Director, Construction Consultancy

TL;DR

Director, Construction Consultancy (Construction/Data Centres): Leading highly experienced teams and overseeing strategic construction projects in Japan with an accent on business development, client relationship management, and operational excellence. Focus on mentoring staff, driving project deliverables, and expanding the company's footprint in key sectors like data centres.

Location: Must be based in or able to work from Tokyo, Japan

Company

hirify.global is a global construction consultancy firm specializing in delivering complex projects across various sectors.

What you will do

• Act as a key account manager for the Japan team, fostering long-term partnerships with clients.
• Drive business development efforts to secure new clients and repeat project opportunities.
• Oversee key strategic client projects to ensure successful delivery.
• Guide and mentor team members to achieve high performance and professional growth.
• Lead meetings with clients and key stakeholders to ensure alignment and project success.
• Ensure all project deliverables meet contract performance measures and quality standards.

Requirements

• 15+ years of operational and team management experience in a dynamic consultancy environment.
• Proven track record in leading large, complex construction projects.
• Experience in the data centre sector is highly desirable.
• Strong leadership capabilities with a focus on mentorship and team development.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients and internal teams.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a culturally diverse and passionate team.
• Empowerment to take real responsibility and shape career progression.
• Mentorship and support from industry leaders.
• Involvement in shaping the company's business strategy.
• Commitment to fostering a collaborative and open work environment.