Project Director – Data Centres Sydney & Melbourne | Full time Our client is a leading global professional services and project management consultancy, recognised as a market leader in delivering major Data Centre programs across Australia and internationally. They are seeking an experienced

Project Director

to lead delivery on a significant hyperscale data centre program.

The Role As Project Director, you will provide leadership and direction across the full project lifecycle — from initiation, design and approvals through to procurement, construction and handover. You'll act as the key day-to-day client interface, leading a multi-disciplinary team and ensuring projects are delivered to time, cost, quality and safety targets at the highest standard.

Key Responsibilities

Lead overall project delivery and client relationship management on a major data centre program

Own project planning, risk management, cost and commercial management, and quality control

Lead RFP preparation, tendering, contract negotiation and award for major packages

Oversee contract administration, variations and claims management





Lead value engineering and buildability reviews to minimise risk and maximise outcomes

Maintain robust working knowledge of data centre development requirements, including authority approvals and utility connections

Lead and develop a team of Senior Project Managers, Project Managers and Coordinators

About You

10+ years' experience in Data Centre or mission‑critical project/construction management

Experience as a Project Director or Construction Director within a PMC, EPCM, Construction Management environment, or as a General Contractor

Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or a related discipline

Project management qualification highly regarded (PRINCE2, PMP or similar)

Strong pre- and post‑contract, full lifecycle delivery background

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the gravitas to operate at senior client level

Experience with project controls methodology (e.g. P6) and commercial negotiation

This is a rare chance to join a global leader in the data centre sector and play a pivotal role in shaping Australia's digital infrastructure future.
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