Project Director Capital Infrastructure Projects
LONDON, United Kingdom (On-site)
Job Info
- Job Identification 7330
- Job Category Business Support
- Job Schedule Full time
- Job Shift Day
Job Description
Your role
Regional & SubRegional Leadership
Lead and oversee sub regional Operations project teams across EMEA, including Africa.
Set clear regional direction, standards, and priorities while enabling effective local execution.
Act as senior escalation point for high risk or operationally sensitive projects
Maximize project management efficiency using available systems and technologies.
Provide guidance and support to junior team members as needed.
Conduct health checks on programmes or projects as required.
Provide support to less experienced team members as needed.
Capital & Energy Project Delivery (Live Sites)
Deliver theEMEA internal CapEx portfolio, including lifecycle replacement, resilience upgrades, capacity optimisation, regulatory works, andenergy efficiency initiatives.
Ensure all projects are delivered safely, on time, within approved budgets, and without impact to live operations or customer availability.
Drive standardisation and best practice in livesite project delivery across the region.
Energy Efficiency
Leadenergy efficiency and sustainabilitydriven capital projectsin partnership with Operations, Engineering, and Sustainability teams.
Ensure robust commissioning, measurement, and validation of energy outcomes.
Embed energy efficiency considerations into all relevant capital planning.
Investment Governance & Financial Management
Work closely withPortfolio Management and Financeto develop business cases and supportproject approval and investment governance.
Own regional CapEx planning, forecasting, budget control, and variance management.
Ensure consistent financial governance and reporting across subregions.
Operational Risk, Change & Safety
Embed strong operational risk management, change control, commissioning, and handover disciplines.
Champion a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all EHS, CDM (where applicable), and local regulatory requirements.
Coordinate closely with Operations leadership on outages, maintenance windows, and risk mitigation.
People & Capability
Develop and mentor subregional Operations project leaders and teams.
Build succession and capability across the EMEA Operations projects organisation.
Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement.
What you’ll need
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a role as a Project Manager in technical / data center environments, ideally in a management role
Educated to a technical degree at Bachelor or equivalent
Proven experience in managing complex projects, preferably in technical/data center environments.
Good overall knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems in an industrial or Data Center setting.
Relevant Project Management certifications are required.
Proven track record of high-quality Project Management Skills.
Managing "operational" staff: defining work plans, outcomes, supervising quality execution (Expert, 3+ years)
Electrical and/or mechanical and infrastructure knowledge on high-available data center or other industry architectures
Skilled in supplier management in connection with expansion projects (Skilled)
Skilled in large-scale technical infrastructure systems, preferably in Data Center technology (Skilled)
NOTES:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Digital Realty is an equal opportunity employer, EOE/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled. All applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or other status protected by law or Company policy.
Digital Realty is a publicly traded company (NYSE: DLR) with investment grade ratings from all three major ratings agencies.
Please do not forward unsolicited resumes to any employee of Digital Realty and its subsidiaries. Digital Realty is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited referrals.
Required Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Authenticity & Adaptability
- Building effective team & Driving results
- Business Strategy
- Communicating with impact
- Communication
- Data Center Operations
- Developing Commercial Mindset
- Drive execution of Strategy
- Effective conflict management
- Influence & negotiations
- Leading Self / Teams with Self Awareness
Project Director Capital Infrastructure Projects
LONDON, United Kingdom (On-site)
Job Info
- Job Identification 7330
- Job Category Business Support
- Job Schedule Full time
- Job Shift Day
Job Description
Your role
Regional & SubRegional Leadership
Lead and oversee sub regional Operations project teams across EMEA, including Africa.
Set clear regional direction, standards, and priorities while enabling effective local execution.
Act as senior escalation point for high risk or operationally sensitive projects
Maximize project management efficiency using available systems and technologies.
Provide guidance and support to junior team members as needed.
Conduct health checks on programmes or projects as required.
Provide support to less experienced team members as needed.
Capital & Energy Project Delivery (Live Sites)
Deliver theEMEA internal CapEx portfolio, including lifecycle replacement, resilience upgrades, capacity optimisation, regulatory works, andenergy efficiency initiatives.
Ensure all projects are delivered safely, on time, within approved budgets, and without impact to live operations or customer availability.
Drive standardisation and best practice in livesite project delivery across the region.
Energy Efficiency
Leadenergy efficiency and sustainabilitydriven capital projectsin partnership with Operations, Engineering, and Sustainability teams.
Ensure robust commissioning, measurement, and validation of energy outcomes.
Embed energy efficiency considerations into all relevant capital planning.
Investment Governance & Financial Management
Work closely withPortfolio Management and Financeto develop business cases and supportproject approval and investment governance.
Own regional CapEx planning, forecasting, budget control, and variance management.
Ensure consistent financial governance and reporting across subregions.
Operational Risk, Change & Safety
Embed strong operational risk management, change control, commissioning, and handover disciplines.
Champion a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all EHS, CDM (where applicable), and local regulatory requirements.
Coordinate closely with Operations leadership on outages, maintenance windows, and risk mitigation.
People & Capability
Develop and mentor subregional Operations project leaders and teams.
Build succession and capability across the EMEA Operations projects organisation.
Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement.
What you’ll need
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a role as a Project Manager in technical / data center environments, ideally in a management role
Educated to a technical degree at Bachelor or equivalent
Proven experience in managing complex projects, preferably in technical/data center environments.
Good overall knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems in an industrial or Data Center setting.
Relevant Project Management certifications are required.
Proven track record of high-quality Project Management Skills.
Managing “operational” staff: defining work plans, outcomes, supervising quality execution (Expert, 3+ years)
Electrical and/or mechanical and infrastructure knowledge on high-available data center or other industry architectures
Skilled in supplier management in connection with expansion projects (Skilled)
Skilled in large-scale technical infrastructure systems, preferably in Data Center technology (Skilled)
NOTES:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Digital Realty is an equal opportunity employer, EOE/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled. All applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or other status protected by law or Company policy.
Digital Realty is a publicly traded company (NYSE: DLR) with investment grade ratings from all three major ratings agencies.
Please do not forward unsolicited resumes to any employee of Digital Realty and its subsidiaries. Digital Realty is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited referrals.
Required Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Authenticity & Adaptability
- Building effective team & Driving results
- Business Strategy
- Communicating with impact
- Communication
- Data Center Operations
- Developing Commercial Mindset
- Drive execution of Strategy
- Effective conflict management
- Influence & negotiations
- Leading Self / Teams with Self Awareness
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