Project Director – Data Centre Projects in Europe

About the Opportunity

As part of an exciting company expansion project, Designer Group is seeking a Project Director (Electrical) to join our Operations team in our data centre business. The Project Director will provide leadership to project operations across various contracts in Europe, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, high-quality standards, and exceeding client expectations. This role involves managing senior project personnel and delivering contracts under your control.

About Our Company

Designer Group is a leading international mechanical & electrical provider specializing in turnkey packages for the design, supply, and installation of M&E services. Headquartered in Dublin, we have a large team of experienced and dedicated colleagues. We work with multinational companies, delivering ambitious, innovative, and sustainable engineering solutions. Our values include Safe Trust Respect Challenge and Deliver.

This is an exciting time for Designer Group, with substantial work in Ireland, Europe, Africa, and South America.

Key Operational 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.
• 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.
• Supervise labour, materials, plant movement, site operations, and resource planning.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, contractors, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
• Manage project variations, monthly valuations, commercial reporting, and successful project closeout.
• Attend and lead project/design/progress meetings.

Person Specification

• Self-motivated with the ability to use initiative and work effectively under pressure.
• Strong organisational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communicator with strong presentation and influencing skills.
• Confident interacting and building professional relationships with all levels of staff.
• Responsible, proactive, and positive with a strong “can do” attitude.

Qualifications

Electrical Related HNC, Degree, or equivalent.