Project Lead - Data Centre Construction
This international engineering and construction contractor specialises in the delivery of large-scale mission critical and data centre projects across Europe.
With a strong pipeline of hyperscale data centre developments currently in delivery, the company has built a reputation for high-quality programme execution, technical expertise, and delivering complex projects safely and efficiently.
Due to continued expansion across the Nordic region, they are now seeking an experienced Project Lead for a major data centre project in Belgium .
The Role: Project Lead
Reporting to the Construction Director, the Project Lead will take overall responsibility for programme delivery, commercial performance, subcontractor management, and client coordination on a large-scale data centre construction project.
This is a senior leadership role requiring strong experience managing multidisciplinary construction teams within fast-paced mission critical environments.
The successful Project Lead will oversee project schedules, budgets, procurement activities, subcontractor coordination, and key stakeholder engagement while ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, and to the highest quality standards.
Must Have Requirements
Must have 10 year's experience in a Project Lead, Project Manager, or senior construction leadership role
Proven experience required delivering large-scale data centre, mission critical, industrial, or major M&E construction projects
Strong commercial and financial management experience required
Experience managing subcontractors, consultants, and multidisciplinary project teams
Proven ability required managing complex construction programmes and milestone deliveryPreferred Experience
Data centre construction experience preferred
Experience working on European construction projects beneficial
Strong understanding of construction procurement and long-lead equipment management
Experience leading client-facing project meetings advantageousNice to Have
Engineering or construction-related degree qualification
Experience working within live mission critical environments
Knowledge of commissioning and turnover processes beneficialKey Responsibilities
Manage overall project cost, programme, and delivery from inception through to completion
Coordinate subcontractors, consultants, suppliers, and specialist vendors across the project
Track and manage critical milestones to maintain programme delivery
Lead project coordination meetings with clients and internal stakeholders
Review construction proposals, pricing submissions, and scopes of work
Monitor project costs, risks, and commercial performance throughout delivery
Manage procurement schedules and oversee long-lead equipment delivery programmes
Review and validate subcontractor cost estimates and commercial submissions
Ensure quality, health & safety, and technical standards are maintained across the project
Report regularly to senior management and client teams on project performanceAbout You
You are a commercially aware and technically strong construction professional with experience leading major construction or mission critical projects.
You have proven leadership ability, strong communication skills, and experience coordinating large multidisciplinary teams in complex live project environments.
You understand programme management, subcontractor coordination, procurement, and commercial control while maintaining strong health & safety and quality standards throughout delivery.
You are comfortable operating within fast-paced project environments and driving teams to achieve demanding delivery milestones.
What's on Offer
Salary: €140,000 to €175,000 DOE
Benefits:
Rotation package
Accommodation provided
Flights included
Pension contribution
Healthcare
Annual bonus potential
Long-term European project pipeline
Career progression within a growing international contractorWhy Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Lead to join one of Europe's busiest data centre delivery contractors on a major hyperscale development
You will play a key role in the successful delivery of a technically challenging mission critical project while working alongside highly experienced construction and engineering teams.
The role offers long-term stability, exposure to large-scale European projects, and strong career progression opportunities within the rapidly growing data centre sector.
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