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Architectural Lead

October 17, 2025 | Comments Off on Architectural Lead

Architectural Lead

Amsterdam, Netherlands

This leading contractor are seeking an ambitious and forward thinking Architectural Lead for a large-scale Data Centre project to join their growing team across Europe.

A great opportunity to work for a market leading contractor with a fantastic reputation in the market who are experts in the delivery of mission critical projects. They have an excellent project pipeline with a fantastic training budget and progression plan allowing you the tools to truly advance your career.

Responsibilities

  • Manage overall fitout project cost, schedule, and budgetsto ensure successful delivery.
  • Lead and oversee all CSA Fitout work packages, including architectural finishes, raised floors, partitions, doors, ceilings, and internal systems.
  • Coordinate and manage subcontractors, vendors, and consultantsto ensure work is executed safely, efficiently, and in line with project requirements.
  • Analyse, track, and manage critical milestone activitiesto prevent schedule delays and ensure smooth handover.
  • Review and evaluate construction proposals, pricing, and scopes of work for all fitout packages.
  • Lead and facilitate client meetingsand other project coordination sessions.
  • Monitor and report on factors influencing construction costs, preparing detailed cost and progress reports.
  • Apply knowledge of construction procurement methodsand manage long-lead materials and fitout equipment deliveries.
  • Review, validate, and audit cost estimatesand budgets provided by subcontractors and internal project teams.
  • Support engineering and design coordinationto ensure fitout activities integrate seamlessly with MEP and commissioning phases.
  • Track and ensure timely delivery and installationof fitout materials, fixtures, and finishes.
  • Oversee quality controland ensure all finishes meet Winthrop and client standards.
  • Coordinate and oversee scheduling consultant reviewsand programme integration for fitout activities.
  • Review and approve invoices, payment applications, and retention payments.
  • Oversee project handover and close-out, ensuring completion of all documentation, warranties, and client deliverables.

Skills & Qualifications

  • Degree in Construction Management, or Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Minimum 10 years' experiencein main contracting
  • Proven experience delivering fitout/Architectural workson large-scale projects, ideally within the Data Centre or high-tech industrial sectors.
  • Strong technical understanding of architectural finishes, fitouts, and high-spec internal works.
  • Excellent organisational, communication, and leadership
  • Strong understanding of project scheduling, sequencing, and cost controlfor fast-track environments.
  • Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and other relevant project management tools.
  • Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and coordinate between CSA, MEP, and commissioning teams.
  • Commercially astute, with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Committed to delivering projects safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

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