ABOUT CBRE GLOBAL WORKPLACE SOLUTIONS
CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) is part of the CBRE Group, employing more than 140,000 people worldwide. We deliver fully integrated real estate, facilities, and technology solutions for property owners, occupiers, and investors across the globe. As the world’s leading provider of workplace solutions operating in 50 countries, GWS is committed to solving complex challenges at every stage of a facility’s lifecycle. Our vision is to be the preeminent, vertically integrated, globally capable real estate service firm.
We offer our employees the best conditions to grow both professionally and personally, empowering them to realize their full potential throughout their careers.
Join us now in Copenhagen (hybrid role) and bring your unique talent and skills to our team!
Tasks
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:
CBRE is recruiting a Divisional Project Director to join the team located in Copenhagen, Denmark. The role is a hybrid role and will require attendance at our office in Copenhagen and client sites situated across the breadth of the country.
Purpose Of The Job
- Lead and grow the divisional project business by promoting, selling, and delivering compliant, high‑quality projects that meet or exceed QHSE and governance standards
- Provide leadership, direction, and development for the division’s project team
- Build strong client and supply chain relationships to enable successful project delivery
- Shape and drive the project pipeline and orderbook strategy
- Support the implementation of the CBRE Local Operating Model and the wider project business strategy
- Contribute to divisional strategy execution and collaborate with regional project leadership and the broader PJM organisation
Key Tasks
Leadership & Talent
- Build and develop the right team structure, hire and retain talent, manage performance and resolve people issues
- Support growth and development of team members
- Provide strong leadership in project reviews, communication, and decision‑making
Strategy & Business Growth
- Develop and deliver the divisional projects strategy and support wider regional PJM strategy
- Drive divisional pipeline and orderbook to achieve business targets
- Identify, win, and grow project opportunities through client relationships, innovation, and cross‑selling
- Create case studies, host client site tours, and promote CBRE’s project offering
Client, Supply Chain & Stakeholder Management
- Build strong relationships with existing and potential clients
- Collaborate with internal teams to identify project opportunities
- Support supply chain development and management
Governance, Compliance & QHSE
- Ensure full compliance with CBRE’s Local Operating Model, governance standards, and QHSE processes
- Oversee safe project delivery, risk management, and statutory requirements
- Ensure all projects meet contractual obligations on maintenance and standalone contracts
Commercial & Financial Management
- Lead commercial negotiations, manage disputes, and ensure contractual alignment.
- Own divisional forecasting and financial reporting in partnership with Finance
- Maintain positive cash flow and maximise profit through effective delivery and risk control
Operational Excellence
- Ensure efficient project delivery through strong processes, accurate reporting, and best‑practice implementation
- Continually innovate the project offering to create new revenue streams
- Uphold and promote CBRE’s core values across the division
Requirements
YOUR PROFILE
Education & Training
- Technical qualification in construction, mechanical or electrical engineering (desirable)
- Degree in project or construction management; leadership or chartership qualifications (RICS, APM, Prince2) desirable
- Strong written and numerical literacy
- Mandatory safety qualifications: CDM knowledge, SMSTS, NEBOSH, CSCS; IOSH desirable
Experience
- Proven experience delivering complex projects safely in M&E, FM, construction or critical environments
- Strong background in identifying and developing new project opportunities
- Demonstrated business leadership with full P&L responsibility
- Experience in bids, tenders, proposals and client‑facing presentations
Skills & Aptitudes
- Excellent communication, influencing and relationship‑building skills
- Strategic thinker with the ability to challenge the status quo and drive innovation
- Highly organised, detail‑focused and results‑oriented
- Strong networking ability; capable of handling large volumes of complex information
- High integrity, motivation, and strong self‑awareness
Character & Personal Qualities
- Visionary, analytical and creative leader with strong motivational and influencing abilities
- Energetic, confident and composed under pressure; able to prioritise in high‑stakes environments
- Customer‑focused role model with political awareness and the ability to contribute across the business.
Benefits
OUR BENEFITS
- Future-proof job opportunity with a true development guarantee at the world´s largest supplier for fully integrated Data Centre services
- International working environment with inspiring cross-border career opportunities
- TOP trainings with internationally recognized state-of-the-art certifications
- Attractive salaries with an annual salary assessment/increase, pension and insurance programs and other good social benefits
- Creative working culture with challenging responsibilities and a high level of autonomy
- DIVERSITY, OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY and WORK-LIFE BALANCE are practiced values!
Do you need more good reasons? Please take a look at our recent won awards:
- TOP Company 2026 (Kununu)
- Commitment to Diversity and Talent Development Award 2025 (Datacloud Global Awards)
- Outstanding Contribution to Skills and Training Award 2025 (DCS Awards)
- Best Data Centre Operator 2025 (Data Centre World Awards)
- Best Places to Work 2024 (GlobeSt)
- Best Workplace for Wellbeing 2024 (Indeed)
- Best Company for Career Growth 2024 (Wall Street Journal)
ARE YOU THE PROJECTS DIRECTOR WE ARE LOOKING FOR?
If yes, please submit your CV (no cover letter needed), including your availability and salary expectations, via our application system.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, color, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability, or age.
Applicant AI Use Disclosure
We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills, and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI during the application and interview process.
