Senior Remote Data Centre Project Controls Lead

Mitchell McDermott; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

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Job summary

Mitchell McDermott in Dublin seeks an experienced Project and Programs Controls Lead to oversee a portfolio of Data Centre projects across Europe. The role focuses on standardized control processes, cost and schedule reporting, and risk management, while coordinating with design, procurement, development, construction and legal teams.

You will lead EPC schedules, validate gateways, and deliver timely dashboards, ensuring alignment with client requirements and robust governance.

Qualifications

• A relevant third level qualification in Construction Management/ Engineering, Architecture or Surveying.
• Experience ideally within a Construction Consultancy, Client or Developer role but others will be considered.
• Experience In Data Centre Projects Required
• 7+ years if relevant experience in construction project coordination, project controls, or data centre delivery.
• Strong understanding of data centre infrastructure, scheduling tools (Primavera P6, MS Project), and cost management systems.
• Proficient in preparing and analysing construction programmes
• Experience In Contract Administration (NEC & FIDIC Preferred)
• Excellent communication and computer skills
• A shrewd precise eye for detail
• Are a motivated and diligent team player who will go the extra mile

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee standardized project control processes (scheduling, budgeting, risk tracking, reporting, change control).
• Lead program-level reporting and forecasting for cost, schedule, and performance metrics across multiple concurrent projects.
• Monitor adherence to project baselines and coordinate mitigation plans for deviations.
• Lead OFCI strategy planning, procurement, and logistics tracking to ensure timely delivery and seamless integration with construction milestones.
• Act as a central liaison between internal teams (Design, Procurement, Development, Construction, legal and Operations) and external partners.
• Development and monitoring of detailed EPC construction schedules
• Monitoring internal validation and gateway sign-off process
• Prepare and review reporting dashboards across the portfolio
• Working with team members to ensure risk management and change control procedures are implemented and followed
• Attending site meetings as required although the role is predominantly remote based working out of one of our offices
• Ensure the production of weekly /monthly reports are completed on-time and in compliance with client requirements

Skills

Project controls

Cost management

Scheduling

Reporting

Stakeholder liaison

Risk management

Budgeting

Education

Construction/Engineering/Architecture degree

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Mitchell McDermott in Dublin seeks an experienced Project and Programs Controls Lead to oversee a portfolio of Data Centre projects across Europe. The role focuses on standardized control processes, cost and schedule reporting, and risk management, while coordinating with design, procurement, development, construction and legal teams.

You will lead EPC schedules, validate gateways, and deliver timely dashboards, ensuring alignment with client requirements and robust governance.