Data Centre Construction Manager: Lead High‑Tech Builds

MiCiM; Reading; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

24 days annual leave

Career development

Mentorship and training

Sustainability focus

Job summary

MiCiM is seeking a Construction Manager to lead day-to-day site operations on a major data centre project in the UK South-East. You’ll work with site teams, logistics and trade contractors to implement plans, maintain safety and drive productivity in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes proactive problem solving, clear communication, and hands-on leadership. SMSTS or NEBOSH Construction accreditation is preferred; competitive compensation and enhanced benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• SMSTS or NEBOSH Construction accreditation or equivalent.
• Strong communication and collaborative leadership.
• Highly organized, proactive, and able to perform under pressure.
• Experience coordinating multiple contractors and stakeholders.
• Motivated to deliver mission-critical facilities like data centres.

Responsibilities

• Keep the site running safely, smoothly and in line with our project plans.
• Carry out regular quality and safety checks and closing out risks quickly.
• Coordinate subcontractors, logistics and design information so work progresses on time.
• Track packages, costs, changes and programme progress, escalating issues early.
• Support procurement and helping manage trade contractors.
• Making sure the right information flows quickly between teams and is properly recorded.
• Leading or attending package meetings, design reviews, and client updates.
• Managing 4-week look-aheads, long-lead items, deliveries and site logistics.
• Supporting handover: sign-off, OMs, training and snagging.

Skills

Strong communicator

Collaborative leadership

Organised and proactive

Experience coordinating contractors

Education

SMSTS

NEBOSH Construction

Job description

MiCiM is seeking a Construction Manager to lead day-to-day site operations on a major data centre project in the UK South-East. You’ll work with site teams, logistics and trade contractors to implement plans, maintain safety and drive productivity in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes proactive problem solving, clear communication, and hands-on leadership. SMSTS or NEBOSH Construction accreditation is preferred; competitive compensation and enhanced benefits are offered.