Overview

Associate Director | Data Centre Consulting (Design and Construction)Our client is a fast-scaling global consultancy, dedicated exclusively to the

digital infrastructure and data centre sector . As part of their continued growth, they are seeking an

Associate Director – Data Centre Consulting

to join their London-based team and play a pivotal role in shaping strategy, delivery, and client relationships across major EMEA projects.This is not a traditional project management role. It’s a

strategic advisory position

where you’ll leverage your technical depth in

MEP engineering, data centre design, and construction delivery , while also demonstrating the

commercial acumen and client-side perspective

needed to advise some of the world’s most influential data centre investors, operators, and developers.What You’ll Do

Act as a trusted advisor to global clients, guiding them across

design, procurement, and construction delivery

for mission-critical facilities.Deliver

strategic inputs

including feasibility studies, technical due diligence, investment assessments, and commissioning oversight.Lead

design reviews, risk assessments, and MEP optimisation , ensuring clients achieve scalable, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions.Engage directly with

C-suite stakeholders, investors, developers, and engineering teams , bridging technical detail with commercial strategy.Produce high-impact outputs:

board-level reports, strategy memos, and client briefs

that influence decision-making at scale.Support the wider team in developing

long-term client relationships , bringing both technical insight and business-focused thinking.London

| Hybrid working with flexibilityPermanent RoleCompetitive package

including performance bonuses and share optionsAbout You

8–15+ years’ experience

in data centre design, construction, or delivery, ideally with exposure to

consultancy or client-side roles .Deep technical knowledge of

critical infrastructure systems

(electrical, mechanical, cooling, HVAC).Demonstrated

commercial awareness , comfortable advising clients on investment, procurement, and programme strategy.Degree-qualified in Engineering, Building Services, or Construction Management.Exceptional communicator, able to influence

senior decision-makers

while keeping credibility with engineers on the ground.Experience working across

international data centre portfolios

is highly desirable.What’s On Offer

Step into a

senior, client-facing leadership role

with influence beyond typical engineering/project management tracks.Play a central role in

high-profile, strategic data centre projects across EMEA and beyond .Join a consultancy where your expertise directly shapes the growth of the world’s most advanced digital infrastructure.Flexible hybrid environment, ambitious team culture, and real long-term career progression.If you are interested in this role, please apply directly to this advert with your updated CV or email it to csmith@firstpointgroup.com

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