Job Overview
We’re looking for a senior technical leader with deep expertise in data centre delivery to join a high-performing team operating across Europe. This role will be pivotal in leading multi-disciplinary architecture and engineering teams on data centre projects across both Hyperscale and Colocation, as well as Enterprise environments.
You’ll act as the key point of contact for a major client, overseeing project delivery, ensuring commercial compliance, and maintaining the highest standards of technical excellence. The position offers the opportunity to shape a high-impact portfolio while contributing to the growth of a specialist data centre division.
Location:
Flexible across the UK and Ireland, ideally near key operational hubs such as London, Dublin, or Manchester. Occasional travel across the UK&I and Europe is required.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the delivery of complex data centre projects across Europe from a technical, commercial, and strategic standpoint.
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Serve as the primary escalation point for client interactions and internal team coordination.
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Oversee commercial performance, manage risk, and ensure compliance with internal governance processes.
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Coordinate bids, manage external suppliers, and ensure cross-discipline collaboration.
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Chair strategic meetings, drive financial reviews, and present key metrics to senior leadership.
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Ensure consistency, quality, and timely delivery across all project outputs.
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Proactively manage resource planning, technical challenges, and delivery milestones.
Ideal Candidate Profile
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Chartered Engineer (or equivalent) with a strong background in data centre design and delivery.
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Demonstrated experience leading multi-disciplinary design teams across MEP, Architectural, Civil/Structural scopes.
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Proven commercial acumen with a track record of managing risk, budgets, and project governance.
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Exceptional communication and leadership skills, capable of influencing at a senior (Director) level.
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Willingness and ability to travel across the UK & Europe.
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Confident using platforms such as Revit, Microsoft Office, and collaborative digital tools.
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Strong understanding of building systems, regulatory frameworks, and design workflows.
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Full driving licence preferred.
Why Join?
This is a chance to work at the forefront of data centre delivery on projects that are shaping the digital infrastructure of tomorrow. You'll have the platform to grow your career, influence strategy, and be part of a collaborative team committed to technical innovation and sustainable solutions.