Nordic Hyperscale Data Centre Project Director

Arcadis; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcadis is seeking an experienced Project Director to lead one of our largest data centre construction projects in the Nordics. The role may be based in-country with significant travel to the Nordics (11/3 rotation).

You will oversee all stages from pre-construction to close-out, coordinating stakeholders and ensuring delivery in time and budget. Based in the United Kingdom with potential international assignments, this position requires strong leadership, contractual expertise, and a proven

Qualifications

• In-depth understanding of large-scale technical projects and construction techniques.
• Contractual and commercial understanding across multiple contract forms.
• Track record delivering large critical infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of HSE in construction practices.
• Ability to manage multiple technical disciplines and coordinate specialists.
• Experience interfacing with clients and managing large teams.
• Experience on data centre new build or refurbishment projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of hyperscale data centre construction projects from pre-construction through closeout.
• Create and manage master project schedule and budget with client and GC.
• Coordinate owner-direct vendors and consultants and manage procurement activities.
• Monitor progress, risks, and change control; support commercial and scheduling teams.
• Ensure on-time delivery and budget adherence; implement robust HSE culture.

Skills

Large-scale projects

Contractual knowledge

Delivery of infrastructure

HSE in construction

Team leadership

Data centre experience

International travel

Job description

Arcadis is seeking an experienced Project Director to lead one of our largest data centre construction projects in the Nordics. The role may be based in-country with significant travel to the Nordics (11/3 rotation).

You will oversee all stages from pre-construction to close-out, coordinating stakeholders and ensuring delivery in time and budget. Based in the United Kingdom with potential international assignments, this position requires strong leadership, contractual expertise, and a proven