Project Director – Data Centre Projects in Europe

About the Opportunity

Designer Group is seeking a Project Director (Electrical) to join the Operations team in the data centre business as part of an exciting company expansion project.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Designer Group Quality, Safety, Environmental systems, policies, procedures, and Health & Safety requirements.
• Lead the operational delivery of DC Projects in Europe, managing site teams, standards, people management, and project execution from pre-construction through completion.
• Develop and manage procurement strategies, schedules, subcontract/order packages, technical submittals, and contractor design deliverables.
• Oversee planning, programming, forecasting, reporting, cost control, budgeting, value engineering, and financial performance of projects.
• Manage design review, coordination, installation, commissioning, O&M closeout documentation, and ensure installations are fit for purpose and completed on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Supervise labour, materials, plant movement, site operations, and resource planning to maintain programme milestones and avoid delays or corrective actions.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, contractors, subcontractors, and project stakeholders while maintaining accurate records and regular progress reporting.
• Manage project variations, monthly valuations, commercial reporting, and successful project closeout to budgeted profit levels.
• Attend and lead project/design/progress meetings, ensuring effective communication, coordination, and achievement of project deadlines and milestones.
• Carry out any additional duties as directed in support of project and business requirements.

About You

Requirements:

• Electrical Related HNC, Degree, or equivalent
• 10+ Years relevant experience
• Self-motivated with the ability to use initiative, prioritise workload, multitask, and work effectively under pressure.
• Strong organisational, time management, and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to technical detail.
• Effective written and verbal communicator with strong presentation and influencing skills.
• Confident interacting and building professional relationships with all levels of staff, both on site and in the office.
• Responsible, proactive, and positive with a strong “can do” attitude.

Benefits

No specific benefits mentioned.

About Company

Designer Group is a leading international mechanical & electrical provider specialising in turnkey packages for the design, supply, and installation of M&E services. Headquartered in Dublin, we employ a large team of experienced and dedicated colleagues across the Group. Our common purpose is delivering ambitious, innovative, and sustainable engineering solutions.

Our Values:

• Safe
• Trust
• Respect
• Challenge
• Deliver

Designer Group has a substantial pipeline of work in Ireland, Europe, Africa, and South America.