Project Director, Colocation Development

NEXTDC Limited; Sydney; On-site; AUD 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fast-growing company

Career development opportunities

AI & digital infrastructure focus

Job summary

NEXTDC Limited is seeking a Project Director in Colocation Development to take full accountability for major data centre developments. The role leads cross-functional teams, oversees design to handover, and ensures projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standards.

Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, it requires extensive experience in data centres or mission-critical infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Experience leading large-scale data centre or mission-critical projects.
• Strong knowledge of building codes and authority processes.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules and risk.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver major data centre developments.
• Embed safety-first culture across design, construction and operations.
• Direct governance, risk, procurement and financial reporting.
• Oversee design finalisation and regulatory approvals.
• Engage stakeholders and communicate progress to executives.
• Mentor teams and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Governance

Commercial acumen

Stakeholder management

Programme delivery

People leadership

Innovation & improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Project Director, Colocation Development

At NEXTDC we are building the heart of Australia & Asia’s high-tech future. We design,buildandoperateworld class, next generation data centres, usingcutting edge, environmentally efficient infrastructure to service the specific requirements of local, international customers.

NEXTDC is an exciting ASX 100-listed technology company, only 16years young andoperating17 data centres across 7 major cities in Australia, with multiple international sites in development to support our customer’s digital infrastructure.

At NEXTDC our success depends on the talents of our people, and we foster a culture of continued learning and development. Our culture is built on collaboration and innovation, we are passionate about what we do, and we are committed to our mission to be the leading customer-centric data centre services company.

Where Cloud lives and AIthrives

Company Description

At NEXTDC we are building the heart of Australia & Asia’s high-tech future. We design,buildandoperateworld class, next generation data centres, usingcutting edge, environmentally efficient infrastructure to service the specific requirements of local, international customers.

NEXTDC is an exciting ASX 100-listed technology company, only 16years young andoperating17 data centres across 7 major cities in Australia, with multiple international sites in development to support our customer’s digital infrastructure.

At NEXTDC our success depends on the talents of our people, and we foster a culture of continued learning and development. Our culture is built on collaboration and innovation, we are passionate about what we do, and we are committed to our mission to be the leading customer-centric data centre services company.

Where Cloud lives and AIthrives

Job Description

As a Project Director within NEXTDC's Colocation Development team, you will hold full accountability for the successful delivery of major data centre developments and play a key leadership role in supporting NEXTDC's ongoing development program.

This senior leadership role spans the full project lifecycle, from design and procurement through to construction and operational handover. As the Principal's Representative, you will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage key stakeholder relationships, and ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Reporting to the Chief Development Officer you will bring extensive experience delivering data centres or other mission critical infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Safety – Embed a safety-first culture, championing zero harm throughout design,constructionand operations.
• Governance & Risk – Establish and implement governance frameworks, oversee compliance, and proactively manage risk registers.
• Financial & Commercial – Lead project budgets, cashflow, procurement strategies, and financial reporting, ensuring alignment to businessobjectives.
• Programme Delivery – Direct the overall development programme, optimise timelines,monitorprogress, and drive corrective action to accelerate outcomes.
• Design & Authorities – Oversee design finalisation, authority approvals, and regulatory compliance,maintainingstrong stakeholder and community engagement.
• Stakeholder Engagement – Act as key interface for customer, internal and external stakeholders, providing clear reporting and ensuring alignment to business goals.
• Innovation & Improvement – Mentor teams, drive accountability, and embed continuous improvement in design, programme,safetyand cost methodologies.

Qualifications

• 15+years'experienceleadinganddeliveringlarge-scale, complex projectsand teamsin the data centre, mission-critical or highly services infrastructure sectors
• Bachelor's degree in property development, construction management, engineering, architecture, or related fields.
• Strong leadership, commercial acumen, and negotiation skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Excellent knowledge of building codes, regulatory approvals, and authority processes.
• A collaborative, can-do leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and empowers high-performing teams.

Additional Information

• Be part of a fast-growing, future-focused technology company
• Play a key role in supporting AI and digital infrastructure in Australia
• Thrive in a collaborative, inclusive, and values-driven culture
• Access career development and progression opportunities as we expand

Our mission is to continue building a diverse and inclusive workforce which represents the communities in which we operate.

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Information Technology Services 101-1,000 employees

NEXTDC is an exciting ASX 100-listed technology company, building the highest quality digital infrastructure in the country. Our solutions are built on unrivalled technical excellence but it’s our people who are our secret weapons in our success. We respect, value and acknowledge every person and our focus is ensuring our team have the support they need to learn, develop and grow beyond their wildest dreams.

Our culture embodies a diverse range of skills, experiences and perspectives. We play to our strengths, complement each other's capabilities, celebrate each other, and champion bright ideas.

NEXTDC is an exciting ASX 100-listed technology company, building the highest quality digital infrastructure in the country. Our solutions are built on unrivalled technical excellence but it’s our people who are our secret weapons in our success. We respect, value and acknowledge every person and our focus is ensuring our team have the support they need to learn, develop and grow beyond their wildest dreams.

Our culture embodies a diverse range of skills, experiences and perspectives. We play to our strengths, complement each other's capabilities, celebrate each other, and champion bright ideas.