Project Development Manager - Data Centre

Metlen Energy & Metals; Whitehall; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive remuneration package

Friendly and professional environment

Continuous training and development

Cooperation, creativity and innovation

Opportunities to work across国际 markets

Job summary

Metlen Energy & Metals is seeking a skilled Project Development professional to drive data centre development across Western Europe. You will support the Regional Head and help build and mentor the London data centre team.

The role focuses on identifying new opportunities with local partners, coordinating due diligence, and advancing projects through to milestones. You will collaborate with EPC, Grid, Legal and other departments, while engaging stakeholders and travel as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Finance, Legal Studies, Business Management or a related field.
• 4-6 years of experience in infrastructure project development, ideally with a focus on data centre assets.
• Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritise tasks effectively.
• An entrepreneurial mindset with ambition to establish METLEN as a leading data centre player in Western Europe.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with strong written and spoken English.
• Willingness to travel as required for project development activities and stakeholder meetings.

Responsibilities

• Support the Regional Head of Project Development in implementing the strategic plan for data centre development across Western Europe.
• Assist in building, coordinating and mentoring the new Data Centre team in London.
• Identify and evaluate new project opportunities originated through METLEN's local development partners.
• Participate in due diligence processes for potential buy-side transactions.
• Coordinate the development of ongoing data centre projects, monitoring progress and reporting on key milestones to ensure timely delivery.
• Work closely with EPC, Grid, Legal and other relevant departments to execute project development activities.
• Support sell-side transaction processes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including authorities, consultants and development partners.
• Monitor relevant regulatory and market developments and provide updates to the wider team.

Skills

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Entrepreneurial mindset

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Bachelor's degree in Legal Studies

Bachelor's degree in Business Management

Job description

Stakeholders and working collaboratively with internal and external teams to successfully progress projects.

Responsibilities

• Support the Regional Head of Project Development in implementing the strategic plan for data centre development across Western Europe.
• Assist in building, coordinating and mentoring the new Data Centre team in London.
• Identify and evaluate new project opportunities originated through METLEN's local development partners.
• Participate in due diligence processes for potential buy-side transactions.
• Coordinate the development of ongoing data centre projects, monitoring progress and reporting on key milestones to ensure timely delivery.
• Work closely with EPC, Grid, Legal and other relevant departments to execute project development activities.
• Support sell-side transaction processes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including authorities, consultants and development partners.
• Monitor relevant regulatory and market developments and provide updates to the wider team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Finance, Legal Studies, Business Management or a related field.
• 4-6 years of experience in infrastructure project development, ideally with a focus on data centre assets.
• Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritise tasks effectively.
• An entrepreneurial mindset and the ambition to contribute to establishing METLEN as a leading data centre player in Western Europe.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with strong written and spoken English.
• Willingness to travel as required for project development activities and stakeholder meetings.

Benefits

• Attractive remuneration package
• Friendly and professional working environment
• Continuous training and development
• Cooperation, creativity and innovation
• Opportunities to work across international markets and contribute to the growth of METLEN's data centre platform

At Metlen Energy & Metals we are proud to have Diversity and Inclusion at the centre of everything we do. We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity regardless of race, colour, national origin, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion.

We respect your personal data. All personal information in your application and CV will remain strictly confidential.

At METLEN Energy & Metals, we are catalysts for a sustainable future, positioned at the forefront of the energy transition while being a reference point for competitive green metallurgy at both the European and global levels. With a consolidated turnover of 5,683 million and an EBITDA of 1,080 million, along with a workforce of over 7,627 dedicated individuals, we drive success through cutting-edge technology and diverse talent. We are committed to embracing new state-of-the-art technologies and advancements, propelling us towards a cleaner, brighter tomorrow. Our positive footprint extends across five continents, creating a lasting impact. At METLEN, we foster a culture of resilience, challenge, respect, excellence, and change, empowering our diverse workforce to achieve remarkable outcomes.