Project Manager - Electrical

Vertiv; Burnfoot; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Northern Ireland is seeking a Busbar Project Manager to lead and deliver multiple projects in MEP and data center environments. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of project management experience, excellent leadership and communication skills, and the ability to manage complex projects. This role requires a proactive approach and commitment to best practices. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in project management within construction, manufacturing, MEP, or data centers.
• Proven experience managing complex projects from initiation to completion.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of multiple busbar projects from planning to completion.
• Prepare and manage project budgets to ensure delivery within financial targets.
• Monitor project progress and performance, updating stakeholders throughout.
• Foster teamwork by promoting collaboration within the team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Tools

ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)

Job description

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.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead the end-to-end delivery of multiple busbar projects, from initial planning through to completion across data center and MEP construction environments

Plan and co-ordinate resources, including working with the Engineering team on project design

Prepare and manage project budgets ensuring successful delivery within financial targets

Monitor project progress and performance, keeping both internal and external stakeholders informed throughout the project life cycle

Facilitate clear and regular communications between project teams, operations and senior management

Serve as client’s point of contact ensuring effective communication throughout the project

Foster strong teamwork by assigning responsibility, offering support and promoting collaboration within the team

Promote a culture of continuous improvement by identifying inefficiencies and participating in innovations and best practices

Ensure client approval on all technical submissions and drawings to enable timely release to production

Coordinate with the Purchasing department to forecast and load long-lead time requirements in advance

Provide projected demand and initial material requirements to the scheduling department to support capacity planning

Work with Project Planners to develop and maintain project-specific programs

Oversee the release of parts to production following engineering and drawing approvals

Ensure timely dispatch of completed equipment to site by coordinating with relevant departments/teams

Providing oversight and direction regarding Project Task Planning, considering dependencies of multiple interrelated departments

Development and maintaining reporting structures, with special concentration on Risk Management Mitigation, and Commercial Performance Reports.

Provide leadership and discipline in the development of a proactive risk management environment by promotion and usage of effective reporting structures and principles.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum 5 years’ experience in project management withing a Construction, Manufacturing, MEP or data center environments

Proven experience managing complex projects from initiation to completion

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

Desirable

Professional project management certification (e.g. PMP, PRINCE2, IPMA)

Knowledge of electrical distribution systems, switchgear, or busbar trunking systems

Proven experience managing complex projects

Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, or similar)

Previous experience working in a fast-paced, client-driven project delivery environment

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED

Intermittent travel to various production facilities and site locations

LI-NS1