Project Manager - Data Centres - UK
GB
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Req Id : 73022
Opportunity Type : Staff
Relocation eligible : No
Full time/Part time : Full-Time
Contract Hire Only for this Project : No
Job Summary
The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of the Data Centre market and experience executing detailed design data center projects including; mechanical, electrical, plumbing, civil, and substation design. Candidates must possess excellent oral and written communication skills, demonstrate initiative and leadership, and have the judgment and confidence to work independently with clients and colleagues in a fast-paced environment.
BV’s Connectivity & Commercial business is dedicated to creating and providing leading solutions to communication infrastructure, mission critical solutions, and commercial enterprise clients. By joining our business, you will have the opportunity to be involved in cutting-edge technology and work with a team that moves quickly with decisions and expectations.
Position may be based in Glasgow/ London/ or Remote (Locally).
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Key Responsibilities
• Partner with relevant team members across multiple time-zones to create winning proposals and deliver strong project execution
• Manage a team of multi-discipline engineers to deliver data center detailed design projects from schematic design through construction administration
• Work collaboratively with the company’s resources to define the approach and strategy for achieving client requirements
• Effectively negotiate with multiple levels of executive management within client’s organizations
• Communicate the status of opportunities, clearly articulate next steps and discuss potential risks with the wider sales and account management team
Management Responsibilities
Preferred Qualifications
- 10+ years experience in project management and/or client relationship management roles.
- Data Centre Design (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) preferred.
- Substation design for Data Centre infrastructure is highly desirable.
- Strong knowledge and understanding of data centres industry; knowledge of industry business drivers and motivators
- Excellent communications/human relations skills (written, verbal, client service); ability to maintain key client relationships
- Strong financial acumen with proven experience managing client invoicing, internal costs, external costs, change management, and overall project profitability
- Ability to develop and maintain a detailed project schedules
- Ability to think quickly and anticipate questions when interfacing with clients
- Ability to take initiative, support strategic priorities, take ownership of assigned projects and independently drive for results
- Exhibits high ethical standards in business and in work; maintains a reputation of integrity among clients
- Team Player
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree.
All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
Typical office environment: Sitting/Standing/Computer usage for extended periods of time. Ability to utilize audio/video conferencing software for internal/external communication purposes.
Typical construction environment, extreme weather conditions, high noise level, safety hazards (electric currents, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to chemicals), atmospheric conditions (fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation). Sitting, walking, talking, hearing, reading, writing, keyboarding, driving, filing, reaching, stooping, crouching, bending, standing for extended periods of time, lifting or carrying up to 40 pounds.
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