Director of Project Controls - Data Centre Division
Key Skills
Job Description
PM Group is a leading International engineering, architecture, project and construction management firm. With a network of offices in Europe, Asia and the US and a multi-discipline team of 4,000+ people, we deliver complex, capital projects in the life sciences, food and beverages, mission critical/ICT, advanced manufacturing, energy and environmental sectors.
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Project Controls to lead and transform our project controls function across a portfolio of high-profile projects. Reporting to the PMC Director is a unique opportunity to shape and grow our Data Centre division, delivering for the best clients in Europe.
This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for driving consistency, governance, and performance across planning, cost management, risk, procurement, and project delivery. This role will partner with senior stakeholders to ensure predictable, efficient, and high-quality execution across the full project lifecycle from early development through to commissioning and handover.
Location: Flexible – this role can be based from any PM Group office across our global network.
Closing date for applications is Friday 31st July.
Responsibilities
Leadership & Strategy:
- Define and deliver a best-in-class project controls strategy aligned to regional and organisational goals
- Establish governance, standards, best practices and processes to drive consistency and performance across all projects
- Partner with executive leadership to support strategic decision-making and delivery planning
- Build, lead, and develop a high-performing, internationally distributed team
- Foster strong collaboration across functions creating a consistent approach to project controls.
- Champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and a positive team culture throughout the organisation
Project Controls Excellence:
- Oversee planning, scheduling, cost management, procurement, and contract administration
- Ensure robust project execution strategies and resource planning across programmes
- Provide expert oversight and peer review to identify risk and optimisation opportunities
- Implement progress measurement frameworks with regional benchmarking to monitor productivity, performance, and milestone adherence
- Drive data driven cost optimisation initiatives and regional cost benchmarking
- Drive standardisation across multiple projects and geographies
Performance, Risk & Reporting:
- Implement data-driven frameworks to monitor cost, schedule, and productivity performance
- Lead risk management across the project portfolio, including mitigation and reporting strategies
- Deliver clear, accurate, and timely reporting to executive stakeholders
- Maintain cost intelligence and drive continuous cost optimisation
- Champion a culture of accountability, performance, and continuous enhancement across all delivery functions.
Quality, Governance & Compliance:
- Establish and enforce QA/QC standards across all delivery phases
- Ensure compliance with regulatory, contractual, and internal requirements
- Lead audits and embed continuous improvement initiatives
Digital Transformation & Innovation:
- Champion the use of digital tools, automation, and analytics in project controls
- Enhance reporting, transparency, and decision-making through real-time data
- Drive process improvement and operational efficiency across the function
Stakeholder & Supply Chain Engagement
- Collaborate closely with project, construction, and commercial teams
- Support procurement strategies and contractor selection
- Build strong relationships with clients, partners, and industry stakeholders
Qualifications
- Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
- Extensive experience in project controls, programme management, or major capital projects
- Proven leadership experience in complex construction environments (e.g. data centres, pharma, infrastructure, or mission-critical projects)
- Expertise in planning, cost control, risk management, and reporting systems
- Strong understanding of regional construction markets and regulatory environments
- Track record of driving standardisation, transformation, and performance improvement
- Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills
- Strong competency in governance, process improvement, digital transformation, and risk-based decision making
Key Attributes
- Excellent communicator and client-facing leader.
- Results-oriented, with a focus on measurable outcomes and continuous improvement.
- Collaborative, adaptable, and resilient—able to inspire teams and navigate change.
- Passionate about technology and its potential to transform business operations.
Why PM Group?
As an employee-owned company, we are inclusive, committed and driven. Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability are the heart of our new 2025 business strategy. Click here to read more in our Corporate Responsibility and Heath, Safety & Wellbeing Report 2025.
Inclusion and Diversity are core to our culture and values. Wherever we work, we commit to a culture of mutual respect and belonging by building a truly inclusive workplace rich in diverse people, talents and ideas. Valuing the contributions of all our people and respecting individual differences will sustain our growth into the future.
PM Group is committed to ensuring our hiring process is fair and accessible to all and will provide candidates with disabilities with reasonable accommodations required to participate in the recruitment process. If you require any assistance in this regard, please let us know.
Core Responsibilities
The Director of Project Controls will lead and transform the project controls function across a portfolio of high-profile data centre projects. This role involves establishing governance, driving cost optimization, and ensuring consistent project delivery through strategic leadership and data-driven performance monitoring.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline. Extensive experience in project controls or major capital projects within complex construction environments is required.
About PM Group
Industry: Business Consulting and Services
Company size: 1,001-5,000 employees
At PM Group, our vision is to enable a world where science and technology transform lives. Powered by exceptional people, digital technology and innovation, we deliver next generation facilities clients count on and society depends on. Employee owned, we work across Europe, the UK, Asia and the USA. Our team of 4,000+ people specialise in the design, construction and commissioning of high-tech facilities. Over 50+ years, we’ve built our expertise working for the world's leading pharma, data centres, food and medical technology companies. We also have an excellent track record in the advanced manufacturing and energy sectors. To excel at the complex work we do, we always seek to understand our clients' needs. At every level of our business you will see a culture of honesty, openness and flexibility. Learn more about PM Group : www.pmgroup-global.com In 2023, we were delighted to welcome Milestone to PM Group. Milestone is a dynamic automation and digital systems consultancy. The Company provides world-leading services to the Life Sciences and FMCG sectors. With 160+ experts, Milestone has extensive experience covering lean analysis, process optimisation, system integration, equipment automation, MES solutions, manufacturing intelligence and project management. To find out more about Milestone, visit : www.mile.ie (disclaimer and legal information can be found at: www.pmgroup-global.com)