Project Director

Turner & Townsend are leaders in professional services to the Data Centre sector globally. Due to the continued success and expansion of our Data Centre business in the Nordics area we are currently recruiting for a Project Director to join our Data Centre team in Oulu, Finland. With a market leading client base and the opportunity to take the lead on strategic commissions and high-profile projects, this is an exciting time to join the business unit and grow a career with Turner & Townsend. This role is client facing, working within a professional and ambitious team, where you will receive excellent support. We have brought our brightest minds together to respond to our client’s Project and Programme management objectives working on major hyperscale projects. Responsibilities As a Project Director, you will be responsible for: Leading and managing large-scale and complex data centre projects in the real estate sector, from feasibility, design, construction and completion Developing and implementing project strategies, plans and large scale budgets on complex construction projects Establishing and maintaining effective processes and systems to be utilised throughout the project Monitoring and reporting on project progress and other performance indicators Managing and mitigating risks and issues Preparing and delivering written project communication materials Preparing and presenting formal project progress and other reports Managing and coordinating the client, contractors and designers Attending and chairing meetings and drafting minutes, etc. Other responsibilities, to include:Developing and delivering presentation materials for client pitches, etc. Managing and updating key information into the Turner & Townsend internal database Providing thought leadership and insights on the latest trends and innovations in the Data Centre real estate sector Qualifications: University Degree in an construction related field and / or trade qualification Minimum 12 years’ work experience in construction, including experience in large scale mission critical projects Track record of delivering the construction of hyperscale Data Centre projects ideally from inception to completion Experience of master planning/strategic estate development and capital project planning for business case compilation is desirable Demonstrable experience in client-facing roles at all levels Relevant qualification (project management or construction management) preferred Good knowledge of construction industry and Data Centre sector themes Good knowledge of project lifecycle and business case approvals process Availability for on-site work Additional Information: Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change. We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/