Project Director - Data Centre

Viridis Talent Ltd; Barking; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Viridis Talent Ltd is seeking a Project Director for data centre construction projects across the UK, including London and regional locations. The role focuses on delivering technically demanding projects with strong client relationships and accountability for programme, safety and quality.

Candidates should show experience leading complex projects at Project Director or equivalent level, with data centre experience highly relevant.

Qualifications

• Track record of leading major construction projects.
• Data centre experience is highly relevant; other mission-critical environments considered.

Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for major construction projects.
• Lead multidisciplinary construction, engineering and commercial teams.
• Manage main contractors, specialist subcontractors and consultants.
• Oversee procurement, project controls and delivery risk.
• Coordinate civil, structural, architectural and MEP workstreams.
• Drive commissioning readiness, handover and project completion.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationships

Programme delivery

Safety and quality

Multidisciplinary teams

Contractor management

Procurement

Project controls

Delivery risk management

MEP coordination

Job description

Project Director - Data Centre Construction

Location: UK — London, South East and regional project locations

Indicative base salary: £120,000-£150,000

Opportunity type: Expression of interest for permanent opportunities

Lead the delivery of technically demanding construction projects.

Viridis Talent would like to speak with experienced Project Directors and senior construction leaders considering their next opportunity within data centres.

We're interested in professionals who combine strong client relationships with clear accountability for programme, commercial performance, safety and quality.

Relevant experience includes:

• Taking overall responsibility for major construction projects.
• Leading multidisciplinary construction, engineering and commercial teams.
• Managing main contractors, specialist subcontractors and consultants.
• Overseeing procurement, project controls and delivery risk.
• Coordinating civil, structural, architectural and MEP workstreams.
• Driving commissioning readiness, handover and project completion.

You should bring a track record of leading complex projects at Project Director or equivalent level. Data centre experience is particularly relevant; experience in other mission-critical environments may also be considered.

This is an expression of interest. Individual project locations, packages and requirements will be discussed when suitable vacancies arise