Project Director – Data Centre Projects in Europe

About the Opportunity

Designer Group is seeking a Project Director (Electrical) to join the Operations team in our data centre business as part of an exciting company expansion project. The successful candidate will provide leadership to project operations across various contracts in Europe.

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, managing site teams, standards, people management, and project execution from pre-construction through completion.
• 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.
• Manage design review, coordination, installation, commissioning, O&M closeout documentation, and ensure installations are fit for purpose and completed on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Supervise labour, materials, plant movement, site operations, and resource planning to maintain programme milestones and avoid delays or corrective actions.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, contractors, subcontractors, and project stakeholders while maintaining accurate records and regular progress reporting.
• Manage project variations, monthly valuations, commercial reporting, and successful project closeout to budgeted profit levels.
• Attend and lead project/design/progress meetings, ensuring effective communication, coordination, and achievement of project deadlines and milestones.
• Carry out any additional duties as directed in support of project and business requirements.

About You

Requirements for the role:

• Electrical Related HNC, Degree or equivalent
• 10+ Years relevant experience
• Self-motivated with the ability to use initiative, prioritise workload, multitask, and work effectively under pressure.
• Strong organisational, time management, and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to technical detail.
• Effective written and verbal communicator with strong presentation and influencing skills.
• Confident interacting and building professional relationships with all levels of staff, both on site and in the office.
• Responsible, proactive, and positive with a strong “can do” attitude.

Benefits

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

About Company

Designer Group is a leading international mechanical & electrical provider specialising in turnkey packages for the design, supply, and installation of M&E services. Headquartered in Dublin, we work with some of the world's largest multinational companies.

Our Values:

• Safe
• Trust
• Respect
• Challenge
• Deliver