Director Business Unit Mission Critical Facilities

Overview

Director Business Unit Mission Critical Facilities (MCF) – lead Haskoning’s global team shaping the future of data centres. This is a high-impact role that involves collaborating with leading industry players worldwide, driving innovation and sustainability while reinforcing our position as a market leader.

In the era of the global digital revolution, Haskoning has been at the forefront of data centre development, delivering reliable, efficient, and future-proof solutions that meet the evolving needs of international clients.

Responsibilities

Main Responsibilities

• Oversee the full scope of the Business Unit’s performance, financial, strategic, operational, and cultural aspects, while driving innovation and collaboration across Haskoning.
• Business Unit Leadership & Performance : Ensure successful operation and delivery across financial results, market opportunities, services, project execution, quality, and client satisfaction.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, diverse and high-performing team culture, supporting the development and wellbeing of your people.

Strategic & Commercial Growth

Stakeholder Engagement & Representation

Company-Wide Collaboration & Strategy

Corporate Alignment & Integration

Where you will work

At Haskoning, you will join an independent, employee-owned international consultancy that combines engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology. Our mission, "Enhancing Society Together," drives us to create a positive impact on the world. We offer purpose-driven and challenging work in diverse international projects, leveraging our 140+ years of expertise. With over 6,800 employees in more than 25 countries, we work to turn challenges into opportunities and make a real impact on society. We collaborate with leading clients in markets such as infrastructure, climate resilience, renewable energy, decarbonisation of industry, and sustainable mobility.

As Director of the Business Unit Mission Critical Facilities, you will be responsible for the overall performance and strategic direction of a dynamic and fast-growing business unit within Haskoning. With approximately three hundred dedicated professionals and an annual revenue of €55 million, MCF is a key player in the global data centre landscape. Operating from core hubs in the Netherlands (Nijmegen, Delft), Germany (Frankfurt), Poland (Warsaw), Spain (Malaga), APAC (Indonesia, Vietnam) and the UK, MCF is a close-knit international team of experienced and solution-driven project managers, design managers, consultants, and engineers. Together, we deliver large-scale, multidisciplinary data centre projects with precision, care, and a strong focus on client value. Our mission is to help clients achieve higher productivity and lower operational costs through technical and digital optimisation. We approach each project with a broader perspective, combining deep market insight with a sharp vision on global trends and challenges in the data centre industry. As Director, you will be at the forefront of this journey, leading innovation and shaping the future of mission critical infrastructure.

What You Bring

You are an ambitious and internationally experienced leader with an initiative-taking mindset and a strong track record in the data centre and mission critical facilities domain. You bring energy, resilience, and strategic vision to a fast-changing global sector, and you are passionate about steering skilled multidisciplinary teams. You lead by example - visible, approachable, and inspiring - and you create an environment where talent is nurtured and empowered to deliver meaningful impact for our clients, our business, and society.

You thrive on collaboration, understand how to unlock synergies across teams, and communicate with clarity and influence. Your management style is open and supportive, built on trust and empowerment. With a sharp commercial instinct and a deep understanding of client needs, you know how to build lasting relationships and drive performance.

Besides, you possess the following

What you can expect from us

At Haskoning, we believe the well-being of our employees is essential to success. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both professional development and personal well-being.

What we offer :

Read more about our employee benefits here.

Are you our new colleague?

Then we would like to meet you! Click on the apply button and upload your resume and motivation letter by 25 September. After receiving your application, we will contact you as soon as possible. The application process includes three interviews and an assessment. A compliance check is required (third-party assessment by our compliance officer and a statement of conduct, VOG in the Netherlands). If all goes well, you will receive an offer and be welcomed on board.

Do you have questions about the role or process? You can contact Annemieke Weevers, HR manager Business Line Industry & Buildings, at annemieke.weevers@haskoning.com.

At Haskoning, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered. Our mission of "Enhancing Society Together" drives us to create an environment that embraces each individual’s background, identity, and perspective. Read more about our ED&I initiatives on our dedicated webpage.

Due to privacy law, please submit your application via the apply button and not via email. Acquisition for this vacancy by agencies is not appreciated and offered candidates will not be considered.

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