Switchgear Project Manager

Vertiv Co.; Clachan of Campsie; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv Group in Northern Ireland is seeking Project Managers to join our Switchgear team. We welcome experienced Construction, M&E Project Managers and Contract Managers, including those moving into the data centre industry.

Remote and hybrid arrangements can be considered for candidates based in or around Antrim or Belfast. As leaders, PMs oversee planning, execution and delivery, manage budgets, risk and performance, and collaborate with colleagues across departments to ensure projects are

Qualifications

• Three years'+ experience in a Project Management or Contract Management role.
• Experience in Construction or M&E sectors is advantageous.
• Experience in the data centre industry is beneficial but not essential.
• Engineering degree in a relevant discipline is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence.
• Define project scope and objectives; manage resources and budgets.
• Monitor progress, communicate with stakeholders, and maintain best practices.
• Foster collaboration, provide guidance, and escalate issues as needed.
• Report project status to senior management and ensure cross‑functional coordination.
• Support risk management, and drive lean process improvements.

Education

Engineering degree or relevant discipline

Job description

We are currently looking for Project Managers to join our Switchgear team in Northern Ireland. We are particularly interested in experienced Construction, M&E Project Managers and Contract Managers, including those looking to make the move into the data centre industry.

Remote and hybrid working arrangements can be considered for candidates based in or around Antrim or Belfast.

About the Role

Project Managers play a critical role in managing all aspects of a project, from planning and execution to delivery. Their leadership and management skills are essential for ensuring projects are completed successfully, on time, and within budget.

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

• Planning and overseeing multiple projects to ensure they are completed in a timely fashion and within budget, plan and manage design through Eng department, designate project resources, prepare budgets, monitor progress, and keep stakeholders informed throughout the project lifespan.
• Determine and define project scope and objective.
• Plan, manage, and monitor progress against our standards and procedures whist maintaining and promoting best practice.
• Manage finances against budgets and targets.
• Maintain and enhance relationships with our staff and customers through proactive management.
• Promote and participate in innovations and best practices. Keep abreast of latest developments to ensure that the business maintains its competitive position, through innovation and current industry best practice.
• Promote the business in all interactions and communications with customers.
• Within the Team you will serve as a point of escalation and a reliable go-to person when assistance is needed—a supportive presence ready to lend a helping hand or/ and provide advice on Project matters.
• Responsible for fostering collaboration, assigning responsibilities, and providing guidance to ensure cohesive and effective teamwork.
• Supervise the progress of team projects, monitor their advancement within the project timeline, and relay the team's status to the Project Delivery Manager for assessment. Facilitate clear and regular communication between project teams, stakeholders, and senior management. Provide updates on project progress, milestones, and any issues that may impact delivery.
• Management of a personal portfolio of Colocation and Independent Project Accounts, to include the planning, management, and reporting maintenance of associated Projects throughout their natural life cycle.
• Contribute to the supervision, organisation, and assignment of personnel within the Project Delivery Department to suitable Accounts and Projects, assisting with the identification of key personnel internal within the business necessary for proactive functional.
• Providing oversight and direction regarding Project Task Planning, considering dependencies of multiple inter-dependent departments.
• Development and maintenance of 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.
• Champion the development of processes based upon the principles of Lean Manufacturing. Identifying deficiencies within existing Management processes, and producing proposals for the optimisation of through suitable management tools such as Flow Charts, Process Mapping, \"Five Whys\" learning etc.

Qualifications

• A minimum of three years' experience in a similar Project Management or Contract Management role.
• Experience within the Construction or M&E sectors would be advantageous.
• Experience in the data centre industry is beneficial but not essential, as we welcome candidates looking to transition into this sector.
• Third-level qualification in Engineering or a relevant discipline is desirable but not essential.

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