Project Manager

Vertiv; Bedford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global power technology company is seeking a Busbar Project Manager in Bedford, UK. This critical role involves leading the delivery of busbar projects within data center and MEP environments, ensuring on-time and on-budget completion. Candidates should have experience in project management, excellent communication skills, and a strong understanding of project methodologies. Knowledge of electrical distribution systems is a plus. Intermittent travel to production facilities will be required.

Qualifications

• Experience in project management within Construction, Manufacturing, MEP, or data centre environments.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools.
• Knowledge of electrical distribution systems, switchgear, or busbar trunking systems is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full delivery of busbar projects in data center and MEP environments.
• Oversee planning, budgets, resources, and schedules for on-time delivery.
• Act as the client’s main contact, driving clear communication across teams.
• Coordinate engineering, purchasing, and production.
• Champion risk management and continuous improvement.

Skills

Project management

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

Vertiv Ireland is the global headquarters for Vertiv PowerBar, specialising in open channel trunking systems. Our in‑house end to end production capability allows complete control over quality, efficiency and delivery timelines.

The busbar Project Manager plays a critical role in leading, planning, execution and delivery of multiple projects, primarily within the MEP and data centre environments. This role requires strong leadership, organization and communication skills to ensure all projects are completed successfully, on time, and within budget, and to the highest quality standards. As leaders, the PM will be responsible for the continued development of management methods and best practices, provide optimal procedural services, and concern themselves with the health, risk, and dexterity of Projects through active engagement with Reporting Structures and department colleagues at all levels.

You will

• Lead the full delivery of busbar projects in data center and MEP environments.
• Oversee planning, budgets, resources, and schedules to ensure on‑time, on‑budget delivery.
• Act as the client’s main contact while driving clear communication across teams.
• Coordinate engineering, purchasing, and production to streamline approvals, materials, and dispatch.
• Champion risk management, reporting, and continuous improvement to achieve operational excellence.

About you

• Experience in project management within a Construction, Manufacturing, MEP or data centre environments.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage client relationships and internal stakeholders effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Knowledge of electrical distribution systems, switchgear, or busbar trunking systems would be beneficial.

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED

Intermittent travel to various production facilities and site locations – If you are based at our Bedford or Warrington site we would require you to spend the first 5-6 weeks at our plant in Burnfoot, Ireland.