Project Director

Project Director – Helsinki – Data Centre 10-year project – UK passport holders considered, with a 25% tax break for non-Finnish candidates.

Duties:

* Manage overall project cost, schedule, and budget from inception through to completion.

* Oversee and coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and consultants to ensure seamless execution of project activities.

* Analyse, track, and manage critical milestone activities to prevent schedule delays and ensure timely delivery.

* Review and evaluate construction proposals, pricing, and scopes of work.

* Lead and facilitate client meetings and other required project coordination meetings.

* Monitor and report on factors that influence construction costs, preparing data-driven insights and recommendations.

* Demonstrate knowledge of construction procurement methods and manage long-lead equipment delivery schedules.

* Review, validate, and audit cost estimates prepared by subcontractors and other project stakeholders.

* Support engineering and design decisions related to cost and budget during design-build changes.

* Track and verify equipment availability in line with the project schedule.

* Coordinate and oversee scheduling consultant reviews and ensure integration with project controls.

* Review and approve invoices, payment applications, and retention payments.

* Manage the handover process to the client, including close-out documentation, warranties, and final deliverables.

Requirements

* Minimum 10 years’ experience in a similar role.

* Strong organisational, communication, and time management skills.

* Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and other relevant project management tools.

* Proven ability to lead teams, manage subcontractors, and coordinate multidisciplinary project activities.

* Commercially astute, with a strong understanding of project financial management and cost control.

* Capable of working under pressure to meet demanding schedules while maintaining the highest quality and safety standards