Paris Data Centre Program Director

Colt Data Centre Services; Paris; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Colt Data Centre Services seeks a senior Project Director to lead strategic delivery of large-scale data centre developments in Paris. You will manage a team of project managers and interface with internal stakeholders, customers, and external partners to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

The role requires deep construction and M&E knowledge, fluent French and English, and a track record in leading complex programs within a French or pan-European environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading large-scale programs in France.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution and governance of large Paris data centre projects.
• Develop delivery strategies aligned with Colt standards and local needs.
• Drive forward-thinking construction practices and OFCI/modular methods.
• Lead pre-construction activities from site selection to readiness for construction start.
• Ensure project controls, reporting and risk management across Paris projects.
• Manage multi-disciplinary teams and external partners to deliver client expectations.
• Oversee contract changes, variations and claims resolutions.
• Ensure safety, compliance with French codes, and continuous QA improvements.
• Oversee handover processes to Operations with complete commissioning docs.

Skills

Project leadership

Strategic planning

Stakeholder management

Construction management

Bilingual: French & English

Education

Bachelor's or higher in Construction/Engineering

MRICS / PMP (preferred)

Job description

Colt Data Centre Services seeks a senior Project Director to lead strategic delivery of large-scale data centre developments in Paris. You will manage a team of project managers and interface with internal stakeholders, customers, and external partners to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

The role requires deep construction and M&E knowledge, fluent French and English, and a track record in leading complex programs within a French or pan-European environment.