Technical Project Manager- Data Centres (FIFO)

Turner & Townsend; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend is seeking a Technical Project Manager to lead complex Data Centre projects on a FIFO basis across QLD. You will manage client interfaces, coordinate design, schedule and cost controls, and ensure safety and compliance throughout the project life cycle.

Ideal candidates bring 5–10 years of data centre project management experience, strong technical knowledge of HVAC, electrical systems, Fire and Security, plus BMS proficiency.

Qualifications

• Degree in construction management or related field.
• Professional/tertiary qualification in project management, engineering or construction.
• Technical understanding of Data Centre Infrastructure – HVAC, Electrical, Generators, Fire, Security and BMS.
• 5–10 years of project management experience in a Data Centre or similar technical environment.
• Excellent knowledge of main project management concepts, tools and techniques.
• Thrives in a high pressure, fast paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex projects and programs as the key client interface.
• Develop working relationships, problem solving and drive projects to successful completion.
• Manage the design process to meet client requirements and manage expectations.
• Review project plans, schedules, costs and constructability issues.
• Ensure project safety and environmental requirements are met.
• Manage timelines, risks and reporting.
• Monitor budgets and advise on options to keep costs on track.
• Coordinate with marketing and business development initiatives.
• Liaise with contractors and vendors to align scope with delivery.

Skills

HVAC

Electrical

Generators

Fire safety

Security

BMS

Education

Degree in Construction Management or related field

Project management/engineering/construction qualification

Job description

Technical Project Manager- Data Centres (FIFO)

• Full-time

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.

Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.

Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.

We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.

Turner & Townsend are leaders in professional services to the Data Centresectorglobally. Due tothe continued success and expansion of our Data Centre business area we are currently recruiting for experienced Technical ProjectManagersto join our Data Centre team across QLD.

Responsibilities:

• Manage complex projects and programs as the key client interface
• Developing working relationships, problem solving and driving projects to successful completion
• Managing the design process to achieve the client's requirements and manage expectations
• Reviewing project plans and specifications, scheduling, costs saving measures, discrepancies, potential construction problems, etc
• Managing project safety and environmental requirements
• Managing project timelines, risks and reporting
• Managing project budgets and advising on options to keep budget on track
• Being engaged with marketing and business development initiatives
• Co-ordinating vendor scope with overall project delivery
• Contract Execution: Drafting contract documents in strict accordance with legal approved contract templates. Working closely with project team/sto ensure effective and timely document processing and management of contract documents
• Bring strong communication, conflict resolution and negotiation skills

Qualifications:

• Degree in a Construction Managementa related field
• Technical understanding of Data Centre Infrastructure – HVAC, Electrical, Generators, Fire, Security and BMS
• Professional/tertiary qualification in project management, engineering or construction
• A minimum of 5 - 10 years project management experience,gained within a Data Centre or similar technical environment
• A thorough understanding of the total project life cycle, from project inception stage, design, authority approvals through to construction completion and post-project review
• Excellent knowledge and experience of all of the main project management concepts, tools and techniques
• Ability to thrive in a high pressure, fast paced environment
• Highly motivated and driven with a passion for delivering to your client

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

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