" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eSenior Project Director - Data Centre\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19887\"\u003e Other \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19888\"\u003e Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19889\"\u003e Public \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19890\"\u003e All Sydney NSW \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 16/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eSenior Project Director\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHyperscaler\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eData Centres\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSenior Project Director, Data Centres |\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe opportunity\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Data centres are among the fastest-growing sectors in Australian construction, and this is a chance to lead a major build program at the centre of it. A global project management consultancy is looking for a Senior Project Director to oversee a portfolio of data centre projects for one of Australia\u0026rsquo;s leading data centre operators.\u003cbr\u003e This is a senior, high-visibility role. You\u0026rsquo;ll be the key day-to-day client interface for the program, accountable for delivering multiple mission-critical projects to time, cost, quality and safety targets, while leading a multi-disciplinary team of Project Directors, Senior Project Managers, Project Managers and Coordinators.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout the role\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You\u0026rsquo;ll provide leadership and direction across the full project lifecycle: initiation, planning and design, procurement, construction and handover. Reporting to the Account Lead, you will:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead delivery across a portfolio of major data centre developments, with overall accountability for programme, cost, risk, quality and safety\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAct as the senior client-facing lead, building trusted relationships with executive stakeholders and program sponsors\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead procurement strategy, tendering and contract negotiation for major packages, including long lead equipment\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOversee contract administration, variations and claims, protecting the commercial interests of both the client and the business\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDrive value engineering, buildability reviews and critical review of design and documentation\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNavigate planning pathways, authority approvals and utility connections\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChair PCG and senior stakeholder meetings, and ensure accurate, timely reporting to the client and leadership\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSet the safety culture on site and in design, and lead the implementation of HSE systems\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCoach, develop and structure a high-performing delivery team\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContribute to business development, including EOIs, pricing submissions and thought leadership\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout you\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You\u0026rsquo;re an experienced data centre or mission-critical delivery leader who is as comfortable in a boardroom as on site. You\u0026rsquo;ll bring:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e12+ years in data centre or mission-critical construction project management\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProven experience as a Project Director or Construction Director within a PMC, EPCM, Construction Management or General Contractor environment\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA track record of leading major projects and programmes end-to-end, ideally including hyperscale or mission-critical data centre developments in Australia\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong commercial acumen and contract administration experience across the full pre-contract and post-contract lifecycle\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIn-depth knowledge of construction methods, building codes, regulations and safety standards on complex, large-scale projects\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProficiency in budgets, forecasting, cash flow and change order assessment, plus project controls tools such as Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA solid understanding of different delivery methods (Project Management, Construction Management, Managing Contractor, Lump Sum, D\u0026amp;C)\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA degree in Construction Management, Engineering or a related discipline (PMP or PRINCE2 highly regarded)\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e Experience working for Principal Contractors or in client-side project management is also highly regarded.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy join?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead a flagship program on a strong, long-term pipeline of work\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExecutive-level client exposure and real influence over how the program is delivered\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork on projects at national scale in a sector with sustained growth\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe backing, systems and global network of a leading consultancy\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA leadership role with scope to shape the team and grow the account\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHow to apply\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Apply or contact Conor at Gough Recruitment for a confidential conversation: cmace@goughrecruitment.com.au / +61 448 478 068. 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