Project Director for Data Center Commissioning

Project overview

We are looking for an experienced Project Director to lead a comprehensive Quality Commissioning (QCx) on a large, mission-critical data center project in Finland.

As Project Director, you will have overall responsibility for the successful execution of all commissioning processes. You will provide strategic leadership and direction for all commissioning, engineering, and quality assurance activities. Your responsibilities include overseeing commissioning strategies, project execution plans, and milestones, as well as ensuring that mechanical, electrical, and critical infrastructure systems are commissioned to the highest standards.

You will oversee FAT, SAT, IST, and integrated system commissioning, manage senior stakeholders, contractors, and engineering teams, and monitor project performance, budgets, schedules, and KPIs. Risk management, compliance with engineering standards, quality assurance procedures, and health and safety requirements are among your core responsibilities.

Requirements

This contract is on a freelance basis. Candidates must be self-employed and have an EU work permit for Finland. No visa sponsorship is possible.

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Minimum 10 years of experience in commissioning, engineering, or mission-critical project environments
• Proven experience in senior leadership or Project Director roles in data centers or critical infrastructure
• Comprehensive knowledge of QCx, quality assurance, and commissioning methodologies
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and strategic decision-making skills

Project details

• Start: flexible
• Duration: Ongoing Project
• Remote: remote
• Location: Finland, FI
• Languages: German