Technical Director - Data Centre Projects

JLL

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
On-site
Ai data centre automation
Central command centre design
Ai system implementation roadmaps
JLL is seeking a Technical Director for Data Centre Projects in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, who will serve as a strategic advisor for automation and AI integration in large-scale data centers. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in technology infrastructure, particularly in mission-critical environments, and possess a deep understanding of automation and AI systems

Job Summary

  • This position serves as a strategic advisor to the client's automation and IT leadership, defining and packaging automation and AI scope for large-scale AI data centers exceeding 1 GW capacity globally or regionally.
  • The role ensures requirements are clear, coordinated, and market-ready while integrating AI management systems that automate operations at both individual data centre and campus levels.
  • Acting as PMC technical lead advisor for automation, the position coordinates inputs from designers, operators, and vendors to develop comprehensive roadmaps for successful AI system implementation, bridging strategic vision with technical execution across hyperscale data centre environments.

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JLL is seeking a Technical Director for Data Centre Projects in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, who will serve as a strategic advisor for automation and AI integration in large-scale data centers. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in technology infrastructure, particularly in mission-critical environments, and possess a deep understanding of automation and AI systems.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • AI data centre automation
  • Central Command Centre design
  • AI system implementation roadmaps
  • hyperscale data centre environments
  • BACnet protocols and command centre networks

Nice-to-have

  • strategic client advisory
  • market-ready requirements
  • technical execution bridging
  • non-technical language reporting

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, IT, or related field
  • 20+ years in technology infrastructure and automation projects
  • 10+ years in mission-critical data centre environments
  • 5+ years with AI data centres or hyperscale facilities (500MW+ capacity)
  • Proven track record in PMC or advisory roles

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