Design Manager - Data Centre 1

Bouygues Construction; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Greater London is seeking a Design Manager focused on Data Centre projects. The ideal candidate will lead commercial management and optimize project profitability. Key qualifications include MRICS or MCIOB and experience as a QS with a main contractor. This position offers competitive salaries, generous leave, and further development opportunities within a dynamic team environment.

Benefits

26 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days

2 paid volunteering days a year

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Private medical insurance

Generous share scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience working on Data Centre projects.
• Experience managing and avoiding disputes.
• In-depth experience working as a QS with a main contractor.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial management over a Data Centre project.
• Optimize projects' net profitability and cash performance.
• Provide accurate reports and forecasts of activity.

Skills

Emotional resilience

Strong Commercial awareness

Technical, Legal and Commercial knowledge

Attention to detail

Proactive communication

Education

MRICS or MCIOB

Job description

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Job Description

Design Manager - Data Centre 1

Job Location City: London

Country/Region: United Kingdom

Contract Type: Permanent Contract

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Remote/Onsite: On‑site/Office based

Travel Requirements: Occasional travel

Requisition ID: 2486
Information at a Glance

We are seeking a Commercial Manager to join us on a new Data Centre project. The role will include Preconstruction and Production stages.

Job Purpose and Scope

• To lead commercial management over a Data Centre project
• Optimise projects' net profitability and cash performance
• Lead & manage & advise on matters relating to Client Contract & Value
• Lead & manage the Procurement of Subcontractors and the Contractual & Financial management of Subcontractors
• Lead in the identification and management of risks and opportunities
• Provide accurate reports and forecasts of activity and net margin, utilising company tools & procedures
• Recruit, develop and manage commercial team members

Essential

• Emotional resilience and flexible mindset
• Previous experience working on Data Centre projects
• Strong Commercial awareness and focus on results
• In depth Technical, Legal and Commercial knowledge
• MRICS or MCIOB
• Experience of managing and avoiding disputes
• Experience of Responding to adjudications and preparing Referrals
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and produce accurate work
• Proactive and confident communicator & shares knowledge
• In depth experience working as a QS with a main contractor
• CPD

Key Tasks

• Post-Contract
• Financial Forecasting
• Sub Consultant and Consultant procurement
• Client Account Management
• People – Ensure effective resource management including appropriate deployment of staff and reinforcement of staff when required

Why Bouygues UK

Day in day out our teams deliver some of the most technically innovative and challenging projects across the UK and the world. With a strong corporate culture our values reflect how we operate with Respect, Commitment, Pioneering, Sharing.

Benefits

We offer competitive basic salaries coupled with generous company benefits including:

• 26 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days
• 2 paid volunteering days a year
• Pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Generous share scheme
• BY Extra – opt into lifestyle benefits

Bouygues Construction UK was awarded the Top Employers United Kingdom and Top Employers Europe certification. Together with our partners and clients, Bouygues UK delivers award‑winning construction, development and regeneration projects to the most exacting standards across public and commercial private sectors.

Bouygues UK is part of the Bouygues Group, a diverse global business which operates in the construction, engineering, energy, media and telecommunications markets. With annual sales of over €32 billion and operations in over 100 countries, the financial strength of our group is a key differentiator in these challenging economic times.

Be Yourself!

At Bouygues we value the creativity and innovation that our diverse workforce brings, encouraging people from all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented communities to apply. By joining us, you will be inspired to bring your full self to the workplace, speak up and share your unique ideas. You will also have an opportunity to join our employee led diversity & inclusion communities such as WeLink (women network), Encompass (LGBTQ+), Kaleidoscope (BAME), Disability and Wellness peer support network, Parents and Carers network.

We are an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

We value your privacy and we are committed to protecting your personal details. If you choose to apply for this role, please do not include any sensitive data on your CV which reveals (directly or indirectly); your race or ethnic origins, your political, philosophical or religious opinions, or your membership of a trade union, your social security number, or information which relates to your health or sexual orientation or to any criminal convictions.