Programme Manager – Data Centers

Turner & Townsend; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading management consultancy in Greater London seeks experienced Programme Managers to lead complex real estate programmes and portfolios. Candidates will manage client relationships, identify new business opportunities, and employ innovative digital tools to enhance project delivery. A degree in a relevant field is required, along with strong communication skills and a good understanding of programme management, particularly related to data centres.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of programme management related to data centres.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in relevant programme management processes and systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of complex real estate programmes while meeting client objectives.
• Develop relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Identify new business opportunities and support bid preparations.
• Contribute to the improvement of management products and services.
• Promote use of digital tools for performance enhancement.

Skills

Programme management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Business development

Education

Degree in relevant field

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for experienced and pro‑active Programme Managers to join our Programme Management team. You will work on some of the most exciting and purposeful programmes and portfolios nationally and globally, transforming data centres through international transformation programmes and national business change programmes, with values ranging from £1m to over £2 billion.

Our data centre projects are iconic, international, and offer exciting challenges and exposure to some of the most innovative schemes in the marketplace. These projects involve the design, construction, and operation of state‑of‑the‑art data centres, focusing on sustainability, energy efficiency, and cutting‑edge technology.

You will have experience of working on transformation programmes and the desire to grow within a fast‑paced, intelligent, external‑facing, and innovative environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the delivery of complex real estate programmes and portfolios, ensuring that client objectives are met and that projects are delivered to time, cost and quality standards.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with clients, stakeholders and partners, and act as a trusted adviser and point of contact.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities, and support the preparation and delivery of bids and proposals.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of our portfolio and programme management products and services, and share best practices and lessons learned.
• Embrace and promote the use of digital tools and solutions to enhance portfolio and programme delivery and performance.

Qualifications

• Good understanding of programme management requirements and how they relate to data centres.
• Ability to work in relevant programme management processes and systems.
• Excellent communication skills, in person and written.
• Degree qualified in a relevant field.
• Professional membership desirable.

SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

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.