Senior Project Managers - Data Centre Construction

MiCiM; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

24 days holiday

Career development

Mentorship and training

Chartership and professional mem

Volunteer leave

Leadership engagement

Job summary

MiCiM is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead data centre and mission critical projects in its expanding European operations. You will oversee all phases, align with client goals, and manage budgets, timelines, and resources while coordinating with clients and contractors to deliver high-performance facilities.

The role requires proven management of medium to large construction projects, strong leadership, stakeholder management, and solid contract and financial acumen.

Qualifications

• Experience leading medium to large-scale construction projects from conception to completion.
• Strong leadership with ability to mentor junior project managers and teams.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.
• Solid contract knowledge and financial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership throughout all project phases from inception to handover.
• Own and drive the project timeline using advanced PM techniques to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Develop and implement comprehensive project execution plans (PEPs).
• Manage the project team and lead performance evaluations of project participants.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Mentoring

Stakeholder management

Financial acumen

Contract knowledge

Education

Project Management degree

Construction Management degree

Engineering degree

Job description

At MiCiM, we deliver end-to-end project management and construction solutions for the Data Centre and Mission Critical sectors, driving excellence through collaboration, innovation, and technical expertise.

We're expanding our operations across Europe and are looking for a experienced Project Managers to play a critical role in delivering a high-performance facilities. You'll work closely with our senior project leadership, clients, and contractors to ensure the successful coordination and execution of complex data centre builds.

The Role:

• Provide overarching leadership throughout all project phases, from inception to handover, ensuring alignment with client goals and project objectives
• Own and drive the project timeline, utilising advanced project management techniques to ensure timely and on-budget delivery
• Develop and implement comprehensive project execution plans (PEPs), encompassing all aspects of project delivery
• Manage the project team and lead performance evaluations of all project participants
• Mentor and develop junior team members to foster a culture of excellence
• Identify stakeholders; establish their needs and expectations; and plan and implement strategies to meet their needs
• Take charge of the financial health of the project by managing budgets, payment applications, and providing strategic recommendations to the Client in terms of value for money
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, representing their interests with the Professional Team and Contractors

About you:

• You will have already managed medium to large-scale construction projects from conception through to completion
• Strong leadership skills with experience in guiding and mentoring junior project managers and teams
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
• Strong contract knowledge & financial acumen
• Degrees Project Management, Construction Management or Engineering subjects are preferable, but we'd also like to hear from you if you are qualified by experience.
• You may already have experience in the Data Centre/Mission Critical sector, but we are also keen to speak to Project Managers in other sectors such as Energy, Oil & Gas, Offshore and Maritime.

Why work for MiCiM?

• Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive salary package with performance-based bonuses.
• Enhanced Paid Time Off (PTO): 24 days annual leave + Christmas shutdown.
• Career Growth: MiCiM offers robust career development opportunities, including mentorship, training, and progression within the company.
• Knowledge Sharing and Engagement: Share your expertise and engage with educational institutions and further education bodies to inspire the next generation.
• Innovative Environment: Work on cutting-edge projects with a company that values creativity and innovation.
• Energy Efficiency and Sustainability: Our clients are industry leaders which means the projects we work on are often at the forefront of engineering excellence with respect to Energy Efficiency and Sustainability.
• Work-Life Balance: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, family-focused culture that includes enhanced benefits for mental health, neurodiversity, maternity, paternity, and menopause.
• Women in Construction: MiCiM is a proud co-founding member of FWD -Forum for Women in Data Centres, as well as provide enhanced pregnancy, maternity, return to work and menopause benefits for our employees.
• Enhanced Family Leave Policies: We offer enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave, providing you with the support you need during important life events.
• Volunteering Leave: We encourage giving back to the community with 2 paid days of leave per year for volunteering activities of your choice.
• Comprehensive Training Programmes: Support your career progression with structured training programmes, including opportunities for chartership and professional memberships.
• Multiple Network and Committee opportunities with MiCiM to get involved with should you wish.
• Regular Leadership Engagement: Participate in regular communication opportunities with company leaders to stay informed and involved.