Project Director - Data Centre Projects

JLL

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
15+ years construction project management
8+ years data centre infrastructure experience
Hv/mv/lv power distribution expertise
The Project Director will lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex data centre construction projects valued at $50M to $500M+ from design through commissioning

Job Summary

  • The Project Director will lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex data centre construction projects valued at $50M to $500M+ from design through commissioning.
  • This role requires extensive infrastructure experience managing large-scale, mission-critical facilities with demanding technical requirements including power distribution and cooling systems.
  • JLL is committed to hiring talented people to shape the future of real estate by combining world-class services, advisory, and technology for their clients.

Matching Summary

The Project Director will lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex data centre construction projects valued at $50M to $500M+ from design through commissioning.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 15+ years construction project management
  • 8+ years data centre infrastructure experience
  • HV/MV/LV power distribution expertise
  • CRAC/CRAH liquid cooling systems knowledge
  • Uptime Institute Tiers standards compliance
  • $50M-$500M+ project budget management

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with hyperscale clients like AWS or Google
  • International project delivery experience
  • Knowledge of LEED and BREEAM sustainability frameworks
  • Familiarity with DfMA and off-site construction methodologies
  • Strong stakeholder relationship building skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management
  • Professional registration (PE, CEng, PMP) preferred
  • Proven track record delivering projects exceeding $50M
  • Experience with hyperscale, colocation, or enterprise data centres

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