Data Center Project Director H/F

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.  Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people  and empowering them to  thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong.  Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.   We are looking for a Data Center Project Director H/F in Paris. About JLL We're JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 110,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That's why we're committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We're using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people and our communities.Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we're honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we're headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.What this job involves The Project Director  - Data Center is responsible for managing complex data center projects, including infrastructure upgrades, capacity expansions. The primary duties involve planning, coordinating, and overseeing all aspects of the project lifecycle to ensure successful delivery, on-time and within budget.Responsibilities:Project Management: Develop and execute comprehensive project plans, including scope, timeline, budget, and resource allocation. Manage all aspects of the project lifecycle, from initiation to closure, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the specified quality standards.Stakeholder Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, facilitate effective communication, manage expectations, and ensure alignment between project objectives and organizational goals.Risk Management: Proactively identify, analyze, and mitigate project risks. Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to minimize the impact of potential issues on project success.Change Management: Develop and execute change management plans to address organizational and technological changes associated with data center projects. Facilitate smooth transitions and minimize disruptions to ongoing operations.Reporting and Documentation: Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including status reports, project plans, and lessons learned. Provide regular progress updates to stakeholders and executive management.Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and best practices. Implement strategies to enhance project management methodologies and increase the overall efficiency of data center project delivery.Sound like you? To apply you need to be able to / have:You hold a degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction or equivalent,You have a significant experience in a similar role on Data Centers projects management,You are able to manage the end-to-end lifecycle of technical projects, from planning and estimating to execution and delivery,You have strong technical background, Relevant industry certifications are a plus,You have an international experience and have fluent knowledge of French and English,You have excellent organizational skills, are detail-oriented, can work independently and are reliable,You possess strong interpersonal skills, have an excellent presentation, with an ability to interact with executive level external and internal clients as well as external team members (architects, contractors, client's representatives, etc.),You are a team player and have a proven track record as a business and team leader.What you can expect from us You'll join an entrepreneurial, inclusive culture. One where we succeed together – across the desk and around the globe. Where like-minded people work naturally together to achieve great things.Our Total Rewards program reflects our commitment to helping you achieve your ambitions in career, recognition, wellbeing, benefits and pay.Join us to develop your strengths and enjoy a fulfilling career full of varied experiences. Keep those ambitions in sights and imagine where JLL can take you...#LI-MD2Location: –Paris, FRAJob Tags:If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet all the requirements.  We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the tableAt JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. 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