Project Director

Verto People

Project Director 
Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Salary: €135,000 + benefits

This is a rare opportunity for an ambitious Project Director to take the lead on a high-profile data centre development in Amsterdam. You’ll be at the centre of a complex, technically demanding build, overseeing the delivery of a new large-scale data centre project in Amsterdam. With a strong track record in delivering high-specification facilities, the organisation is at the forefront of supporting global digital growth.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the planning, execution and delivery of a large-scale data centre project

Oversee budget management, project scope, scheduling, and risk mitigation

Manage design coordination, procurement, and contract negotiations

Direct and monitor construction activities to meet technical and safety standards

Lead and motivate a multidisciplinary team of consultants, contractors, and suppliers

Act as the senior point of contact for internal stakeholders and investors

Provide regular project progress and financial reporting to executive leadership

Ensure seamless commissioning, testing, and handover into operations

Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Key Requirements

Degree-qualified in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline

Proven track record in delivering data centre, mission-critical, or major industrial projects

10+ years of senior project leadership experience, ideally client-side

Strong technical knowledge of MEP systems, power distribution, and critical infrastructure

Excellent stakeholder management, leadership, and negotiation skills

Fluent in English & Dutch

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, international environment

What’s on Offer

€135,000 annual salary plus benefits

Performance-based bonus potential

Opportunity to deliver a flagship data centre in one of Europe’s digital hubs

Hybrid working and clear career development opportunities