfaces and inspection hold points
Experience assessing utility conflicts, equipment access and phased handover
Experience reviewing RFIs, submittals and field changes
Experience coordinating design decisions with the engineer of record and verifying approved changes in the field
Practical knowledge of inspection and acceptance evidence for civil works, concrete, steel, building envelope and architectural completion
Knowledge of nonconformance resolution, punch lists and as-built records
Ability to coordinate construction with permitting conditions, environmental constraints and authorities having jurisdiction
Demonstrated ability to lead contractors and service providers through changing site conditions
Strong written and verbal communication
Ability to maintain accurate field records, action and decision logs
Sound judgment when information is incomplete
Relevant trade, apprenticeship, technical or degree-based preparation, or equivalent practical experience
Demonstrated field leadership and subject-matter competence

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equity
Performance-related bonus(es) for eligible employees
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family, with employer contributions to Health Savings Accounts
Pre-tax accounts for Health FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and commuter expenses (parking and transit)
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Paid parental leave (up to 24 weeks for birth parents and 20 weeks for non-birthing parents)
Paid medical and caregiver leave (up to 8 weeks)
Paid time off: flexible PTO for exempt employees and up to 15 days annually for non-exempt employees
13+ paid company holidays
Multiple paid coordinated company office closures throughout the year
Paid sick or safe time
Mental health and wellness support
Employer-paid basic life and disability coverage
Annual learning and development stipend
Daily meals in offices, and meal delivery credits as eligible
Relocation support for eligible employees
Charitable donation matching and wellness stipends may also be provided