CSA Construction Lead

CTS Group; Paris; On-site; EUR 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation

Performance incentives

Dynamic environment

Senior leadership exposure

Job summary

CTS Group is seeking a Senior CSA Lead based in France to own Civil, Structural, and Architectural scopes for large-scale data center projects. You will manage underground services and fit-out packages from planning through completion, coordinating subcontractors and interfacing with MEP and commissioning teams.

This hands-on, high-impact role requires 7+ years in construction, strong leadership, and fluency in French and English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Civil/Structural Engineering or Construction Management.
• 7+ years in construction project delivery, incl. 3+ years in a package/discipline lead role.
• Experience with UGS and/or architectural fit-out in high-spec or data center projects.
• Knowledge of French construction regulations, standards, and permitting.
• Fluency in French and English.

Responsibilities

• Full lifecycle responsibility for UGS and fit-out packages.
• Develop, monitor, and adjust short- and mid-term lookahead plans.
• Drive progress, resolve blockers, and meet milestones and readiness deadlines.
• Coordinate subcontractors and internal teams for safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Manage manpower, deliveries, sequencing, and logistics on site.
• Ensure smooth interface alignment with MEP, commissioning, and quality teams.
• Lead punch list resolution, inspections, and handover activities.
• Support constructability reviews, scope changes, and design clarifications.

Skills

Leadership

Project planning

Coordination

Decision-making

BIM software

French/English fluency

Site management

Problem solving

Education

Civil/Structural Engineering or Construction Management degree

Tools

BIM software

Project planning tools

Document control tools

Job description

About CTS Group

CTS Group SA is a fast-growing and dynamic organization, specializing in the design and build of large-scale data centers across multiple countries, including Scandinavia, Europe and Middle East. CTS Group is rapidly expanding into other markets globally. In addition to Design & Build, we develop and produce digital systems tailored for the data center industry and standardized self-contained units. Our team of professionals, comprising of more than 40 different nationalities, fosters an inclusive and collaborative culture where innovation and excellence are at the heart of everything we do. Through our proven track record with our customers, we have built a strong reputation as a trusted partner in delivering the most advanced, efficient, and sustainable data center solutions in the region.

About the Role

We are looking for a Senior CSA Lead to take full ownership of Civil, Structural, and Architectural scopes. You will manage underground services and architectural fit-out packages from planning through completion, coordinating subcontractors, aligning interfaces with MEP and commissioning teams, and ensuring works are delivered safely, on schedule, and to the highest quality standards. This is a hands‑on, high-impact role where your decisions directly affect project success.

Employee must be based in France.

What You’ll Do

• Full lifecycle responsibility for UGS and fit‑out packages

• Develop, monitor, and adjust short- and mid-term lookahead plans

• Drive progress, resolve blockers, and meet milestones and readiness deadlines

• Coordinate subcontractors and internal teams for safety, quality, and efficiency

• Manage manpower, deliveries, sequencing, and logistics on site

• Ensure smooth interface alignment with MEP, commissioning, and quality teams

• Lead punch list resolution, inspections, and handover activities

• Support constructability reviews, scope changes, and design clarifications
  

Who We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Civil/Structural Engineering or Construction Management

• 7+ years in construction project delivery, including 3+ years in a package/discipline lead role

• Proven experience with UGS and/or architectural fit‑out in high-spec or data center projects

• Knowledge of French construction regulations, standards, and permitting

• Proficiency in BIM, project planning, and document control tools

• Fluency in French and English is required.

• Strong leadership, coordination, and decision‑making skills

• Solution‑oriented, detail‑focused, and accountable

What We Offer

• Competitive executive compensation, performance‑based incentives, and benefits.

• A dynamic, professional, and collaborative work environment with a diverse and inclusive team that values innovation and excellence.

• A key role in a growing organization with high impact, large‑scale international projects.

• Direct exposure to senior leadership and an opportunity to shape planning practices within a new entity