Construction Director

CPB Contractors is seeking a Construction Director to lead the on-site delivery of a major data centre project supporting hyperscale and enterprise clients driving the next wave of digital and AI-enabled growth.

This is a career-defining opportunity to take ownership of construction delivery on a complex, high-value project, leading large multidisciplinary site teams through execution, commissioning and handover.

The Opportunity

We are looking to connect with experienced construction leaders who have delivered data centre or mission-critical projects, and thrive in high-performance, fast-paced environments.

CPB Contractors is part of the ACS Group - the world’s leading data centre builder, with more than 9GW delivered globally across the US, Europe and Asia-Pacific.

Our global peers, Leighton Asia and Turner, continue to deliver mission-critical facilities for major technology clients, supporting the infrastructure backbone of the AI economy.

Together, we combine engineering, construction and infrastructure expertise to deliver complex projects that create long-term value.

The Role

As Construction Director, you will lead the end-to-end construction phase of a hyperscale data centre, ensuring safe, efficient and high-quality delivery on site.

• Lead all on-site construction activities, driving delivery across time, cost, quality and safety targets
• Oversee construction teams, subcontractors and trade partners, ensuring alignment and performance
• Drive site productivity, sequencing and programme adherence across multiple work packages
• Ensure safe execution, embedding a strong safety culture across all site operations
• Manage interfaces between civil, structural, architectural and MEP services during construction
• Collaborate closely with design, commercial and commissioning teams to enable seamless delivery
• Oversee construction through to testing, commissioning and practical completion
• Build, mentor and lead high-performing site teams, fostering accountability and continuous improvement

About You

• Relevant tertiary qualification in engineering, construction or related discipline
• Proven experience delivering data centres, building services or large-scale building projects (eg hospitals, airports)
• Strong understanding of construction delivery in MEP-intensive environments
• Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-package site operations
• Commercially astute, with experience working alongside project commercial teams
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to drive performance on site

Why CPB Contractors?

We particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQIA+ community, mature workers, Veterans and Active Defence Reserve members, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.

CPB Contractors is proud to hold the WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality citation.

We offer:

• A long-term career with a strong pipeline of major infrastructure projects
• Clear pathways for growth, development and internal progression
• Competitive remuneration and comprehensive benefits
• Flexible work arrangements where possible
• A culture that values diversity, inclusion and high performance

Please note: This role is being sourced directly by CPB Contractors and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies.