Design Director – Data Centres (Madrid, Spain)A leading general 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 LeadEnd‑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 Bring12–15+ 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 MattersYou’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) (España)
🏢 Nes Fircroft
📍 España