Project Manager - Real Estate - Data Centre

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

Job summary

A leading financial services client is seeking a skilled Infrastructure Project Manager for a 6-month contract in Peterborough. The role demands end-to-end project accountability in delivering technology infrastructure for real estate portfolios, with competitive pay up to £400 per day. Qualified candidates should have a strong background in IT project management, particularly within regulated environments.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as an IT Infrastructure Project Manager.
• Proficiency in managing multiple concurrent projects.
• Knowledge of Waterfall and Agile frameworks.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end accountability for project delivery.
• Build strong relationships across stakeholder groups.
• Manage projects within budget and ensure forecasting accuracy.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Risk Management

Communication

Financial Literacy

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Project Manager - Real Estate - Data Centre, peterborough

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Client:

Square One Resources

Location:

peterborough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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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; along with technology upgrades to systems supporting that estate, 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, monitoring dependencies and escalating blocked tasks appropriately.

Identify, capture, and manage risks and issues according to action plans.

Manage projects within budget, ensuring accurate monthly forecasting.

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

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

Required Skills/Experience

The ideal candidate will have:

Extensive experience as an IT Infrastructure Project Manager, delivering multiple Real Estate or Data Centre projects.

Understanding of RIBA design and construction processes, with practical integration of technology deliverables.

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

Proficiency in managing multiple concurrent projects and meeting strict deadlines.

Knowledge of Waterfall and Agile frameworks for infrastructure project delivery.

Financial literacy to analyze data and provide insights and 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 teams.