Project Director Hyperscale Data Centre

Parsons Corporation

In this role, you will lead the end-to-end delivery of a mission-critical, data center project on a fast-track schedule. The program involves complex engineering, high utility demand, multiple contractor and consultant packages, and targets Uptime Institute Tier III/IV certification. This flagship development requires exceptional leadership and stakeholder coordination.

What You ll Be Doing

• Provide strategic leadership and direction across all project phases.
• Manage a multi-package delivery model involving EPCs, design consultants, and specialist contractors.
• Ensure compliance with Uptime Institute Tier III/IV standards and client-specific technical requirements.
• Oversee project controls, risk management, and governance reporting.
• Lead stakeholder engagement with clients, authorities, utilities, and internal leadership.
• Drive performance across safety, quality, schedule, and cost KPIs.
• Support value engineering, change management, and claims resolution.
• Ensure readiness for commissioning, integrated systems testing (IST), and operational handover.

What Required Skills You ll Bring

• Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field. PMP, RICS, or equivalent certification is preferred.
• 15+ years in project and program management, with at least 5+ years in mission-critical or data center environments.
• Proven delivery of large-scale, complex infrastructure or hyperscale data center projects.
• Strong understanding of MEP systems, utility coordination, commissioning, and Tier certification processes.
• Exceptional team leadership, stakeholder management, and decision-making capabilities.

What Desired Skills You ll Bring

• Experience delivering projects in the Middle East or similar regulatory environments.
• Familiarity with fast-track delivery models and digital project controls.
• Strong commercial acumen and contract management expertise.