Data Centre Construction Manager

Linnk Group; Varese; In loco; EUR 50.000 - 75.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading cloud infrastructure provider is looking for a skilled Construction Project Manager for a 12-month contract on-site in Milan. You will oversee the construction of a hyperscale data centre, managing all phases from budgeting to compliance with Italian regulations, ensuring high-quality execution and communication in both Italian and English.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering or management fields.
• 6+ years of construction management experience.
• Proven experience in large, critical construction projects.

Mansioni

• Lead construction project management and execution.
• Interface with contractors during all project phases.
• Manage project documentation and reporting.

Conoscenze

Vendor Management

Contract Negotiation

Project Management

Risk Analysis

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Descrizione del lavoro

Milan, Italy (On-site)

Contract Duration: Full-time (40 hours/week)

Start Date: ASAP

Languages Required: Fluent Italian and English

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager for a 12-month contract based on-site in Milan. This role supports the build-out and delivery of a hyperscale data centre on behalf of a leading global cloud infrastructure provider. You will be responsible for the full lifecycle of construction execution — managing scope, budget, schedule, and quality — while coordinating across both local and international stakeholders. Bilingual fluency in Italian and English is essential to manage on-site operations and cross-border communications effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead construction project management and execution across new builds and infrastructure upgrades, ensuring delivery on scope, schedule, and budget.
• Interface directly with general contractors throughout bidding, award, execution, closeout, and punch list phases.
• Conduct competitive bid evaluations, negotiate contracts, and manage vendor relationships.
• Develop construction project scopes and Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
• Perform financial and risk analysis related to construction contracts and capital spend.
• Oversee capital projects designed to improve data centre resiliency and performance.
• Review and evaluate the constructability of electrical and mechanical system designs.
• Manage project documentation, including submittals, RFIs, change orders, quality control, and invoicing.
• Track and report key construction metrics and KPIs to internal stakeholders and senior management.
• Drive resolution of on-site technical issues, including root-cause failure analysis and remediation.
• Serve as a leader across construction, engineering, and operations teams — both locally and globally.
• Ensure compliance with Italian building codes, health and safety standards, and internal quality processes.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
• 6+ years of equivalent construction management experience in lieu of a degree
• Proven experience managing large, complex, mission-critical construction projects involving systems
• Familiarity with the construction of power distribution / generation systems and industrial cooling infrastructure
• Strong vendor and contractor management skills, including change control and QA/QC processes
• Fluent in Italian and English (verbal and written) — required for both site and corporate communication

Preferred Qualifications

• In-depth understanding of electrical systems (e.g., UPS, switchgear, transformers, circuit breakers) and mechanical systems for data centre cooling
• Direct experience with data centre construction or optimization projects
• Ability to read and interpret multi-discipline construction drawings, define system-level architecture, and support performance requirements
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present and justify decisions using clear data analysis
• Value engineering mindset – able to identify cost savings without compromising quality or reliability
• Knowledge of building codes and safety regulations in Italy
• Experience with controls, commissioning processes, and power management systems