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Technical Director of Data Centers for Spain, Italy & Portugal

JLL
Spainfull_timeVerifiedPosted 25 Sept 2025

About the role

<p><b>JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way</b>.  </p><p></p><p>Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people  and empowering them to  thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong.  Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.   </p><p></p><p><span>JLL es una empresa comprometida con la igualdad de oportunidades entre hombres y mujeres / JLL as a company is committed to equal opportunities for men and women.</span></p><p></p><p><span><b>Technical Director of Data Centers for Spain, Italy &amp; Portugal</b></span></p><p><span><b> </b></span></p><p><span><b>Location Madrid.</b></span></p><p></p><p>We are an international professional services firm focused on real estate and investment management. From development advisory to project and cost management, from program management to engineering design, smart building and sustainability, from fit-out to asset repositioning and major base-build schemes, our services span every dimension across all asset types, sectors and regions.</p><p></p><p>The department team comprises project managers, engineers, designers and architects across many countries.</p><p></p><p>As the Technical Director of Data Centers for Spain, Italy &amp; Portugal you will be responsible for:</p><p></p><p><span>Sales:</span></p><ul><li><span>Actively network, build and develop client relationships across data centres (“DC”) market,</span></li><li><span>Develop opportunities on the DC Market into proposals and sales,</span></li><li><span>Liaise with other company expertise and departments to build integrated multi-expertise approaches to solve our clients complex problems (Leasing agency, Capital Markets, Sustainability, Consulting, Smart Building, Design&amp;Build etc.),</span></li><li><span>Lead bid responses on behalf of Project &amp; Development services, confidently deliver client presentations / pitches,</span></li><li><span>Manage or supervise contract negotiation process until signature.</span></li></ul><p><span> </span></p><p><span>Operations &amp; Management:</span></p><ul><li><span>Provide technical leadership and oversight for all data center projects within Spain, Portugal, and Italy, ensuring alignment with client requirements and company standards,</span></li><li><span>Define project scope, objectives, and technical requirements, working closely with project managers to develop comprehensive project plans,</span></li><li><span>Oversee the technical design and implementation of data center solutions, ensuring adherence to industry best practices and client specifications,</span></li><li><span>Review drawings, technical specifications and documentation, ensuring accuracy and completeness,</span></li><li><span>Provide technical guidance on the selection of equipment, materials, and vendors, ensuring cost-effectiveness and quality,</span></li><li><span>Identify and mitigate technical risks associated with data center projects, developing contingency plans and proactive solutions,</span></li><li><span>Troubleshoot complex technical issues that arise during project execution, providing timely and effective resolution,</span></li><li><span>Conduct technical reviews of project deliverables, ensuring compliance with quality standards and client expectations,</span></li><li><span>Coordinate technical activities across multiple project teams, ensuring seamless integration and collaboration,</span></li><li><span>Communicate technical information clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical stakeholders,</span></li><li><span>Prepare and present technical reports, presentations, and proposals to clients and senior management,</span></li><li><span>Develop and maintain technical standards, guidelines, and best practices for data center project management,</span></li><li><span>Ensure that all data center projects adhere to relevant industry regulations, codes, and standards.</span></li><li><span>Promote the adoption of new technologies and methodologies to improve project efficiency and effectiveness,</span></li><li><span>Participating in drawing up the development strategy for the Data Centres market:</span></li><li><span>Lead technical due diligence efforts for potential data center projects, assessing feasibility, risks, and opportunities,</span></li><li><span>Conduct technical assessments of existing data center facilities, identifying areas for improvement and optimization,</span></li><li><span>Provide technical expertise in the development of project proposals and bids, ensuring competitive and realistic solutions</span></li></ul><p><span> </span></p><p><span>Management:</span></p><ul><li><span>Build

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