Senior Project Manager

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

Job summary

A leading company in data centre solutions is searching for a Project Manager to oversee multiple busbar projects. The role involves planning, executing, and delivering project phases within budget and timeline while ensuring high standards of quality. Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills are essential for success in this critical position.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in project management within manufacturing, MEP or data centre environments.
• Proven experience managing complex projects from initiation to completion.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of multiple busbar projects across data centre and MEP environments.
• Plan and coordinate resources, manage project budgets and monitor progress.
• Facilitate clear communication with stakeholders and ensure client approval on submissions.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Communication

Risk Management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Project Management certification

Tools

ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle)

Job description

Position Summary

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 centre 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

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Project Management, Construction Management or a related discipline

Significant experience in project management withing a manufacturing, MEP or data centre environments

Proven experience managing complex projects from initiation to completion

Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools

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

About The Team

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.