Danske Shoppingcentre (DSC) is the leading player in the shopping centre industry in Denmark. With an impressive portfolio of some of the country’s largest and most strategically located centres, DSC covers a total area of approximately 850,000 square metres and comprises over 1,100 retail leases. With more than 68 million customers, DSC is the market leader in the Danish shopping centre industry, driven by a dedication to quality and innovation, with the goal of maintaining and developing the 17 best shopping centres in Denmark in collaboration with over 250 dedicated employees.

The department

The department consists of key individuals such as the Chief Development Officer (CDO), Product Development Manager, and Head of Design. The department’s focus is to enhance project potential and develop products and design elements in the projects. Projects are driven forward in close collaboration, and as a Project Director, you will become an integral part of the team. There will also be close cooperation with internal and external stakeholders, including centre managers, the finance department, and building consultants.

The position of Project Director

As a Project Director for DSC, you will have a unique opportunity to lead a prestigious project involving the total renovation and conversion of the high-rise building at Lyngby Storcenter into a modern and energy-efficient hotel. The project includes not only approximately 200 state-of-the-art hotel rooms but also a rooftop bar, a large roof terrace, and new restaurant concepts. You will be a key player in realising the municipality’s vision of a vibrant and experience-rich centre that benefits both residents and businesses.

Your primary responsibilities as a Project Director include

• Overall management and leadership of the project in the client role, in collaboration with the Client Advisor
• Responsibility for contract negotiation and management of contractors and consultants
• Close monitoring of budgets and schedules
• Collaboration with tenants to ensure integration with the centre’s daily activities
• Management of external consultants in collaboration with the Client Advisor
• Risk management, stakeholder management, and conflict resolution
• Preparation of ongoing project reports with status on finances and risk assessment
• Implementation of ESG goals (Environmental, Social, and Governance)
• Ensuring ongoing value engineering

Qualifications as a Project Director

DSC is looking for a candidate with strong competencies in project and process management, budget control, stakeholder management, and commercial understanding. A holistic approach and significant experience in the field are crucial to tackling the challenges of a dynamic environment. You will also have the opportunity to actively participate in the development and design of the project’s rooftop terrace, a unique contribution to the local area.