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Full-time
bachelor degree
Posted 33d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Lead pre-construction activities for EMEA data center campuses, including site selection, permitting, and feasibility assessments. Manage project budgets, procurement strategies, and the seamless transition from design to construction execution.
Requirements
Requires over 12 years of technical or commercial development experience, including at least 6 years specifically in hyperscale or high-density data centers. A bachelor's degree and proficiency in project management tools like Primavera or Procore are required.
Full job description
Ada Infrastructure is a global data center business committed to being a positive force for technology, people, and the planet. As part of the digital infrastructure platform of Ares Management Corporation (NYSE:ARES), a leading global alternative investment manager, Ada Infrastructure is positioned to be a leader in the industry in reliable, safe, secure, and sustainable digital infrastructure. With eight in-flight campuses across Japan, the UK, and Brazil, we have over 850 MW of power currently available and more than 1,500 MW in our global pipeline. To learn more about Ada Infrastructure, visit www.adainfrastructure.com or to learn more about Ares Management visit www.aresmgmt.com.
Job Description
Ada Infrastructure is a global data center business committed to being a positive force for technology, people, and the planet. With a world-class team of trusted industry leaders, Ada Infrastructure’s global presence, and the capital-raising, investment, and asset management expertise of Ares Management Ltd, Ada Infrastructure is positioned to lead the industry in reliable, safe, secure, and sustainable digital infrastructure. With nine in-flight campuses across Japan, the UK, and Brazil, we have over 1 GW of power currently available and more than 1.5 GW in our global pipeline. To learn more about Ada Infrastructure, visit www.adainfrastructure.com.
Summary:
We are seeking a commercially minded and proactive individual to join Ada’s Design and Delivery team as a Pre-Construction Manager for the EMEA region.
The role is to initiate site development from site selection, design and permitting and prepare for the transition to construction. The ideal candidate will have the technical, scheduling and commercial experience to facilitate speed to market and schedule certainty for development opportunities. This position will require an individual who embraces change and thrives in a dynamic work environment. The role will require a split of time between the London office, our development sites and travel across EMEA.
Role & Responsibilities:
Lead upfront development activities, feasibility assessments, due diligence, entitlement and permitting processes, utility and infrastructure evaluations, risk identification and mitigation, and support for master planning and campus development strategies to enable successful project delivery.
Lead project planning and preconstruction activities by defining scope, deliverables and phasing strategies, developing and maintaining integrated project schedules, establishing execution and logistics frameworks, and aligning programme milestones with cost, procurement and delivery objectives.
Support the development and management of project budgets from early design through GMP, and reviewing contractor cost submissions to ensure accuracy, value and alignment with project objectives.
Lead procurement and contractor engagement activities by developing delivery and sourcing strategies, managing tender and RFP processes, evaluating contractor proposals, overseeing contractor and trade partner selection, coordinating long-lead equipment procurement, and supporting contract negotiation and execution to achieve project cost, schedule and delivery objectives.
Lead project risk, compliance and governance activities by managing risk registers and reporting, ensuring compliance with regulatory, environmental and safety requirements, coordinating permits and approvals, and assessing commercial and contractual risks to support informed project investment and delivery decisions.
Lead stakeholder and programme management activities by serving as the primary interface between development and design teams, facilitating cross-functional collaboration, providing executive reporting on project performance, and aligning multiple projects across the portfolio to achieve strategic business objectives.
Lead preconstruction process management and project controls by defining and enforcing key deliverables, monitoring consultant and contractor performance, establishing reporting and data management systems, and ensuring all commercial, technical and operational requirements are in place to support a successful transition into construction.
Lead the transition from preconstruction to construction by ensuring seamless handover to delivery teams, finalising contracts, budgets and baseline schedules, and confirming site readiness, logistics arrangements and early works planning to support successful project execution.
Skills & Experience:
12+ years of experience in technical or commercial development role
6+ years of data center specific experience
Experience working on hyperscale or high-density data center projects
Bachelor's degree in a related professional qualification
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), project management and scheduling tools (MS Project, Primavera, Procore)
Excellent organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
Proactive problem-solver with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, operate with a strong sense of urgency, and turn in quality work quickly, under strict time constraints.
Ability to work collaboratively.
Self-starter with superior analytical skills; a problem solver with an astute attention to detail.
Possesses good judgment, honesty, and utmost integrity.
A positive, upbeat individual who thrives in a team environment and fosters a welcoming workplace culture.
Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing priorities and multitask effectively
Reporting Relationships
Principal, Design Lead EMEA
There is no set deadline to apply for this job opportunity. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the search is no longer active.
Related keywords
Data CenterHyperscaleEMEAPre-ConstructionGMPRFPProject ControlsInfrastructureUtility EvaluationCampus DevelopmentRisk RegisterGovernanceDigital InfrastructureAres ManagementAda Infrastructure
Ares Management Corporation (NYSE: ARES) is a leading global alternative investment manager offering clients complementary primary and secondary investment solutions across the credit, private equity, real estate and infrastructure asset classes. We seek to provide flexible capital to support businesses and create value for our stakeholders and within our communities. By collaborating across our investment groups, we aim to generate consistent and attractive investment returns throughout market cycles. As of March 31, 2026, Ares Management Corporation's global platform had approximately $644 billion of assets under management with approximately 4,400 employees operating across North America, South America, Europe, Asia Pacific and the Middle East.
Cybersecurity & Fraud Prevention: https://www.aresmgmt.com/fraud-awareness
Offices: 2000 Avenue of the Stars, Los Angeles, CA 90067, US · 18w140 Butterfield Rd, Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois, US · Hartford , Connecticut, US · Rutherford, New Jersey, US · St Louis , Missouri, US
Private EquityCreditReal EstateStrategic InitiativesAlternative Asset ManagementFinancial ServicesInvestment Managementand Direct LendingSportsFinance
Ares Management Corporation (NYSE: ARES) is a leading global alternative investment manager offering clients complementary primary and secondary investment solutions across the credit, private equity, real estate and infrastructure asset classes. We seek to provide flexible capital to support businesses and create value for our stakeholders and within our communities. By collaborating across our investment groups, we aim to generate consistent and attractive investment returns throughout market cycles. As of March 31, 2026, Ares Management Corporation's global platform had approximately $644 billion of assets under management with approximately 4,400 employees operating across North America, South America, Europe, Asia Pacific and the Middle East.
Cybersecurity & Fraud Prevention: https://www.aresmgmt.com/fraud-awareness
Offices: 2000 Avenue of the Stars, Los Angeles, CA 90067, US · 18w140 Butterfield Rd, Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois, US · Hartford , Connecticut, US · Rutherford, New Jersey, US · St Louis , Missouri, US
Private EquityCreditReal EstateStrategic InitiativesAlternative Asset ManagementFinancial ServicesInvestment Managementand Direct LendingSportsFinance