BGIS is currently seeking an Associate Vice President- Data Center Engineering Services to join the team Remote, US. The Associate Vice President creates strategic long-term objectives for a specified business line and assigned clients. The position drives operational excellence, growth and system efficiencies with a focus on sustainability. The role is a member of the US executive leadership team. The Associate Vice President leads others positively exemplifying BGIS values. RESPONSIBILITIES Strategic Team & People Leadership * Communicate vision of the organization at all levels, strategic objectives, and goal setting. * Lead key group of Directors and Managers. * Establish and communicate performance standards. * Identify required talent to successfully execute excellent client service and partner with talent team to source, select, on-board, and train team members. * Review and document individual performance and track team accomplishments. * Deliver updates on key business initiatives, ensure leaders are aligned and focused, and provide regular individual performance feedback. * Plan for talent succession within the organization of responsibility and support individual professional and career development. * Contribute to the completion of other key initiatives as assigned. Foster Client Relationships & Business Development * Maintain and expand client relationships including specific senior level leaders with each client organization. * Connect relevancy of BGIS services to address client needs and understand client expectations. * Communicate current account/project conditions to BGIS Senior Leadership. * Provide oversight to vendor relationships and quality of work performed. * Deliver strategic oversight and direction for functional work teams. * Direct managers to drive operational excellence and process efficiency. * Develop and manage high level budget processes, monthly financial cycle activities, and track performance of operations within established financial plan. * Preserve client and facility assets along with company assets and intellectual property. * Work closely with business development and support the sales process and pursuits Business Operations Accountability * Resolve and contribute to problem solving approaches addressing contractual issues or technical delivery of service on a timely basis. * Provide subject matter expertise on contractual terms and ensure compliance. * Ensure appropriate operating standards and processes are defined, communicated, and followed. * Validate compliance with client standards and external regulatory and legal compliance. * Promote consistent conformance with BGIS safety philosophy, policies, and procedures. * Monitor operations, special projects, and other key initiatives driving execution of business objectives. * Collaborate and communicate with other BGIS departments/teams. * Foster a continuous improvement mindset for better efficiencies and long-term sustainable approaches. Required Education, Knowledge, and Abilities * Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Facilities Management, Engineering or related field or equivalent work experience. * Ten years of experience providing business leadership in a similar role. * Accomplished people leader with ability to build, motivate, and retain key talent. * Knowledge and expertise relevant to specific business area of focus including advanced training and certifications. * Expert relationship building to initiate, maintain, and extend partnership opportunities with current and future clients. * Professional networking skills within the organization and externally in the industry to stay informed of trends and best practices. * Strong und