Project Director (Cost Management) - Data Centre (CSA)

Turner & Townsend; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global professional services firm in Greater London is seeking Associate and Project Directors for its Data Centre Team. The role requires over 10 years of experience in managing large Data Centre projects, strong knowledge of European design and code requirements, and the ability to develop business growth plans. Ideal candidates will have a degree in construction or engineering and possess excellent communication skills. The firm provides a supportive work environment with a focus on work-life balance.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Commitment to work-life balance

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience managing Data Centre or similar projects.
• Established network with the industry supply chain.
• Strong understanding of European design/code requirements.
• Proven track record managing large projects.
• Experience in various procurement methods.

Responsibilities

• Manage large scale, complex projects in Data Centres.
• Develop and deliver on a business plan for >20% annual growth.
• Align sector ambition with business operations alongside P&L owners.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Multilingual communication

Knowledge of European design requirements

Industry networking

Education

Degree in construction 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

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 preferred 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/

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