Project Director - M&E

Accenture PLC; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Soben, part of Accenture, seeks a Data Centre Project Director to lead and deliver large-scale, multi-phase data centre programmes for European clients. You will drive governance, ensure high-quality outcomes, and maintain executive client relationships across complex engagements.

In this high-impact leadership role, you will manage multi-location teams, guide procurement and commissioning activities, and champion innovation and sustainability to support rapid AI and cloud service growth in the

Qualifications

• Extensive experience delivering large, multi phase data centre programmes.
• Experience managing programmes typically £250m–£1bn+ in value.
• Strong understanding of data centre design, MEP and redundancy concepts.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of multi phase, campus scale data centre programmes.
• Ensure programme performance across cost, schedule, quality and risk.
• Own executive level client relationships and governance structures.
• Oversee procurement, cost management, and contract administration.
• Provide leadership during critical project phases and on-site engagement.

Skills

Delivery leadership

Programme governance

Stakeholder engagement

Commercial acumen

Integrated commissioning

Education

MRICS or equivalent preferred

Tools

NEC

JCT

FIDIC

Job description

At Soben part of Accenture, we believe our greatest strength is our people. Your growth is central to our success, andwe’re committed to helping you build a careeryou’re proud of. Whetherit’s through training, mentoring, or taking on new challenges, every step you take is an opportunity to develop your skills, broaden your experience, and shape your future.

We encourage you to be curious, take ownership of your development, and explore the many opportunities available within our business. Speak with your manager about your goals, seek out projects that excite you, anddon’t be afraid to stretch beyond your comfort zone —that’s where real growth happens.

Your career journey is unique, andwe’re here to support you every step of the way. Let’skeep learning, keep improving, and keep building something exceptional together.

We are looking for a Project Director to join our Data Centre team in London. You will be responsible for leading and supporting large-scale, ground-up data centre construction projects with our prominent technology clients across Europe. You will also be responsible for all aspects of project delivery, from inception through to commissioning.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a Data Centre Project Director to lead the delivery of some of the most complex and high profile, mission critical programmes in the sector.

This is a high impact leadership role with full accountability for multi phase, campus scale developments, often within live or partially operational environments. You will operate at both strategic and delivery levels, shaping client outcomes, driving programme performance, and ensuring consistent, high quality delivery across every stage.

You will play a key role in bringing the best of Soben, part of Accenture to our clients, combining deep commercial expertise with global technology and infrastructure capability across the full lifecycle, from early strategy and development through to delivery, energisation, and operation, supporting the infrastructure underpinning the rapid growth of AI and cloud services.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of multi phase, campus scale data centre programmes, ensuring alignment with internal governance frameworks and our methodology
• Be accountable for programme performance and the quality and consistency of all deliverables across cost, schedule, quality, and risk
• Own executive level client relationships, deploying best practice to maximise value and outcomes
• Establish programme governance, reporting frameworks, and risk management structures to drive clarity, control, and informed decision making
• Oversee commercial strategy including procurement, cost management, and contract administration
• Provide strategic oversight of commissioning, Integrated Systems Testing (IST), and operational readiness to meet demanding performance and uptime requirements
• Provide visible leadership during critical project phases, including on site engagement as required
• Provide leadership in challenging design and delivery approaches to drive value, efficiency, and innovation
• Lead multidisciplinary teams across multiple locations, building a culture of accountability, trust, and delivery excellence
• Drive innovation, sustainability, and the adoption of emerging technologies to enhance programme outcomes and client value
• Support and lead strategic pursuits, proposals, and business development activities to grow client relationships and market presence

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Extensive experience delivering large scale, multi phase, mission critical data centre programmes, including campus style developments in live or operational environments
• Proven track record managing complex programmes typically in excess of £250m to £1bn+
• Strong understanding of data centre design principles, including MEP systems and redundancy strategies such as N+1 and 2N
• Experience overseeing commissioning processes, including Level 1 to Level 5 commissioning and IST
• Strong commercial acumen with expertise in procurement, cost management, and contract strategy
• Experience with major contract forms such as NEC, JCT, and FIDIC
• Proven ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders, including executive client teams
• Degree qualified in a relevant discipline, MRICS or equivalent preferred