Project Director

Our client is a leading multinational engineering services provider and general contractor who employ over 2,000 and deliver leading-edge construction solutions across a range of key sectors including Data Centres, Healthcare, Life Sciences and Technology, Fire protection, Building Services, and Technical Support Services. They are currently looking for a Project Director to join them on a Data Centre project in Paris, France.

You Will Be Responsible For:

• Provide overall leadership and strategic direction for the successful delivery of complex data centre projects, ensuring alignment with client objectives, contractual obligations, and company goals.
• Oversee all phases of the project lifecycle, from pre-construction through to handover, ensuring key milestones, quality standards, budgets, and timelines are achieved.
• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams, including construction, commercial, design, planning, procurement, and HSEQ functions, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Act as the primary point of contact for the client and key stakeholders, managing relationships, expectations, and communication to ensure satisfaction and repeat business.
• Take full responsibility for project governance, commercial performance, risk management, and compliance with legal, contractual, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor project progress and proactively address any deviations, challenges, or risks through timely decision-making and corrective action in collaboration with senior leadership.
• Champion health, safety, environmental, and quality standards across the project, ensuring they are embedded into all aspects of planning and delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement, innovation, and best practices across project delivery, contributing to organisational learning and future project optimisation.

You Will Need:

• Degree in Construction, Engineering, or related field.
• 15+ years of experience in large-scale construction projects, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and teams in Austria or Europe.
• Excellent project management skills, with experience in delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Familiarity with project management software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project).
• Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• An EU passport may not be required, but is desirable.

Savile Lloyd and our Clients are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and believe that a diverse team drives innovation and success. Savile Lloyd is dedicated to ensuring equal opportunity for all, and we encourage individuals from underrepresented communities to apply.