Head of Construction – Data Centres

Job Description

Head of Construction – Data Centers

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Lead the Future of Digital Infrastructure Across Europe.

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Are you ready to take ownership of one of the most exciting growth opportunities in the construction and technology landscape?

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A leading European contractor is seeking an exceptional Regional Director to build, lead, and accelerate a high-performing business unit delivering some of the world’s most complex and critical digital infrastructure projects.

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This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of a growing division, influence strategy at the highest level, and oversee the delivery of landmark data centre campuses for some of the world’s largest technology companies.

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The Company

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Operating at the forefront of the data centre revolution, this organisation is redefining how large-scale digital infrastructure is delivered.

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With a strong track record partnering with global technology leaders, they deliver mission-critical facilities across Europe, from hyperscale campuses to sophisticated colocation developments. Their reputation is built on technical excellence, innovation, and the ability to deliver projects of exceptional scale and complexity.

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As demand for digital infrastructure continues to accelerate, they are expanding their leadership team to support the next phase of ambitious growth.

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The Opportunity

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As Operations Director – Data Centers, you will take full strategic and operational ownership of the European Data Center business unit.

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You will be responsible for driving growth, strengthening client partnerships, and building a world-class delivery platform capable of supporting some of the largest data centre programmes in Europe.

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Working closely with executive leadership, you will:

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• Lead and expand the European data centre division, shaping strategy and driving long-term growth.

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• Develop and maintain senior relationships with hyperscale clients, technology partners, and key industry stakeholders.

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• Oversee a portfolio of major data centre campus projects, ensuring exceptional delivery, commercial performance, and client satisfaction.

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• Build and lead high-performing regional teams across multiple locations.

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• Identify new market opportunities and position the business for continued success.

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• Provide strategic insight and leadership across project delivery, operations, and business development.

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This role will involve regular travel across Europe, visiting major project sites and engaging directly with clients and delivery teams.

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About You

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You are an established leader within the data centre sector with the ambition and capability to build something exceptional.

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You will bring:

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• Proven leadership experience within data centres, mission-critical construction, or large-scale infrastructure delivery.

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• A background working for a leading General Contractor, EPC, or Project Management Consultancy.

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• A strong track record delivering complex, high-value data centre projects.

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• The ability to build trusted relationships with global clients and senior stakeholders.

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• Commercial awareness and the ability to identify and convert growth opportunities.

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• Experience leading geographically dispersed teams and operating in a fast-paced environment.

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• The vision, energy, and leadership skills required to develop a successful business unit.

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Why Join?

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This is more than a regional leadership role, it is an opportunity to define and grow a major European data centre business.

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You will have the autonomy, influence, and resources to make a lasting impact while working alongside some of the most influential technology companies in the world.

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Join a business at the centre of the digital transformation and play a key role in delivering the infrastructure that powers the future.

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Ready to lead the next generation of European data centres? Apply today.

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