Data Center Project Management Lead

Data Center Project Management Lead (Pre-Construction & Construction), Technical Director Company: JLL About the Department The Company is a world class real estate development partner for our investor and corporate clients. Our services affect how millions of people live, work, and play every day. It is our responsibility to nurture the impact we can have on all projects and bring value into every detail. From development advisory to project and cost management, from program management to engineering design, smart building and sustainability, from fit‑out to asset repositioning and major base‑build schemes, our services span every dimension across all asset types, sectors and regions. Location Madrid, Spain Job Description As the Technical Director of Data Centers for Spain, Italy & Portugal you will be responsible for: Sales: Actively network, build and develop client relationships across the data center market. Develop opportunities on the data center market into proposals and sales. Liaise with other JLL expertise and departments to build integrated multi‑expertise approaches to solve clients’ complex problems. Lead bid responses on behalf of Project & Development services, confidently deliver client presentations / pitches. Manage or supervise contract negotiation process until signature. Technical Management: Provide technical leadership and oversight for all data center projects within Spain, Portugal and Italy, ensuring alignment with client requirements and company standards. Serve as the primary technical point of contact for data center projects, interacting with clients, internal teams and external vendors. Define project scope, objectives and technical requirements, working closely with project managers to develop comprehensive project plans. Oversee the technical design and implementation of data center solutions, ensuring adherence to industry best practices and client specifications. Review drawings, technical specifications and documentation, ensuring accuracy and completeness. Provide technical guidance on the selection of equipment, materials and vendors, ensuring cost‑effectiveness and quality. Identify and mitigate technical risks associated with data center projects, developing contingency plans and proactive solutions. Troubleshoot complex technical issues that arise during project execution, providing timely and effective resolution. Conduct technical reviews of project deliverables, ensuring compliance with quality standards and client expectations. Coordinate technical activities across multiple project teams, ensuring seamless integration and collaboration. Communicate technical information clearly and concisely to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders. Prepare and present technical reports, presentations and proposals to clients and senior management. Develop and maintain technical standards, guidelines and best practices for data center project management. Ensure all data center projects adhere to relevant industry regulations, codes and standards. Promote the adoption of new technologies and methodologies to improve project efficiency and effectiveness. Lead technical due diligence efforts for potential data center projects, assessing feasibility, risks and opportunities. Conduct technical assessments of existing data center facilities, identifying areas for improvement and optimisation. Provide technical expertise in the development of project proposals and bids, ensuring competitive and realistic solutions. Team Management: Build and monitor technical objectives for team members. Organise team staffing. Ensure rise in expertise and knowledge management. Innovate in new methodologies and new tools. Qualifications You hold a degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction or equivalent. You have at least 10 years of experience in a similar role managing data center projects and leading teams. You have experience in large data center projects and AI systems and technologies. You can manage the end‑to‑end lifecycle of technical projects, from planning and estimating to execution and delivery. You have a strong technical and management background. Relevant industry certifications are a plus. You have international experience and are fluent in Spanish and English. You possess excellent organisational, detail‑oriented and reliable skills. You have strong interpersonal skills and excellent presentation abilities, interacting with executive‑level external and internal clients and external team members. You are a team player and have a proven track record as a business and team leader. Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Project Management and Information Technology Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at JLL by 2×. #J-18808-Ljbffr