Project Director – Substations (Data Centre Projects)

SATIGO; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is looking for a skilled Project Director to oversee large substation projects crucial to data centre operations. You will be responsible for managing multidisciplinary teams, ensuring projects meet quality standards, and developing strong client relationships. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in the engineering field, particularly with substations, alongside solid project management skills.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in substation/switchyard projects.
• Strong presales and delivery management experience.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Own full delivery responsibility including technical and commercial aspects.
• Coordinate design and engineering teams.
• Oversee project profitability and report financial performance.

Skills

Project Management

Client Management

Commercial Management

Team Management

Education

BEng or MSc in Electrical Engineering

Chartered or Incorporated Engineer

Tools

MS Office

Project/Design Tools

Job description

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Our client is hiring a Project Director to lead large-scale substation projects supporting data centres. The role involves direct oversight of multidisciplinary teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, to spec, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

Project Delivery

• Own full delivery responsibility (technical, commercial, programme).
• Coordinate all design and engineering teams under the Lead Consultant role.
• Ensure deliverables meet client expectations and quality standards.
• Track changes in scope and ensure commercial implications are captured.

Commercial Management

• Oversee project profitability, cost tracking, and revenue reporting.
• Produce monthly financial performance reports and quarterly board updates.
• Agree fees, scope, and drawdown schedules with clients.
• Raise invoices and follow up on outstanding payments (max 60-day terms).

Client Management & Business Development

• Maintain direct relationships with key clients.
• Handle all project-related issues or escalations.
• Identify cross-selling opportunities and support new business pitches.
• Attend client meetings and presentations as needed.

Requirements

• BEng or MSc in Electrical Engineering, Building Services, or similar.
• 10+ years’ experience with substation/switchyard projects (up to 765kV ideal).
• Strong presales, design, and delivery management experience.
• Comfortable with project P&L ownership and reporting.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Proficiency in MS Office and project/design tools.
• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer preferred.

If you have the relevant experinece then apply for consideration

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management

• Industries

  Construction

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