Design Director – Data Centres (Madrid, Spain) A leading integral data‑centre developer is hiring a

Design Director to drive the technical design of major, multi‑phase campuses across Spain. This is a senior client‑side role shaping next‑generation hyperscale and AI/HPC infrastructure.

What You’ll Lead End‑to‑end design management across feasibility, master planning, detailed design and delivery. Technical oversight of architectural, civil, structural, MEP, controls, security and ICT design.

Electrical & cooling strategy for high‑density, AI/HPC‑ready environments. Power & utility coordination including HV/MV concepts, grid interfaces and campus distribution. Permitting & compliance with Spanish/EU regulations and planning requirements.

Sustainability targets including PUE/WUE optimisation and renewable‑energy integration.



Consultant & contractor management across multidisciplinary international teams. Construction & commissioning support ensuring design intent is maintained through delivery.

What You Bring 12–15+ years in mission‑critical or data‑centre design. Strong MEP and critical‑infrastructure expertise. Experience delivering large‑scale DCs from concept to commissioning. Background with developers, operators, PMCs or major DC contractors. Fluent English; Spanish beneficial.

Why This Role Matters You’ll shape the technical backbone of large‑power, hyperscale‑ready campuses in one of Europe’s fastest‑growing digital‑infrastructure markets. High influence, high visibility, and a chance to define future‑proof design standards for AI/HPC workloads.

📌 Design Director (Data Centres) (Madrid)
🏢 Nes Fircroft
📍 Madrid