Associate Director - Data Centre Construction

• Full-time

Company Description

At Turner & Townsend we’re passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realize their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society. Every day we help our major global clients deliver ambitious and highly technical projects, in over 110 offices worldwide.

Job Description

Due to the continued success and expansion of our Industrial, Science and Tech business in Milan, we are interested in speaking with Associate Directors (Project Management) with a proven background in Hi-Tech construction projects and programmes of work. Your track record will have seen you manage at least one large scale project from one of the following subsectors: Data Centers; Pharma / Life Sciences; Industrial; Manufacturing; Logistics or similarly complex asset class.

Tasks:

• Lead and manage complex projects and programs as the key client interface.
• Develop working relationships, problem solving and driving projects to successful completion.
• Manage the design process to achieve the client's requirements and manage expectations.
• Review project plans and specifications, scheduling, cost-saving measures, discrepancies, potential construction problems, etc.
• Manage project timelines, risks, and reporting.
• Manage project budgets and advise on options to keep budget on track.
• Chair project meetings with clients and consultants.
• Engage with marketing and business development initiatives.

Qualifications

• A recognised Degree qualification relating to a technical field: Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or Architecture.
• 10+ years’ experience managing large scale projects in the Data Center, Industrial, Pharma, Manufacturing or Logistics sectors.
• Strong and current understanding of European design/code requirements and industry trends.
• Experienced in a variety of methods of procurement and forms of contract.
• Excellent command of written and spoken Italian as well as a professional English language level.
• Highly motivated and driven with a passion for delivering to your clients.

Additional Information

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.