Data Center Project Manager

Data Center Project Manager

Location: Bristol, United Kingdom

About the Opportunity

Our client is a leading organization operating within the mission-critical infrastructure sector and is continuing to expand its data center project delivery team across the UK.

Due to continued growth and an increasing project pipeline, we are seeking an experienced Data Center Project Manager to support the delivery of large-scale data center projects from pre-construction through to commissioning and handover.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-growing business delivering technically complex, high-value projects across one of the world's fastest-growing sectors.

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing multiple work-streams across the full project lifecycle, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in accordance with client requirements.

You will work closely with engineering, construction, commercial, procurement, commissioning, and client teams while maintaining oversight of project schedules, budgets, risks, and stakeholder relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of data center construction projects from inception through to completion.
• Develop and maintain project programs, schedules, and resource plans.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams across mechanical, electrical, civil, and commissioning activities.
• Monitor project progress and ensure key milestones are achieved.
• Manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost reporting.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and external stakeholders.
• Lead project meetings and provide regular progress updates to senior management and clients.
• Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with health, safety, and quality requirements.
• Review project documentation, technical drawings, and design changes.
• Support procurement activities, including contractor selection and package management.
• Oversee change management processes and manage variations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support testing, commissioning, and final project handover activities.
• Ensure contractual obligations and project deliverables are achieved.

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Building Services, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of project management experience within the construction, infrastructure, building services, or mission-critical sectors.
• Previous experience delivering data center projects is highly desirable.
• Experience managing large, technically complex projects.
• Strong understanding of project planning and scheduling.
• Experience managing multiple stakeholders across different business functions.
• Excellent commercial awareness and budget management skills.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites.

Preferred Experience

Experience in one or more of the following areas would be advantageous:

• Data centers
• Mission-critical infrastructure
• M&E construction
• Building services
• Critical power systems
• HVAC systems

Technical Knowledge

Experience with the following would be beneficial:

• UPS systems
• MV and LV electrical systems
• Backup generators
• Chillers and cooling systems
• BMS systems

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonus
• Private healthcare
• Pension scheme
• Hybrid working model
• Career progression opportunities
• Exposure to large-scale, high-profile data center developments
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Opportunity to work within one of the fastest-growing sectors in the UK