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Director, Global Design & Construction

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Salary
$223K - $307K USD
Job type
Full-time
Posted
26 Aug 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

The Director of Global Design & Construction at Cloudflare leads the physical environment strategy and workspace execution across international hubs. This hybrid position, available in San Francisco, CA or Austin, TX, suits an innovative, tech-forward leader with extensive experience managing corporate real estate portfolios.

Role Overview

Cloudflare seeks an experienced leader to direct end-to-end design and workspace construction that reflects local company culture. This role merges high-level strategy with physical execution while introducing an AI-first, data-driven approach to project delivery. The candidate will work hybrid, spending about three days a week in a local office and traveling globally for key project transformations.

Key Responsibilities

Direct architects, contractors, and artists to design and construct inspiring spaces capturing local hub cultures.
Implement AI and automation to eliminate manual bottlenecks across vendor onboarding, contracting, cost estimation, and risk tracking.
Treat workplaces as living laboratories by tracking real-time utilization patterns and employee feedback loops.
Evolve design frameworks and champion generative design-supported kits of parts for global serviced offices.
Collaborate with Real Estate and FP&A teams on predictive modeling for site selection, cash flows, and financial risk mitigation.
Manage the global capital expenditure (CapEx) budget, delivering accurate multi-year financial forecasting and variance reporting.
Partner with cross-functional leaders in Physical Security, IT, Legal, and Workplace operations.
Establish rigorous commissioning protocols for seamless handovers to local Workplace Operations teams.
Oversee a global project pipeline, balancing local refreshes with large-scale tenant improvement projects exceeding 100,000 square feet.

Requirements

Possess 12+ years of experience leading interior design and complex construction project management within global enterprises or high-growth technology companies.
Demonstrate a proven track record of directing corporate office portfolios exceeding 250,000 total square feet.
Hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Project Management, Interior Design, Engineering, or a related field.
Show a strong curiosity for leveraging technology to optimize human interaction and comfort with building internal tools from scratch.
Understand technical infrastructure including MEP systems, architectural principles, and AV/IT integration.
Exhibit sophisticated communication skills to influence cross-functional executives and external partners across time zones.

Nice to Have

Professional certifications such as LEED, WELL, or PMP.
Advanced technical skills involving AI-enhanced workflows, generative design platforms, or transitioning legacy portfolios into AI-assisted operational models.

Skills and Tools

Capital expenditure management and multi-year financial forecasting
Real estate predictive modeling and financial risk mitigation
Automated project tracking and workflow optimization tools
MEP systems, AV/IT infrastructure, and architectural principles
Global vendor benchmarking and contract management

Salary and Benefits

Bay Area-based hires receive an estimated annual salary of $223,000 to $307,000, which may vary depending on work location. The position is eligible to participate in Cloudflare's equity plan. Comprehensive US benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, fertility and family forming support, an employee assistance program, short and long-term disability, life and accident insurance, a 401(k) plan, and an employee stock participation plan. Employees also receive flexible paid time off and various leave programs.

About the Company

Cloudflare operates one of the world's largest networks, helping power millions of internet properties by protecting and accelerating applications without adding hardware or changing code. Recognized for top company cultures and innovation, Cloudflare maintains a strong mission to help build a better Internet through initiatives like Project Galileo, the Athenian Project, and the privacy-focused 1.1.1.1 public DNS resolver.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should visit the official Cloudflare careers page to submit an application for this position.

Questions candidates ask

What locations are available for this role?

This hybrid position is available in San Francisco, CA and Austin, TX, requiring about three days a week in-office plus global travel.

What is the salary range for the Director of Global Design & Construction?

For Bay Area-based hires, the estimated annual salary ranges from $223,000 to $307,000, with potential adjustments based on work location and eligibility for the equity plan.

How many years of experience are required?

Candidates must have 12+ years of experience leading interior design and complex construction project management in global enterprises or tech companies.

What educational background is expected?

Applicants need a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Project Management, Interior Design, Engineering, or a related field.

What benefits does Cloudflare offer in the United States?

Cloudflare provides medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance, 401(k), an employee stock participation plan, flexible paid time off, and parental leave programs.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Cloudflare careers page.

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