Site Manager

Vantage Consulting Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 83,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Vantage Consulting Limited in Manchester seeks a sharp, high-energy Site Manager to own the on-site footprint of a data center project, coordinating elite engineering subcontractors and leading the technical commissioning of critical infrastructure.

This eight-month contract, outside IR35, pays £450-£550 per day for a role where downtime isn’t an option, with the site transitioning from pre-ops to a live data centre environment.

Qualifications

• Experience managing data center projects on-site.
• Strong understanding of site safety and operational standards.
• Ability to coordinate multiple subcontractors and vendors during commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Own the site: act as on-site authority for client operations and safety.
• Oversee the rollout and testing of high-density electrical systems, UPS, switchgear, cooling, and generators.
• Coordinate with master consultants, main contractors, and installers.
• Drive the project from pre-ops to live data center operations.

Skills

Site management

HSE compliance

Vendor management

Commissioning

Tools

Electrical systems

Job description

Site Manager - Data Center

Site Based - Manchester

£450-£550 per day

Outside of IR35

8 Month Duration

We are looking for a sharp, high-energy Site Manager to own the operational site footprint, coordinate elite engineering subcontractors, and lead the technical commissioning of world-class mission-critical infrastructure. This will be working on a high profile CNI build in Manchester.

If you thrive in high-stakes environments where downtime isn't an option, this is your next playground.

Your Mission

• Own the Site: Act as the ultimate on-site authority for the client, overseeing day-to-day operations, vendor performance, and strict H&S adherence during the pre-ops and commissioning phases.
• Master the Infrastructure: Supervise the rollout and testing of high-density 40MW electrical systems, UPS, switchgear, closed-loop cooling architectures, and HVO backup generators.
• Subcontractor Symphony: Coordinate seamlessly with master engineering consultants, main contractors, and specialist electrical/mechanical installers.
• Bridge to Go-Live: Drive the site smoothly from active construction milestones into a fully operational, live data centre environment.