Project Director – Data Centres (Consultancy) - CK3445726
3 days ago
Leeds
CK3445726 - Project Director – Data Centres (Consultancy) Yorkshire (UK-wide projects) - £90,000–£120,000 + benefits (DOE) Shape the next generation of digital infrastructure. We’re seeking a senior construction leader to head up data centre programmes for blue-chip clients. You’ll set the strategy, lead delivery, and grow a high-performing team tackling hyperscale new builds, major expansions and live-environment upgrades—powering AI, cloud and high-density compute at scale. Why this role? • Lead a flagship sector: Own the data centre portfolio for a market-leading consultancy, with direct impact on client outcomes and business growth., • Career-defining projects: Complex, fast-paced programmes with substantial capex, critical MEP, and stringent performance/SLA requirements., • Real progression & autonomy: Clear route to broader regional or sector leadership, backed by first-class digital tools and PMO support. What you’ll lead • Full lifecycle leadership from strategy, feasibility and site selection through design management, procurement, construction and commissioning., • Power-led decision making (grid, on-site generation, renewables/PPAs, backup resilience) and sustainability pathways (embodied/operational carbon, water, circularity)., • Programme governance: set up and run robust controls (schedule, risk, cost, change), with transparent reporting and data-driven insights., • Commercial and supply chain strategy: packaging, market engagement, contract formation (NEC/JCT/FIDIC), and performance management., • Stakeholder leadership across client, operators, JV partners, utilities, and mission-critical vendors—protecting live operations and SLAs., • Team building: recruit, coach and line-manage a growing team (SPM/AD level), fostering a high-performance, solutions-focused culture. What you’ll bring • Degree (or equivalent) in a construction-related discipline (Project Management, QS, CM, Civils/MEP)., • Proven track record delivering data centre projects (consultancy, client/developer or Tier-1), ideally including hyperscale or large colocation., • Deep understanding of power, cooling, scalability, fit-out phasing and commissioning in mission-critical environments., • Strong commercial acumen: procurement strategy, cost planning, contracts, and change management on complex, multi-package programmes., • Exceptional leadership and stakeholder management; comfortable making clear decisions at pace with incomplete information., • Digital fluency across controls, reporting and common data environments. The offer • £90,000–£120,000 + benefits (DOE), • High-impact leadership role within a nationally recognised data centre team., • Portfolio spanning new builds, expansion, and modernisation across the UK and Europe. Confidential enquiries: Caroline Kingsley M: 07768 381831 E: C: Arrange a call: ___ C: Arrange a call: