Project Director

Project Director – Data Centre – Hertfordshire

Our client is a large and well-established MEP Sub-Contractor operating across the UK, Ireland & Europe. They undertake major Mechanical & Electrical Packages on behalf of Tier:1 main contractors involved in ‘technology’ schemes including Data Centres, Pharmaceutical, Semi-Conductor plants and heavy industrial projects.

Due to continued growth in the region of their pharmaceutical division, our client is now seeking an experienced Project Director to join their team based on a Data Centre build in Hertfordshire.

Responsibilities

• Project Planning and Strategy: The Data Centre Project Director is responsible for developing a detailed project plan, defining the scope, objectives, and timeline of the data centre construction or upgrade.
  
  
• Budget and Resource Management: They oversee the project budget, making sure that the costs remain within the allocated limits.
  
  
• Team Leadership and Coordination: A crucial part of the role is leading a cross-functional project team, including engineers, contractors, architects, and IT specialists.
  
  
• Risk Management and Compliance: They are responsible for identifying potential risks in the project, such as budget overruns or technical challenges, and creating mitigation plans.
  
  
• Stakeholder Management and Reporting: The Project Director acts as the main point of contact for key stakeholders, including senior management, clients, and vendors.
  
  Requirements
  
  Engineering Degree or recognised trade qualification
  
  10+ years’ experience of managing large construction projects as a General Contractor.
  
  Thorough knowledge of Civil, Structural and Architectural packages
  
  Benefits
  
  £110,000-£140,000 per annum + Benefits