Technical Project Manager (Data Centres)

An exceptional opportunity to join a leading data centre consultancy , delivering mission-critical infrastructure on behalf of one of the world's largest technology companies .

You'll be working client-side under strict Non-Disclosure Agreements , supporting the global expansion of hyperscale and colocation data centre capacity across EMEA. These projects are high-value, technically complex, and central to the digital infrastructure powering the world's biggest tech platforms.

As a Technical Project Manager , you'll take responsibility for project delivery from due diligence through to fit-out and handover , acting as the single point of contact between the client, contractors, and internal engineering teams.

You'll combine technical understanding with project governance and leadership , ensuring every aspect of delivery meets the client's performance, quality, and compliance expectations.

Key Responsibilities:
Preconstruction / Due Diligence

• Coordinate technical due diligence of third-party data centres (site assessments, utility availability, capacity studies, risk and compliance reviews).

• Lead bid analysis, contractor prequalification, and negotiation of commercial and technical terms.

• Support the setup of engineering programmes including auditing, constructability reviews, and optioneering studies.

• Assist in scoping, buying-out, and scheduling all direct vendors and consultants.

Construction / Delivery

• Oversee the full project lifecycle - cost control, change management, delay analysis, and risk mitigation.

• Manage contractor and consultant performance through structured governance, QA/QC reviews, and progress reporting.

• Coordinate value engineering initiatives, ensuring efficient technical and financial outcomes.

• Track submittals, RFIs, design changes, and site deliverables across disciplines (electrical, mechanical, architectural, and civil).

• Monitor and report on construction progress, ensuring adherence to programme and compliance with client standards.

• Ensure all relevant health, safety, and environmental standards are being followed, escalating gaps where necessary.

Close-Out / Fit-Out Stage

• Coordinate the transition to fit-out and commissioning, ensuring readiness of technical documentation and testing protocols.

• Support engineering teams with audits, punch lists, and close-out deliverables including as-builts, O&M manuals, and warranty packs.

• Manage final acceptance, handover, and post-completion audits, ensuring all client sign-offs and authority approvals are achieved.

You'll bring a blend of technical engineering insight and project management leadership , ideally gained within a data centre, critical infrastructure, or complex M&E environment .

Ideal Profile:

• 5+ years' experience in project management or technical delivery (consultancy, client-side, or main contractor).

• Strong technical understanding of MEP systems, commissioning, and critical environment infrastructure.

• Experience managing vendor interfaces, audits, and due diligence for colocation or hyperscale data centres.

• Proficient in project management software (MS Project, Primavera, Aconex, or similar).

• Excellent stakeholder management, documentation, and communication skills.

• Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline (Chartered status desirable).

• Be part of the global delivery programme for one of the world's biggest tech clients.

• Work across high-security, mission-critical environments with exposure to leading-edge design and technology.

• Hybrid flexibility (Ideally 2-3 days in the office - Mandatory attendance for workshops and training)

• Opportunity to travel the world - You may have to occassionally visit the projects you are working on.

• Clear progression pathway to Associate and Director levels.

• Work within a consultancy that genuinely values its people - collaborative culture, professional development, and recognition.

• Competitive package: £100k + discretionary bonus + pension + full benefits.