Project Director (Data Centre)

Rider Levett Bucknall; Aylesbury; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to oversee Data Centre projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive on-site experience, strong leadership skills, and a background in contract administration. You will be responsible for managing the client, design teams, and contractors effectively. This role includes the opportunity to work on significant projects within a major client portfolio. The company supports career growth and offers a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Competitive salary and holiday entitlement

Hybrid working arrangements

Healthcare packages including private insurance

Professional development programs

Gym membership and wellness options

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in managing Data Centre projects.
• Strong understanding of building contracts and contract administration.
• Good commercial results with a client-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of Data Centre projects.
• Manage client and design teams effectively.
• Support in developing Data Centre opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Client Management

Team Management

Contract Administration

Data Centre Experience

Education

Chartership - Professional qualification (MCIOB, MRICS, MAPM, ChPP)

Construction related degree or similar qualification

Job description

Due to continued growth, we are recruiting an experienced Senior Project Manager / Associate with on-site experience to act as Project Director for one of RLB's key clients, on a significant project within the Data Centre sector. The role would suit an experienced individual who enjoys being on site and managing the client, design teams and contractors. The works over the coming years involve the development of several phases of buildings for a Data Centre campus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the successful delivery of Data Centre projects (in conjunction with the support Project Management partners) with a view to securing repeat business.
• Contract Administration (which requires a good understanding of building contracts).
• Managing the client, design teams and contractors.
• Team management duties.
• Assist the Project Management Partners in developing a pipeline of Data Centre opportunities.
• Support in the development of fee proposals and responses to RFPs.
• Support business objectives of delivering value for money in all circumstances.
• Carry out assigned duties efficiently and in accordance with processes and procedures.
• Comply with established procurement / commercial / contractual strategies.
• Take personal responsibility for complying with Environmental, Health, Safety, Security and Quality Standards.
• The ideal candidate will demonstrate a positive proactive approach to the role, and will be committed to delivering customer service excellence, with good commercial results. Experienced Senior Project Manager / Associate / Project Director with on-site experience.
• Data Centre / Mission Critical sector experience is essential.
• Data Centre MEP, Data Centre Fit Out experience preferred.
• Strong leadership skills and team management experience.
• Used to managing clients, design teams and contractors.
• Contract administration / Employer's Agent experience required.
• Managing Data Centre projects across the design, tender and construction stages.
• Chartership - Professional (chartered) qualification (MCIOB, MRICS, MAPM ChPP).
• Construction related degree or a similar construction related qualification with wide-ranging technical delivery experience in a similar role gained within a consultancy.

Behaviours

• Recognised as a client focused, positive collaborator who shares knowledge freely and offers support to their peers and seniors. Recognised as a team player with a strong willingness to learn.
• Demonstrates a positive and proactive approach to the role, and will be committed to delivering customer service excellence, with good commercial results.

At RLB, we live by four simple ideas : Truth, Trust, Together, Tomorrow . These values are at the heart of RLB.

We value your skills, talents and unique perspectives – we think they are priceless. Bring them to RLB and you'll be empowered to shape our future and your career in new and meaningful ways. We'll give you opportunities to work on some of the most ambitious and exciting projects currently being designed and developed in the built environment sector. You'll continue to learn and advance as everyone who works for us is provided with a tailored training programme. Our mentoring and reverse mentoring schemes will enable you to share your expertise while gaining fresh insights. What makes RLB unique is our inclusive culture. As an independent, employee‑owned business, teamwork and collaboration lie at the heart of everything we do. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements and family‑friendly policies are just some of the ways we invest in employee wellbeing. Join us and you will thrive personally as well as professionally.

Benefits

• Hybrid Working – Working patterns to support your work‑life balance. As well as competitive maternity and paternity packages.
• Well‑Rewarded – A competitive salary and generous holiday entitlement. As well as the opportunity to purchase up to five extra days.
• Focus On Wellbeing – We offer a number of health and wellness options, including gym membership and cycle to work schemes.
• Healthcare Packages – Private healthcare insurance and medical support, including dental insurance and eyecare vouchers.
• Personal Development – A continuous learning and development programme, including established APC and in‑house mentoring schemes.
• Additional Benefits – We offer a wide range of benefits including a season ticket loan and professional membership subscriptions.
• Exceptional Exposure – You'll have the opportunity to work on diverse projects across different sectors and regions.
• Social Responsibility – We hold team and social events as well as charity fundraising and volunteering activities.

Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commitment

We believe in building a diverse and inclusive environment where each person can be themselves, feel valued for their contribution and be challenged and supported to reach their full potential. We have a responsibility to support the communities in which we live and work, and that our workforce should reflect these communities and our clients. Our talent strategy should enable us to overcome bias in the construction industry by recruiting, retaining, developing, and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce. Find out more here : Diversity, Equity & Inclusion - RLB | Europe