To €160,000 DOE + Benefits
We are assisting a leading engineering & construction contractor with a reputation for delivering world-class projects across a diverse range of industries dedicated to ensuring quality, safety, and sustainability. Due to continued growth, we are now looking for an experienced & highly skilled Project Director for a Hyperscale Data Centre project. As a Project Director you will be responsible for the overall leadership, management, and delivery of large-scale Data Centre projects including strategic planning, risk management, stakeholder communication, ensuring the project is delivered on time, within the budget, and to the highest standards. This offer is available under the terms of a Belgian/UK/Irish contract, EU/Belgium resident permit holders are encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities & Requirements:
Reporting to the Business Unit Director, you will provide leadership and direction for all phases of the project lifecycle to ensure successful delivery within agreed timelines and budgets.
Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, objectives, schedule, budget, and resource allocation ensuring alignment with organizational goals and strategic priorities.
Lead and mentor project managers, engineers, and other team members to ensure high performance and collaboration across all functions fostering a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Act as the primary point of contact for clients, partners, contractors, and key stakeholders maintaining strong relationships to ensure all project requirements are clearly understood and met.
Oversee project budgets, ensuring cost control and financial performance are in line with expectations.
Manage financial forecasting, reporting, and analysis to track project profitability.
Identify, assess, and address risks throughout the project lifecycle and implement strategies to resolve issues and minimize delays to the project schedule and budget.
Oversee contract negotiations, ensure compliance with contractual obligations, and manage relationships with subcontractors, suppliers and address contractual changes, disputes, and claims effectively.
Ensure that all project activities meet or exceed quality standards and client expectations, implementing best practices in quality assurance and control throughout the project lifecycle.
Promote and enforce a strong safety culture within the project team ensuring all work complies with health, safety, and environmental regulations, minimizing risks to personnel and the environment.
Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including status reports, risk registers, and financial performance data providing regular updates and reports to the Business Unit Director.
Ensure smooth project handover, including final inspections, testing, and commissioning ensuring that all contractual obligations are fulfilled before project closeout.
10 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years as a Project Director managing complex projects.
Proven ability to lead large, multidisciplinary teams with strong interpersonal, communication skills, and the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve project goals.
In-depth knowledge of project management methodologies, construction processes, and engineering principles.
Excellent analytical and decision-making skills, with the ability to resolve complex issues and mitigate risks effectively.
The ideal candidate must be eligible to work in Belgium with no visa restrictions. Please apply with your updated CV and we will contact you in return for a confidential discussion. All applicants can expect a response after 24 hours.