Associate Director Cost Manager - Data Centre (CSA)

Turner & Townsend; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in the UK seeks an experienced Associate Director for their Data Centre Team. You will manage large, complex projects, aiming to establish the firm as the top consultancy for Hi-Tech construction across EMEA. The position requires at least 10 years of relevant experience and offers a flexible working environment with opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Healthy work-life balance

Flexible working environment

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• 10 years' experience managing Data Centre or similar projects.
• Established network with the industry supply chain.
• Proven track record managing large projects.
• Experience with various methods of procurement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver business plans for >20% annual growth.
• Manage large scale, complex projects in Data Centres.
• Work closely with country P&L owners.

Skills

Management of Data Centre projects

Strong industry network

Understanding of European design requirements

Excellent communication skills

Education

Degree in construction and/or engineering

Job description

Company Description

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.
Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people's lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world's most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.
Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.

We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.
Please visit our website: www.turnerandtownsend.com

Our ambition, as Turner & Turner alinea, is to become the undisputed Nr.1 Cost Consultant in London. A data-led digital cost consultancy and an authority on the economics of sustainability, combining alinea's distinctive approach, Turner & Townsend's leading digital platform and our combined talent.

Supported by our clear vision to disrupt the market by transforming service quality through a strong focus on cost advice, a platform of specialists and a personable approach. This unique environment provides an opportunity for our people to develop their skills as well as their careers, supported by access to a learning and development programme that is second to none.

• A unique joint force that will disrupt real estate cost management in London
• A data and digital led business, with an authority on the economics of sustainability, that will take our service to the next level
• A wide, diverse and exciting portfolio of sectors and clients, which means we will be stronger together
• Market leading practice that is focused on transforming performance and creating great results for our Clients and People, in a fun and exciting environment where people are proud to work
• A strong strategic and cultural fit with an ingrained entrepreneurial spirit
• You can realise your career ambitions faster with London's cost consultancy of choice

Job Description

Due to the continued success and expansion of the Data Centre Team in the UK, we are interested in speaking with Associate and Project Directors (Cost Management) with a proven background in the sector. Your track record will have seen you manage large scale, complex projects, in Data Centres

You will be self-motivated, driven by the goal of establishing Turner & Townsend as the #1 consultancy for Hi-Tech construction projects across EMEA.

As Associate Director you will also increasingly be responsible for developing and delivering on a business plan for >20% annual growth. You will work closely with the various country P&L owners to align sector ambition with business operations.

Experience

• 10 years' experience managing Data Centre or similar projects
• Established network with the industry supply chain
• Strong and current understanding of European design / code requirements and industry trends
• Proven track record managing large projects and/or programmes of work
• Experienced in variety of methods of procurement and forms of contract.
• Multilingual candidates preferal but not essential (German advantageous) - with excellent communication skills, in person and written;

Qualifications

Degree qualified in construction and/or engineering;
Professional memberships desirable.

Additional Information

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/

SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

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