Job Title: Associate Director, Light Industrial Technical Development, UK
Location: West London
Salary: Competitive Basic, Car Allowance, Excellent Bonus, LTIP & Benefits
About SEGRO
SEGRO are at the forefront of industrial and logistics real estate development. With a proud heritage of delivering high-quality, sustainable developments, they play a key role in shaping the future of logistics and light industrial spaces across the UK and beyond.
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Associate Director to join the Technical Development team and lead the successful delivery of projects that set the benchmark for excellence in industrial and logistics construction.
About the Role
As the Associate Director, you will play a pivotal role in managing all aspects of pre-construction and construction activities. You will oversee projects ranging from Data Centre Builds (Powered Shells) to light industrial and logistics buildings, ensuring their completion on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.
Your expertise will support every stage of project delivery, from legal, costing, and procurement, to managing third-party collaborators and mitigating risks. You’ll also be instrumental in ensuring our sustainability objectives are met while delivering projects tailored to market needs.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead project management efforts to deliver high-quality serviced land plots.
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks to protect the business from cost and schedule uncertainties.
• Collaborate with Development Management colleagues on feasibility, planning, and design, ensuring seamless project execution.
• Appoint and manage third-party design teams, contractors, and consultants to ensure project KPIs are met.
• Act as a key liaison for customers, ensuring SEGRO remains the developer of choice.
• Contribute to project briefs, viability cost projections, appraisals, and Board papers.
What We’re Looking For:
• Experience in project management, design, and construction within light industrial or logistics sectors, with a focus on Data Centre Builds.
• Strong knowledge of construction techniques, design & build contracts, procurement, and CDM regulations.
• Proven ability to manage and motivate external teams and contractors.
• Creative problem-solving skills, with a resilient and proactive mindset.
• Degree or professional qualification in construction or a related field.
• Proficiency in MS Excel; experience with MS Project and familiarity with cost reporting or development appraisals is desirable.
Why Join SEGRO?
At SEGRO, you’ll work alongside an exceptional team in an environment that values innovation, collaboration, and sustainability. As a leader in the industrial real estate market, SEGRO offer opportunities to make a tangible impact on projects that define the future of logistics and industrial spaces.
To find out more about this opportunity and to have a confidential discussion, please get in touch with SEGRO’s recruitment partner Capstone.
Rob Joslin Director
020 3757 5000
r.joslin@capstone-recruitment.com
All third-party applications will be managed by Capstone.