Project Manager

TikTok; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

TikTok is seeking a Data Center Project Manager to drive end-to-end standardization projects across Europe, coordinating with teams and vendors. The role is based in London and supports operations in Brazil, requiring global collaboration to meet delivery milestones.

Applicants should have a background in data center delivery, cross-functional project management, and experience in standardization and process improvements to ensure on-time, on-budget execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field with relevant work experience.
• Experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects.
• Experience in standardization, process improvement, operational excellence, or multi-site/multi-region programs.
• Prefer CDN/telecom network project experience.
• Data center delivery experience (self-built or colocation).

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of data center standardization projects from initiation to closure.
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, milestones, dependencies, and deliverables.
• Establish governance, roles, reporting, and escalation paths.
• Manage scope and change control to align with objectives.

Skills

Cross-functional project management

Process improvement

Operational excellence

Multi-site / multi-region programs

Network infrastructure knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Project Management, or a related technical field

Tools

CDN & Telecom networks

Job description

Responsibilities

Team Overview

TikTok Data Center Development team is responsible for building Data Center and Network in the European region. Our work involves, but not limiting to, data center innovation, implementing advanced technologies and renewable energy to achieve carbon-neutrality, rapid project delivery, capacity planning, process and risk control, cost management, etc. Our objective is to provide TikTok with efficient Data Center infrastructure services to support our business growth.

The Global Delivery Management team is mainly responsible for site selection, acquisition, and project delivery.

Business Context

This role is based in London and manages projects across Europe. Additionally, it will support data center delivery operations in Brazil, requiring regular coordination with local vendors, contractors, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of data center standardization projects, from project initiation and planning through implementation, tracking, and closure.
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, milestones, dependencies, and deliverables.
• Establish clear project governance, roles and responsibilities, reporting mechanisms, and escalation paths.
• Manage project scope and change control to ensure alignment with agreed objectives and priorities.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Project Management, or a related technical field, with relevant work experience.
• Experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects.
• Experience in standardization, process improvement, operational excellence, or multi-site/multi-region programs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the network infrastructure space, including solutions or project management experience in CDN and/or telecom-related fields.
• Experience in data center delivery, including self-built or colocation projects.

About TikTok

TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and we also have offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.

Why Join Us

Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we work towards every day.

We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.

Diversity & Inclusion

TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.