Sector Lead – Data Centres & Telecoms Construction

VACANCY REF: CK2570792

About the Role:

Are you an expert in the construction of data centres, with a deep understanding of the unique demands of this fast-growing sector?

We are looking for a Sector Lead with extensive experience in the data centre and telecommunications industries to join a prestigious consultancy.

As the Sector Lead, you will have the opportunity to manage and oversee high-profile projects from inception to completion, ensuring that the highest standards are met in every phase of development.

This role requires strong commercial acumen, project management expertise, and a proven track record of delivering large-scale data centre projects on time and within budget. The successful candidate will bring in-depth knowledge of commercial and contracting processes, from initial inquiry through to final completion, ensuring seamless project execution and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage, and oversee multiple data centre and telecoms construction projects.
• Provide comprehensive end-to-end project delivery, from feasibility and planning stages through to construction, commissioning, and handover.
• Develop and manage project plans, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Lead and develop a specialist team, working across the UK.
• Offer turnkey solutions, combining project management, commercial management, and contract administration.
• Guide commercial and contracting processes, including procurement, cost planning, contract formation, and dispute resolution.
• Engage with stakeholders, clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies to ensure smooth project execution.
• Oversee acquisition services, due diligence, and environmental considerations for data centre construction.
• Develop strategies for cost efficiency, sustainability, and innovation within the sector.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Extensive experience in the construction and delivery of data centres, with a proven track record in leading large-scale projects.
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of contracting processes, including procurement, contract administration, and dispute resolution.
• Expertise in project management, commercial management, cost planning, and environmental regulations related to data centre construction.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and communicate effectively at all levels.
• Experience in delivering hyperscale data centre projects is highly desirable.

Specialties We’re Looking For:

• Data Centre Construction
• Project Management & Commercial Management
• Contract Administration & Formation
• Cost Planning & Procurement
• Acquisition Services & Due Diligence
• Dispute Resolution & Environmental Considerations

Why Join Us?

• We are Working with one of the UKs leading consultancy firms in the construction.
• Lead exciting and innovative projects in a fast-growing global market.
• Competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for career growth.

If you are a visionary leader with the technical expertise and commercial mindset to thrive in the data centre construction sector, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply Now to join the team and shape the future of data centre construction.

Contact Caroline Kingsley, all enquiries are in strictest of confidence

T: 07768381831

E: caroline@kingsleyrecruitment.co.uk

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