Global Head of Engineering and Design

4 weeks ago

London UK, UK, United Kingdom Colt Data Centre Services Full time

Mission


As Global Head of Engineering and Design, this position will play a pivotal role in setting and developing the Colt DCS technical strategy across the business. With a key focus on managing a team of subject matters experts across a variety of Engineering disciplines, this role will drive technical optimisation and system efficiencies in all areas.


Operating closely with our key client stakeholders and specialist supply chain, you will lead a team of experts in exploring market trends and new technologies. Ensuring Colt DCS are at the forefront of technical advancements and our Data Centre Designs are capable of delivering to market needs. Acting as the foremost technical authority with regards to the Colt DCS Global Reference Design (GRD), you will develop and update the blueprint for how Hyperscale facilities are delivered across the globe.


Responsibilities


  • To manage a team of reports within the Global Engineering team, leading the Colt DCS’s Engineering team into the future
  • Supporting the Global Senior Development Director as required for successful outcomes in all required matters
  • Provide guidance, management and assistance to other Engineering & commissioning teams, site management teams and operations on all matters relating to the Colt DCS design.
  • To own the Colt DCS Global Reference Design (GRD) and update it continually to meet latest industry and business requirements
  • To work with our vendors and suppliers on latest technology, industry trends and undertake R&D on potential new equipment in line with the GRD and Direct Procurement strategy.
  • Align with other functions to improve process and communications.
  • Deliver engineering support to ensure that Colt utilises optimal technologies and designs on the most cost effective (TCO) basis available in the market
  • Drive value creation from our supply chain partners
  • To liaise with customers on requirements and translate into solutions to win business and improve relationships
  • Technical lead on the Direct Procurement to select appropriate vendors
  • Implement, and standardise as far as practically possible, Colt’s highest standards of cost, quality and programme control through out the design and build phases of multiple projects in multiple countries
  • To work with other functions and end users / customers to ensure the product and design remain up to date and suitable
  • Analyse design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements of designs or applications.
  • Driving standardisation across the design to impact costs, speed and quality of work
  • Coordinate and direct the integration of technical activities to achieve business goals
  • To be the technical matter subject matter expert for the business, conveying ideas and concepts to senior stakeholders, both internally and externally.
  • Review equipment failures and diagnose faulty operations ensuring lessons learned are documented and reviewed for future projects.
  • Challenge the knowledge base of today to ensure improvement for tomorrow
  • Collect and analyse data relating to operating efficiency of installed systems and equipment
  • Undertake technical training to the remainder of the Real Estate team or wider business
  • Ensure timely resolution of issues and deficiencies and develop and implement contingency plans to mitigate business risk.




The skills and experience you would bring


Good communication and reporting to team members and stakeholders including design, operations, end-users, 3rd parties, contractors, suppliers etc.

Excellent teamwork and coordination across multi-disciplinary teams

Able to manage multiple, diverse projects simultaneously

Demonstrate leadership and inspire confidence with stakeholders and project teams.

Willing to complete tasks against budgetary targets, within short time scales and to a high standard

To identify, evaluate and implement plans to improve the PUE of new builds and existing data centres.

Play a leading role in the operations and maintenance review ensuring the proper and complete handover of the completed works to the Colt operations teams.

Work with customers on understanding their requirements and how that translates into the design and project

Contribute towards new land acquisition concepts, collaborating effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.

Be a role model for the Colt DCS TRUST values

Health and Safety legislation in particular CDM Regulations or similar.

Proficiency in the use of AutoCAD / Revit / BiM

Must be able to operate in an open management style and structure with an emphasis on team working and within a global matrix

Substantial experience of working in the data centre and engineering industry

Delivery of large capital expenditure projects with a high dependence on MEP.

Preferable experience in Europe, Asia-Pacific and India.

Must be willing to travel on reasonable short notice within Europe, India and APAC or as required


About Colt Data Centres


Colt Data Centre Services has over 20 years’ experience in designing, building and operating energy-efficient, reliable data centres - hosting significant financial, media, corporate and cloud wholesale providers across the world.

Our customers are at the heart of everything we do, we endeavour to take a customer-led approach across our operations striving to serve our customers with a seamless experience no matter what facility or region they are in.

Finding the right solutions for our customers starts with finding the right people for Colt DCS. We believe in creating a healthy, learning environment for our employees to flourish.

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