Project Director - Data Centre
18 month Fixed-Term contract
This role offers a blend of on-site presence in Farnborough and office-based work near Gatwick.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Project Director to lead the delivery of a 3MW data centre construction project. This role requires a dynamic professional with exceptional communication skills, a high-level project focus, and a solid background in construction and data centre operations.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee the end-to-end delivery of the data centre project from appointment to completion, ensuring it meets time, budget, and quality targets.
* Serve as the primary liaison between internal teams, contractors, and clients, maintaining transparent and effective communication.
* Oversee project planning, resource allocation, and stakeholder engagement.
* Develop and implement project strategies, aligning them with organisational goals and industry best practices.
* Lead multidisciplinary teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring accountability across all project phases.
* Identify potential risks and develop mitigation plans to address challenges proactively.
* Ensure all construction activities comply with relevant standards and regulations, maintaining the highest quality levels.
Candidate Profile
* Extensive experience leading construction projects, including a strong background in data centre delivery.
* Strong understanding of data centre infrastructure, including power, cooling, and security systems.
* Proven success managing large-scale projects, cross-functional teams, with the ability to mitigate risk, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement.
* Excellent communicator with a proven ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively to diverse stakeholders.
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and manage high-performing teams.
* Relevant advanced degrees in construction, engineering, or project management, chartered status or certifications (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) are advantageous.
Why Join Us?
We are a global leader in delivering innovative and sustainable data centre solutions. Our values, vision, and purpose shape everything we do-from how we work and collaborate to how we lead in our field. You'll join a team of passionate colleagues driven by integrity, teamwork, and a shared commitment to excellence