FRPBL3110
Project Director - Data Center
Paris, France
EU Work Authorization
20+ years
Available from December 2024
2 months
Contact Information
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Work Type
Full-time, permanent or contract
Work Authorization
EU
Available From
December 2024
Notice Period
2 months
Professional Summary
Senior Project Director with over 20 years of comprehensive experience in managing large-scale data center construction and infrastructure projects across Europe and internationally.
Proven expertise in leading multidisciplinary teams, coordinating complex MEP installations, and delivering mission-critical facilities on time and within budget. Extensive background in hyperscale data centers, colocation facilities, and enterprise infrastructure projects.
Strong strategic planning and execution capabilities with a track record of successfully managing projects valued at €50M+ while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and operational excellence.
Key Highlights
- 20+ years of experience in data center and critical infrastructure project management
- Successfully delivered 15+ hyperscale data center projects across Europe
- Expert in MEP coordination and mission-critical facility construction
- Managed project portfolios exceeding €200M in total value
- Proven track record in fast-track and design-build delivery methods
- Strong leadership of multidisciplinary teams (50-200+ personnel)
- Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and PRINCE2 Practitioner
- Multilingual: Fluent in French, English, and conversational German
Career History
Project Director - Data Centers
Praxima / Major Contractor
Europe2018 - PresentCurrent Position
Leading strategic data center projects across multiple European markets, overseeing full project lifecycle from design through commissioning
Key Responsibilities:
- •Managing complete project lifecycle for hyperscale data center facilities
- •Coordinating multidisciplinary teams including MEP, structural, and civil contractors
- •Budget management and cost control for projects up to €80M
- •Stakeholder management with clients, consultants, and regulatory authorities
- •Risk assessment and mitigation planning for mission-critical projects
- •Quality assurance and compliance with international data center standards
Key Achievements:
- Delivered 8 hyperscale data center projects totaling 150MW capacity
- Achieved 98% on-time delivery rate across all managed projects
- Reduced construction costs by 12% through value engineering initiatives
- Maintained zero critical safety incidents across all projects
- Successfully managed fast-track projects with 18-month delivery schedules
Senior Project Manager
International Construction Firm
France & EU2012 - 2018
Managed data center and industrial facility projects, focusing on MEP systems and critical infrastructure
Key Responsibilities:
- •Project planning and scheduling for data center construction projects
- •Coordination of MEP contractors and subcontractors
- •Client liaison and reporting on project progress
- •Budget tracking and financial reporting
- •Quality control and commissioning oversight
Key Achievements:
- Successfully delivered 12 data center projects ranging from 5-40MW
- Implemented project management systems improving efficiency by 20%
- Achieved average client satisfaction rating of 4.8/5.0
- Promoted to Project Director based on consistent performance
Project Manager
Engineering Contractor
France2005 - 2012
Managed various commercial and industrial construction projects with focus on technical installations
Key Responsibilities:
- •End-to-end project management for commercial facilities
- •Team coordination and resource allocation
- •Contract management and procurement
- •Site supervision and progress monitoring
Key Achievements:
- Delivered 25+ projects with combined value of €100M+
- Achieved PMP certification in 2008
- Built strong reputation for technical excellence and client service
Skills & Expertise
Data Center DesignProject ManagementMEP CoordinationConstruction ManagementBudget ControlStakeholder ManagementRisk ManagementTeam Leadership
Languages
- French (Native)
- English (Fluent)
- German (Intermediate)
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