Project Manager - Real Estate - Data Centre

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company is seeking an Infrastructure Project Manager for a six-month contract. The role involves delivering technology infrastructure for real estate projects, managing stakeholder relationships, and ensuring project governance. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in IT infrastructure project management, understanding of RIBA processes, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Confident IT Infrastructure Project Manager skilled in managing Real Estate/Data Centre projects.
• Understanding of RIBA design and construction processes.
• Experience managing third-party Telco Circuit delivery.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end accountability for project delivery and handover.
• Build relationships with stakeholders, including executive levels.
• Manage risks, dependencies, and budget compliance.

Skills

IT Infrastructure Project Management

Effective Communication

Stakeholder Management

Agile Frameworks

Waterfall Frameworks

Financial Literacy

Job description

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Client:

Square One Resources

Location:

Bolton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Location: Sheffield - 3 times per week in the office

Salary/Rate: Up to £400 per day INSIDE IR35

Start Date: 16/06/2025

Job Type: Contract

Company Introduction

We have an exciting opportunity now available with one of our sector-leading financial services clients! They are currently looking for a skilled Infrastructure Project Manager to join their team for a six-month contract.

Job Responsibilities/Objectives

The CTO Real Estate Portfolio delivers technology infrastructure to support changes across the client’s real estate portfolio. This includes new building delivery, refurbishments, expansion, consolidation, and building exits; with support for technology upgrades to estate systems such as Protective Security.

Have end-to-end accountability for all aspects of project delivery and handover into BAU support.

Work closely with teams across Technology, Real Estate Services, and third-party providers to deliver technology outcomes aligned with programme deadlines.

Build strong, trust-based relationships across stakeholder groups, including Executive level, to support project success.

Own and maintain the CTO Programme Schedule, monitor dependencies, and escalate blocked tasks appropriately.

Identify, capture, and manage risks and issues, ensuring timely resolution.

Manage projects within the approved budget and complete monthly forecasts accurately.

Comply with Change Delivery Framework and complete governance documentation as required.

Keep relevant stakeholders and boards informed of project status and escalate issues promptly.

Required Skills/Experience

The ideal candidate will have the following:

Confident IT Infrastructure Project Manager with experience delivering multiple Real Estate or Data Centre projects.

Understanding of RIBA design and construction processes, and integration of Technology deliverables into these processes.

Experience managing third-party Telco Circuit delivery, including Wayleave processes.

Ability to coordinate multiple concurrent projects and deliver on strict deadlines.

Experience with Waterfall and Agile frameworks for Infrastructure projects.

Financial literacy to analyze data and provide recommendations.

Experience managing projects within structured governance frameworks in regulated industries.

Effective communication and influencing skills, capable of articulating complex issues to senior stakeholders and delivery teams.