Technical Director

Technical Director (Construction & EMEA) – France – Permanent Contract

Join a global data centre leader that works with the world’s biggest tech companies to deliver reliable and sustainable infrastructure. The business has secured major investment and is entering an exciting growth phase. They’re now looking for a Technical Director who wants to be part of new projects, expanding capacity and driving high‑performance mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Act as the client's technical authority during construction, ensuring projects are delivered in accordance with the approved Basis of Design, technical specifications, and contractual requirements.
• Support project directors and construction managers in technical decision‑making and escalation management.
• Provide deep technical oversight of power, cooling, life safety, controls, and BMS systems within hyperscale data centre environments.
• Ensure technical readiness for Level1–5 commissioning, IST, and final client acceptance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Extensive experience in data centre, mission‑critical, or large‑scale infrastructure construction.
• Proven experience in an owner’s, developer’s, or EPC technical leadership role.
• Strong understanding of hyperscale data centre design, construction methodologies, and commissioning processes.

Ready to take the next step in your data centre career? Apply today and let’s start the conversation.