Lead Advisor, Data Centre Delivery

CK2570792 - Job Title: Lead Advisor, Data Centre Delivery

Location: Bristol, Birmingham, Manchester or Leeds

Sector: Construction – Data Centres & Telecommunications

Salary: £120-150K + Benefits DOE

We ae looking to a appoint a National Lead to build and grow a Project Advisory Team, to deliver Data Centres across the UK.

Key Requirements:

• Construction-related degree and RICS qualified or equivalent professional accreditation.
• Proven track record in building and leading high-performing teams.
• Extensive experience in business development within the data centre and telecoms construction sectors.
• Strong network of industry contacts within the data centre sector.
• In-depth knowledge of project and commercial management.

About the Role:

Are you an expert who has lived and breathed data centre construction and possesses a strong network of contacts within this fast-growing sector? We are seeking a Sector Lead with extensive experience in the data centre and telecommunications industries to join a prestigious consultancy.

As the Sector Lead, you will oversee and manage high-profile data centre projects from inception to completion, ensuring excellence in every phase. This role demands strong commercial acumen, exceptional project management expertise, and a proven history of delivering large-scale data centre projects on time and within budget. Your ability to build and develop teams and drive business growth will be essential in shaping the success of this division.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage, and oversee multiple data centre and telecoms construction projects.
• Deliver comprehensive end-to-end project management from feasibility and planning through to construction, commissioning, and handover.
• Develop and manage project plans, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Build and lead a specialist team working across the UK.
• Drive business development strategies to enhance market presence and client engagement.
• Offer turnkey solutions that integrate project management, commercial management, and contract administration.
• Oversee 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 that prioritize cost efficiency, sustainability, and innovation within the sector.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Construction-related degree and RICS qualified (or equivalent).
• Proven experience in building and leading high-performing teams.
• Extensive background in business development and client relationship management.
• Strong commercial awareness and an in-depth 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 communicate and influence 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?

• Work with one of the UK's leading consultancy firms in the construction sector.
• Lead innovative and challenging projects in a rapidly growing global market.
• Competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.

If you are a visionary leader with the technical expertise, team-building capability, and business acumen 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

Phone: 07768381831

Email: caroline@kingsleyrecruitment.co.uk

Schedule a meeting: https://calendly.com/caroline-200/15min

All enquiries are in the strictest confidence