Project Manager - Real Estate - Data Centre

JR United Kingdom; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services client is seeking an Infrastructure Project Manager for a six-month contract. This role involves end-to-end management of technology infrastructure projects related to real estate developments, ensuring adherence to budget and governance frameworks while delivering on program deadlines. Candidates should possess significant experience in similar roles and demonstrate strong stakeholder engagement abilities.

Qualifications

• Experience as an IT Infrastructure Project Manager on Real Estate or Data Centre projects.
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects and manage risks effectively.
• Experience with structured governance frameworks in regulated industries.

Responsibilities

• Accountability for all aspects of project delivery and handover into BAU.
• Build and maintain trust-based relationships with stakeholders for project success.
• Manage projects within budget and complete monthly forecasts accurately.

Skills

IT Infrastructure Project Management

RIBA design and construction processes

Management of third-party Telco Circuit delivery

Waterfall and Agile frameworks

Financial Literacy

Effective Communication

Job description

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Client:

Square One Resources

Location:

hemel hempstead, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

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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 further support of technology upgrades to systems such as Protective Security.

The Infrastructure Project Manager will 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 with stakeholders, 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 in line with action plans.

Manage projects within budget and complete monthly forecasts accurately.

Follow Change Delivery Framework and complete governance documentation as required.

Keep stakeholders and boards informed of project status, escalating issues timely.

Required Skills/Experience

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience as an IT Infrastructure Project Manager, delivering multiple Real Estate or Data Centre projects.
• Understanding of RIBA design and construction processes and integrating Technology deliverables.
• Management of third-party Telco Circuit delivery, including Wayleave processes.
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects and meet 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 for engaging with senior stakeholders and teams.