Project Director

Project Director | Data Centre Construction | West London |  Excellent Package

Lead the Delivery of a Landmark Data Centre Project

Are you an experienced Project Director with a proven track record of delivering complex, high-value construction projects?

We are recruiting for a Project Director to lead the delivery of a flagship £100 million data centre project in West London. This is a rare opportunity to take full ownership of a technically challenging scheme for a well-established principal contractor specialising in mission-critical environments.

You'll be responsible for driving the project from construction through to successful completion, leading a high-performing team while ensuring exceptional standards of safety, quality, programme and commercial performance.

If you've successfully delivered large-scale projects for a Tier 1 or leading main contractor and thrive in fast-paced, technically demanding environments, we'd like to hear from you.

The Role

As Project Director, you will provide strategic leadership across the entire project lifecycle, ensuring the successful delivery of this flagship data centre.

Working closely with clients, consultants, subcontractors and senior leadership, you'll be accountable for programme, commercial performance, risk management and operational excellence.

Your responsibilities will include:

Leading the delivery of a circa £100m data centre project from construction through to completion.

Managing multidisciplinary site teams, senior project staff and specialist subcontractors.

Building strong relationships with clients, consultants and the wider supply chain.

Driving programme performance, quality standards and commercial success.

Leading all Health & Safety initiatives and ensuring full compliance across site.

Overseeing project planning, procurement and resource management.

Managing risk, project reporting and financial performance alongside the commercial team.

Ensuring all works are delivered in accordance with NEC/JCT contracts, specifications and company procedures.

Mentoring and developing project teams while creating a collaborative, high-performance culture.

Representing the business professionally to maximise client satisfaction and future opportunities.

About You

We're looking for a confident and commercially astute construction leader with extensive experience delivering major projects.

You'll ideally have:

Proven experience as a Project Director or Senior Project Manager delivering projects valued at £50m+ for a Tier 1 or leading main contractor.

Previous experience delivering data centres, mission-critical, pharmaceutical, life sciences or other highly serviced MEP-intensive projects.

Excellent understanding of complex MEP installations and commissioning.

Strong knowledge of Design & Build procurement.

Experience managing NEC and JCT contracts.

Outstanding leadership and stakeholder management skills.

Excellent commercial awareness and risk management capability.

A proactive approach to Health, Safety and Quality.

Degree qualified in Construction, Civil Engineering or a related discipline.

Professional membership (CIOB, RICS, ICE or similar) would be advantageous.

SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications.

What's On Offer

Salary: Very attractive

Car Allowance

Competitive Pension Scheme

Private BUPA Healthcare & Cash Plan

Electric Vehicle Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Eyecare Vouchers

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Birthday Day Off

Long-term career progression with a growing specialist contractor

Opportunity to lead one of West London's most significant data centre developments

Why Apply?

Data centre construction continues to be one of the fastest-growing sectors within the UK construction industry. This role offers the chance to take the lead on a flagship project with a respected contractor known for delivering complex, technically challenging developments.

You'll be joining a business that values collaboration, innovation and long-term client partnerships, giving you the autonomy, support and resources needed to deliver an exceptional project while advancing your own career.

Apply Now

If you're an experienced Project Director, Senior Project Manager, or Construction Director with experience delivering large-scale data centre or mission-critical projects, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today for a confidential discussion and take the next step in your construction leadership career.