Construction Project Manager

Gleeds; Milano; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for career development

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy is seeking a Site-based Project Manager in Milan, responsible for customer relationships and overseeing data centre construction projects. The role requires 5 years of experience in large-scale projects, strong communication and problem-solving skills, and a professional level of English and Italian. Qualifications include a university degree in Engineering or Architecture. The company offers growth opportunities and values work/life balance.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in large-scale construction projects, preferably in data centres or life science projects.
• Clear understanding of legislation impacting building contracts.
• Professional level of English and Italian.

Responsibilities

• Support Business Unit Directors in delivering business objectives.
• Engage with customers to develop and maintain relationships.
• Assist in the preparation and management of project execution plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Documentation management

Financial skills

Education

University degree in Engineering or Architecture

Additional qualification in Project Management

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

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Responsibilities

• Supporting Business Unit Directors in delivering business objectives.
• Positively engaging with customers and developing, growing and maintaining customer relationships.
• Assisting in the preparation, chairing and recording of minutes for project site meetings.
• Attending and monitoring the general contractor’s technical coordination meetings and escalating any issues arising.
• Assisting in the preparation of a project execution plan that identifies key processes and the roles and responsibilities of the project team, the contractor and specialist sub‑contractors and suppliers.
• Assisting in the management of the change management process by liaising with the client’s team, PM team and contractors in clarifying all necessary scope, justification and technical details.
• Managing information and technical documentation, including document storing, filing and archiving, verification and checking for standards compliance, database maintenance and updates.
• Contributing to the development and regular update of the project risk register, assisting in the management of risk workshops.
• Monitoring the performance of the consultant team, contractor and vendors.
• Undertaking regular site walks and inspections.
• Reviewing the general contractor’s construction plan, site logistics plan, health & safety plan and quality plan prior to construction start.
• Participating in value engineering exercises and supporting the delivery of related optioneering and/or feasibility studies.
• Checking the safety policy and processes prepared by the contractor.
• Assisting in the implementation of a handover plan or other management tools.
• Advising directors promptly of any issues that have arisen, or may arise, on projects; in particular those that might impact on Gleeds’ professional indemnity (PI) insurance.

Benefits

• Opportunities to develop and grow your career
• Employee Assistance Programme

  Candidate Profile

  • 5 years of experience in large‑scale construction projects. Experience in data centres or life science projects is a plus.
  • Experience in documentation and information management.
  • Clear understanding of legislation impacting on building contracts.
  • Excellent communication skills – both oral and written.
  • Methodical way of thinking and approach to work.
  • Excellent problem‑solving, negotiating, financial and numeracy skills.
  • Sound ICT skills, with a high proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Ability to work as part of a team.
  • Professional level of English and Italian.
  • Eligible to work in Italy.

  Qualifications

  • University degree – Engineering, Architecture or similar.
  • Additional qualification in Project Management is desirable.

  About us

  Gleeds is a place to be part of something bigger. We take pride in our diverse and supportive culture that empowers you to make a difference while creating connections with brilliant people – colleagues and clients alike. Enjoy doing work that shapes our collective future, while steering your own journey in a trusting environment. Benefit from our rich heritage and global opportunities as you construct a career with purpose.

  With over 75 offices across the globe, you’ll become part of a truly global team that isn’t restricted by borders. We welcome new perspectives and ideas but above all, we believe that quality relationships sit at the heart of good business. We strive to be the people that seek to understand and bring people together. Wherever we are in the world, we’re committed to the success of our people, clients and communities – giving everyone a safer and more sustainable place to live, work and thrive.

  Our values underpin what we stand for and how we work.

  • Professionalism with personality
  • Excellence with humility
  • Innovation with agility

  We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications regardless of age, disability, marital status, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender status or gender.

  We recognise the importance of work/life balance and agree flexible working arrangements to suit each individual.

  Gleeds is a Great Place to Work certified employer.

  Seniority level

  Associate

  Employment type

  Full‑time

  Job function

  Project Management

  Industries

  Construction