Data Centre Construction Manager

Job Description WSP in the Middle East is seeking an experienced Data Centre Construction Manager to lead the delivery of a major mission-critical data centre project in Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will oversee all on-site construction activities across Civil, Structural, Architectural, MEP, ICT, ELV, and associated infrastructure works, ensuring delivery to the highest standards of safety, quality, programme, and cost control. This is a site-based supervision role, focused on overseeing construction delivery, ensuring quality, compliance, and coordination of all MEP systems from mobilisation through commissioning and handover. This is a full-time site-based role, with the project located approximately 80 km from Riyadh. Regular on-site presence is required. Responsibilities - Lead the construction delivery of a large-scale Data Centre project. - Manage and coordinate multidisciplinary construction teams covering Civil, Structural, Architectural, Mechanical, Electrical, ICT and ELV disciplines. - Interface with clients, consultants, contractors, subcontractors and project stakeholders to ensure successful project execution. - Drive site operations in line with project programme, budget, quality and safety objectives. - Review construction methodologies, site logistics, work sequencing and resource planning. Project Controls & Reporting - Prepare and review daily, weekly and monthly progress reports. - Monitor project schedules, milestones, productivity and key performance indicators. - Identify risks, mitigation measures and recovery strategies. - Provide regular progress updates to senior management and project stakeholders. Team Leadership & Coordination - Lead and manage large multidisciplinary site teams. - Coordinate activities across all construction disciplines to ensure seamless project delivery. - Facilitate effective communication and coordination between engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning teams. - Mentor and develop site engineers, supervisors and construction personnel. Procurement & Material Management - Support procurement planning and construction package reviews. - Coordinate with procurement teams on critical equipment and long-lead items. - Review material submittals, technical submissions and shop drawings. - Ensure timely approval and delivery of materials required for construction activities. Design & Technical Interface - Work closely with design teams to resolve technical and design-related issues. - Participate in design reviews and constructability workshops. - Provide construction input during design development and implementation phases. - Support value engineering initiatives to optimise cost, programme and constructability. Testing, Commissioning & Handover - Oversee testing and commissioning activities across all systems including Mechanical, Electrical, ICT and ELV. - Coordinate integrated systems testing and commissioning programmes. - Ensure all systems are commissioned in accordance with project specifications and client requirements. - Manage punch lists, defect resolution and final handover processes. - Work closely with commissioning managers, specialist vendors and operations teams. Quality, HSE & Compliance - Champion a strong Health, Safety and Environmental culture across the project. - Ensure compliance with project quality standards, HSE requirements and local regulations. - Lead quality inspections, audits and corrective action programmes. - Promote best practices across all construction activities. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Civil Engineering or a related discipline. - Minimum 15+ years of construction management experience. - Proven track record delivering large-scale Data Centre, Mission Critical or Complex Infrastructure Projects. - Strong experience managing multidisciplinary construction teams across Civil, Structural, MEP, ICT and ELV works. - Demonstrated experience in testing, commissioning and project handover. - Strong stakeholder management, leadership and communication skills. - Experience working on remote project sites and fast-paced construction environments. Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world. With us, you can . Apply today.

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