Project Manager

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Project Manager | Data Centre | M&E, Delivery, Fit-Out, Commissioning, Handover | Croydon & Heathrow Sites | £65-85K + benefits

About the Opportunity

We are recruiting an experienced Project Manager on behalf of a leading organisation delivering critical infrastructure projects across live Data Centre environments in Croydon & Heathrow.

Working alongside a Senior Project Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day delivery of multiple projects, including M&E installations, infrastructure upgrades and refurbishment works.

This is a hands-on, site-based position suited to someone who enjoys managing contractors, coordinating engineering teams and delivering projects within operational environments where downtime must be avoided.

Key Responsibilities

* Manage the delivery of multiple M&E and infrastructure projects within live Data Centres.

* Coordinate subcontractors, specialist vendors and installation teams.

* Support senior management with project planning, programme delivery, commercial reporting and client communication.

* Ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.

* Review RAMS, permits to work and construction documentation.

* Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations and relevant Health & Safety legislation.

* Act as the primary site contact for contractors, engineers and key stakeholders.

* Manage project risks, monitor progress and resolve technical or programme-related issues.

* Coordinate commissioning activities alongside engineering and operational teams.

* Maintain project documentation, including change control, reporting and project close-out.

Experience Required

We are interested in Project Managers with experience in Data Centres, mission-critical facilities, M&E contracting, building services, commercial construction or other technically demanding environments.

Experience delivering projects involving any of the following would be advantageous:

* Mechanical and electrical installations

* Critical infrastructure upgrades

* White Space fit-outs

* UPS, switchgear and power distribution

* Cooling systems and plant replacement

* Cable infrastructure and containment

* Generator installations and commissioning

Essential Requirements

* Proven experience delivering construction or M&E projects within live operational environments.

* Strong contractor and subcontractor management experience.

* Knowledge of CDM Regulations and Principal Contractor responsibilities.

* Experience reviewing RAMS and permits to work.

* Strong understanding of Health & Safety requirements.

* Ability to interpret technical drawings and construction documentation.

* Commercial awareness, including budget management and variations.

* Excellent communication, organisation and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

* Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent experience in Construction Management, Building Services or Engineering.

* SMSTS and CSCS.

* First Aid at Work.

* IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH.

* APM, PRINCE2 or equivalent project management qualification.

Project Manager | Data Centre | M&E, Delivery, Fit-Out, Commissioning, Handover | Croydon & Heathrow Sites | £65-85K + benefits

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