pstrongRole Overview /strong /ppThe Associate Director is the project‑level point of contact and is accountable for the end‑to‑end delivery of data centre construction projects across a campus environment. The role provides strong, visible on‑site leadership and is responsible for managing safety, quality, cost, schedule, risk, and stakeholder coordination across multiple workstreams. /ppThe Associate Director leads integration of base‑build works with third‑party interfaces such as utility connections, substations, stormwater infrastructure, and other enabling works, ensuring delivery in line with approved project objectives and regulatory requirements. /ppbr / /ppstrongKey Responsibilities /strong /ppstrongProject Leadership Governance /strong /pulliAct as the single point of accountability for delivery of assigned data centre projects. /liliProvide visible on‑site leadership, including regular site walks, promoting a strong focus on safety, quality, and programme certainty. /liliEstablish, chair, and minute project site meetings, ensuring all stakeholders are fully informed of progress, risks, and decisions. /liliPrepare, maintain, and implement the Project Execution Plan (PEP) defining: /liliRoles and responsibilities of the project team /liliInterfaces with the Principal Contractor, consultants, vendors, and specialist subcontractors /liliMonitor consultant, contractor, and vendor performance against contractual and project requirements. /li /ulpbr / /ppstrongCommunication, Process Change Management /strong /pulliEstablish and maintain effective communication procedures between the client team, consultant team, and contractors. /liliEnsure consistent application of agreed project procedures across all parties. /liliEstablish and manage the Change Management Process, coordinating scope clarification, technical assessment, justification, and approvals. /liliSupport issuance and communication of project instructions in line with contractual authorities. /liliMonitor and manage queries and responses between contractors, vendors, consultants, and internal stakeholders. /li /ulpbr / /ppstrongRisk, Reporting Performance Management /strong /pulliEstablish, maintain, and regularly update the Project Risk Register in collaboration with all stakeholders. /liliChair and manage risk workshops; agree mitigation strategies and track actions to closure. /liliProvide input to quantitative risk analysis and schedule risk reviews. /liliPrepare and issue: /liliWeekly status reports /liliMonthly Project Manager’s reports /liliInputs to executive and stakeholder presentations /liliMonitor programme progress, budget compliance,



and forecast performance against baseline commitments. /li /ulpbr / /ppstrongDesign, Procurement Pre /strong‑strongConstruction /strong /pulliCoordinate with the design team to prepare scheme design and feasibility reports addressing: /liliDesign intent /liliCost and programme implications /liliConstructability /liliRisks and opportunities /liliIdentify specialist, proprietary, or long‑lead items and support procurement strategy development. /liliReview building contract scopes and consultant appointments, identifying gaps or third‑party requirements. /liliLiaise with utility providers, statutory authorities, and third parties to establish requirements, approvals, and interfaces. /liliSupport tender negotiations, value engineering, and optioneering exercises; prepare recommendations for approval. /liliMonitor and report procurement progress and readiness for construction start. /li /ulpbr / /ppstrongConstruction Phase Delivery /strong /ppstrongSafety, Quality Site Oversight /strong /pulliReview and provide recommendations on the Contractor’s: /liliConstruction Management Plan /liliSite Logistics Plan /liliHealth Safety Plan /liliQuality Plan /liliConduct regular site inspections, reviewing safety, progress, and quality performance. /liliIssue and track corrective actions to timely close‑out. /liliCoordinate inspections at fabrication, manufacturing, or testing facilities where required. /li /ulpbr / /ppstrongProgramme, Cost Change Control /strong /pulliMonitor detailed contractor schedules (CPM), milestone achievement, and critical path activities. /liliIdentify and proactively address potential delays, cost pressures, or performance risks. /liliReview and assess: /liliVariations and change orders /liliClaims and extension of time requests /liliProvide advice on mitigation strategies and recovery plans. /liliEvaluate payment applications and support certification through the client process. /li /ulpbr / /ppstrongIntegration, Commissioning Handover /strong /pulliLiaise with the Integration Lead to develop and manage the Project Integration Plan. /liliMonitor development and implementation of the Commissioning Plan, test procedures, and documentation. /liliCoordinate with Operations teams to define OM manual content and turnover requirements. /liliEstablish and manage:



/liliSnagging and defect management processes /liliDefects administration plan /liliPractical Completion and handover milestones /liliCoordinate preparation and approval of: /liliTest certificates /liliStatutory approvals /liliAs‑built documentation and manuals /li /ulpbr / /ppstrongClose /strong‑strongOut Post /strong‑strongCompletion /strong /pulliCoordinate Substantial / Practical Completion activities and documentation. /liliMonitor completion of remedial works and defect rectification during the defects liability period. /liliSupport certification of Occupancy and statutory approvals where applicable. /liliFacilitate post‑project lessons learned workshops and issue final reports with improvement recommendations. /liliSupport settlement of final accounts and outstanding claims. /li /ulpbr / /ppstrongAdvisory Continuous Improvement Role /strong /pulliAdvise the client on opportunities to improve project efficiency, risk profile, and delivery performance. /liliIdentify and escalate discrepancies or inconsistencies in design documentation for resolution. /liliMonitor compliance with client standards and project requirements at all times. /liliProvide recommendations regarding project staffing and on‑site resourcing. /li /ulpbr / /ppstrongSkills, Experience Qualifications /strong /ppstrongExperience /strong /pulliMinimum 10–15 years’ experience delivering large‑scale construction projects. /liliProven experience in data centre, mission‑critical, or highly serviced industrial projects. /liliDemonstrated leadership of complex campus projects with multiple interfaces and stakeholders. /li /ulpbr / /ppstrongQualifications /strong /pulliDegree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline. /liliProfessional project management accreditation (e.g. PMP, APM, PRINCE2) is advantageous. /li /ulpbr / /ppstrongProfessional Skills /strong /pulliStrong leadership, communication, and decision‑making capability. /liliExcellent understanding of construction contracts, change control, and commercial management. /liliProven ability to manage safety, quality, cost, schedule, and risk concurrently. /liliStrong reporting, documentation, and stakeholder management skills. /liliProficient in MS Office and project planning / reporting tools. /li /ulpbr / /ppstrongLanguage /strong /pulliFluent Italian and English, both written and verbal. /li /ulpbr / /ppstrongWhy Apply? /strong /ppThis is an opportunity to join a high-profile development programme and play a key role in the delivery of cutting-edge digital infrastructure within one of Europe#39;s fastest-growing data centre markets. /p

📌 Associate Director Project Management - Data Centres (Torino)
🏢 Cumming Group UK & Europe
📍 Torino