Data Centre Projects Lead | Technical Project Manager

Turnertownsend; Auckland; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend is recruiting experienced Technical Project Managers to join our Data Centre team in Invercargill, South Island New Zealand. You will manage complex data centre projects, coordinate design and construction, and engage with clients to deliver on time and budget.

Ideal candidates have 5–10 years in data centre or technical environments, strong contract and risk management skills, and the ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management or related field.
• Technical understanding of data centre infrastructure (HVAC, Electrical, Generators, Fire, Security, BMS).
• Professional/tertiary qualification in project management, engineering or construction.
• 5–10 years project management experience in a data centre or similar technical environment.
• Understanding of full project life cycle from inception to post-project review.
• Familiar with main PM concepts, tools and techniques.
• Thrives in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.
• Motivated with a passion for delivering to clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex projects and programs as the key client interface.
• Develop working relationships, solve problems and drive projects to completion.
• Manage design to meet client requirements and expectations.
• Review plans, schedules, costs, discrepancies and potential construction issues.
• Oversee project safety and environmental requirements.
• Manage timelines, risks and reporting.
• Oversee budgets and advise on ways to keep on track.
• Engage with marketing and business development initiatives.
• Coordinate vendor scope with overall delivery.
• Draft contract documents in line with approved templates and manage documents.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Risk management

Contract drafting

Vendor coordination

Communication skills

Negotiation

Problem solving

Leadership

Education

Degree in Construction Management or related field

PM/engineering/construction qualification

Job description

Turner & Townsend is recruiting experienced Technical Project Managers to join our Data Centre team in Invercargill, South Island New Zealand. You will manage complex data centre projects, coordinate design and construction, and engage with clients to deliver on time and budget.

Ideal candidates have 5–10 years in data centre or technical environments, strong contract and risk management skills, and the ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams in a fast-paced setting.