Project Development Manager – Data Centre

Overview

In this role you drive the development of METLEN’s data centre portfolio in Western Europe, from early rights assessment to Ready-to-Build and sale. You will lead a London-based Data Centre team, coordinate with internal and external partners, and advance opportunities across the UK, Germany and Spain. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to progress projects, manage milestones, and monitor regulatory developments. The opportunity offers impact at scale in a growing, international data centre platform.

Pay / Benefits

• Attractive remuneration package
• Friendly and professional working environment
• Continuous training and development
• Cooperation, creativity and innovation
• Opportunities to work across international markets

Responsibilities

• Support the Regional Head of Project Development in implementing the strategic plan for data centre development across Western Europe
• Assist in building, coordinating and mentoring the new Data Centre team in London
• Identify and evaluate new project opportunities originated through METLEN’s local development partners
• Participate in due diligence processes for potential buy-side transactions
• Coordinate the development of ongoing data centre projects, monitoring progress and reporting on key milestones
• Work closely with EPC, Grid, Legal and other relevant departments to execute project development activities
• Support sell-side transaction processes
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including authorities, consultants and development partners
• Monitor relevant regulatory and market developments and provide updates to the wider team

Key requirements

• 4–6 years of experience in infrastructure project development, ideally with data centre assets
• Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritise tasks effectively
• An entrepreneurial mindset and the ambition to contribute to establishing METLEN as a leading data centre player in Western Europe
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with strong written and spoken English
• Willingness to travel as required for project development activities and stakeholder meetings

• strong written and spoken English
• excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• analytical and problem-solving abilities
• data centre development
• due diligence processes
• project coordination across EPC/Grid/Legal

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