Project director Work, Jobs in Bradwell, Bkm (with Salaries)

Project Controls Director
nLighten —Milton Keynes
- English
- Analysis skills
- No degree
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Assistant Project Director - Earthwork and Utilities
NBCUniversal —Bedford
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- AutoCAD
- Microsoft Excel
Executive Assistant to Director
CHL Management —Luton
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
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Project Director - Rail, Roadways and Resort Development
NBCUniversal —Bedford
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- AutoCAD
- Microsoft Excel
Vice President, Theme Park Development & Delivery (UK Project)
Universal Creative —Bedford
- Full-time
- PMP
- Engineering
- Master's degree
Solar project developer (utility scale solar farms, floating solar, solar carports)
VARTEC EPC Limited —Milton Keynes
- £4,600 - £6,250 a month
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Computer literacy
- Engineering
- Administrative experience
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Project Manager
Harwood —Milton Keynes
- From £65,000 a year
- Project management
- IT
- Communication skills
Head of Operation
Guildmore Ltd —Milton Keynes
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- Leadership
- Communication skills
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School Business Manager
Tove Learning Trust —Milton Keynes
- £48,226 - £59,052 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Human resources
- In-person
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
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Senior Project Manager x2 6M Contract (Inside IR35) / Open to Perm after 6M
Safran Engineering Services UK Limited —Pitstone
- Engineering
- Project management
- Bachelor's degree
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Operations Director
Spire Healthcare —Harpenden
- Full-time
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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General Manager (People) - Market Hall
Future Wolverton —Milton Keynes
- £35,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- First Aid Certification
- In-person
- Annual leave
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Contract Manager
Valda Energy —Bicester
- £55,000 - £60,000 a year
- Analysis skills
- Contracts
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Construction Project Director
MCR Property Group Ltd —Bedford
- Engineering
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Work from home
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Operations Director - Elderly
FIND. —Luton
- £90,000 - £95,000 a year
- Full-time
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B2B Campaign Manager
Return on Investment Ltd —Milton Keynes
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Project management
- Annual leave
- Gym membership
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3d
Interim Deputy Chief Operating Officer (Deputy COO)
Cranfield University —Cranfield
- Full-time
- Management
- University
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Project Director - Earthwork and Utilities
NBCUniversal —Bedford
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- AutoCAD
- Microsoft Excel
Contracts Manager - South East England
Wicksteed Leisure —Kettering
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
Quality Improvement Lead
Principal Medical Limited —Bicester
- £50,000 - £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Management
- Microsoft Office
- Free parking
- Sick pay
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Project Controls Director

nLighten
Milton Keynes

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Job details

14 days ago

Qualifications

Cost management
5G
English
Analysis skills
Contracts

Full job description

Company Profile

nLighten is a European platform of distributed edge data centers, designed to meet the growing demand for AI, 5G, and hybrid cloud deployments. As a rapidly expanding provider, we offer scalable colocation hubs and best-in-class energy solutions across Europe. Our innovative and sustainable approach to digital infrastructure ensures reliability, efficiency, and future-ready solutions for our clients. nLighten's current footprint is 34 data centers in 7 European countries, with the ambition to grow to 100 sites during the next 3-4 years.

Learn more about us: www.nlighten.com

About the Role

We are seeking a Project Controls Director to lead cost management, commercial oversight, and financial governance across nLighten's expanding European construction portfolio.This is a strategic and hands-on leadership role responsible for ensuring strong cost control throughout the lifecycle of data center development projects, from early-stage planning and procurement through construction delivery and project close-out.

You will partner closely with Construction, Finance, Procurement, and senior leadership teams to provide accurate forecasting, commercial insight, and clear reporting in a fast-scaling international environment.

The successful candidate will report direct to the group CFO and lead a team of cost engineers based in the Netherlands. For the right candidate there is flexibility on which of nLighten's main offices can be their base but travel to nLighten's development sites, and to be present for line reports, is essential.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Planning & Commercial Management

Lead project budgeting, forecasting, and cost planning across all project phases
Review and oversee cost plans, tender evaluations, and contractor pricing submissions
Benchmark project costs across the portfolio and support investment case preparation
Advise stakeholders on cost impacts of design development and project changes

Cost Control & Reporting

Monitor project spend, valuations, variations, contractor claims, and contingency usage
Maintain accurate forecasts and provide regular reporting on commitments, risks, and forecast outturn
Identify and communicate potential cost overruns and commercial risks early
Support final account settlement and post-project cost analysis

Governance & Stakeholder Management

Ensure robust commercial and financial controls across projects
Support procurement, contract administration, and capitalisation processes
Act as a key point of contact for construction cost reporting and commercial insight
Build strong relationships across Finance, Procurement, Construction, and Executive Leadership teams
Support the development of the growing Project Controls function

What We're Looking For

Degree-qualified Quantity Surveyor or equivalent commercial professional qualification
Chartered status (MRICS or equivalent) strongly preferred
10+ years of experience in cost management, commercial management, project controls, or quantity surveying within large-scale construction or infrastructure environments
Experience of, or able to demonstrate capability, to lead a team and development line reports
Experience within data center, mission-critical, construction, engineering, or real estate development sectors is highly preferred
Strong understanding of project financial controls, forecasting, contract administration, and commercial governance
Proven experience managing complex, multi-site, or international construction projects
Strong analytical, reporting, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to communicate complex information about project status clearly and succinctly to a range of stakeholders of differing seniority and varying levels of construction knowledge
Comfortable operating in both strategic and hands-on capacities within a fast-growing business
Willingness and ability to travel regularly across European project sites
Fluent in English; additional European languages are advantageous

Why Join Us?

Join a fast-growing company shaping the future of digital infrastructure in Europe
Take on a high-impact leadership role across major European construction projects
Help build and shape a growing Project Controls function
Work in a dynamic international environment with real ownership and visibility
Be part of a collaborative team focused on innovation, growth, and operational excellence

If you have the right experience and are excited about contributing to the next evolution of edge data centers, we'd love to hear from you

Apply now and be part of our journey toward a more connected, efficient, and sustainable digital future.

Background Check & Screening
All selected candidates will undergo a background check to ensure a safe workplace, protect company assets, and comply with regulations.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement
nLighten is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace, and we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Even if you do not meet every requirement listed, we welcome your application. We particularly encourage women and individuals from underrepresented groups to apply.

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Project Director - Earthwork and Utilities

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