Senior Project Manager

Description

Join us on our mission to make the world a better place…

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make the most of your skills and talents in an organisation that's serious about sustainability?

About Us

We are an innovation driven digital infrastructure organisation of industry leading experts in intelligent design, engineering, security, science, research, and sustainability.  Headquartered in London (UK), with over 200MW of IT capacity live or under development, we develop and operate sustainable data centres for some of the world's largest technology companies, across the UK, Europe, Middle East, and Asia.

We believe in data centres for good - creating employment opportunities, using our resources to support local communities, and investing in environmental restoration. 

Irrespective of which area you work in there's a common thread that binds everyone at Pure DC together. We're passionate about always improving the way we are working, operating and developing.

Our goal is to use intelligent design of data centre infrastructure to improve the planet, society and the communities we operate in.  Being sustainable makes a lot of sense, our customers want to develop sustainably, and we do too. We recognise and take responsibility for the environmental impact of our data centres and that's why our in-house design, construction and sustainability teams are working together to reduce emissions associated with our activities and supply chain.

About you

We would love to hear from you if you are:

Curious, analytical and great at solving problems.

Exceptional at building strong working relationships with team members and across a range of stakeholders.

Flexible and adaptable team player with a can-do attitude.

Able to undertake a variety of activities with a substantial degree of personal responsibility and autonomy.

Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

• Project Planning: Develop and implement comprehensive project execution delivery plans, including defining project scope, goals, and deliverables. Coordinate with stakeholders to establish project timelines, milestones, and budgetary constraints.
• Team Leadership: Provide strong leadership to project teams including, but not limited, Contractors, CSA / MEPF / SICT consultants, PMC & Cost consultants and any other specialist consultants, ensuring clear communication, task delegation, and coordination of resources. Foster a collaborative and high-performing project team environment.
• Vendor Management: Identify, select, and manage vendors, contractors, and suppliers throughout the project lifecycle. Oversee procurement activities, contract negotiation, and compliance to ensure timely delivery of quality materials and services.
• Project Execution: Monitor and control project execution, ensuring adherence to project plans, specifications, and regulatory requirements. Proactively identify and address potential risks, issues, and changes that may impact project schedule or budget.
• Construction Management: Oversight on construction methodologies and related activities, sequencing of key activities and overall constructability.
• Quality and Safety Compliance: Implement, enforce and lead quality control processes and safety protocols to ensure compliance with industry / local standards and regulations. Conduct regular inspections and audits to verify adherence to project specifications and safety guidelines.
• Project Commissioning: Overseeing the management of the testing and commissioning process from FAT's through to area handover certificates. Ensure Commissioning Strategy and Plan is in place and coordinated with operations team and ATP Process are in place for relevant witnessing sign off.
• Project Documentation: Maintain accurate project documentation, including contracts, permits, drawings, change orders, and other project-related records. Ensure proper document control management system in place for management of workflows, correspondence, archiving and retention of project documentation for future reference.
• Stakeholder Communication: Establish effective communication channels with project stakeholders, including clients, senior management, internal teams, and external partners. Provide regular project updates, status reports, and presentations to keep stakeholders informed.
• Budget and Cost Management: Develop and manage project budgets with commercial team, tracking expenditures, and ensuring cost control measures are in place. Monitor project financials, review contractor invoices, and address any budget deviations promptly.
• Change Management: Ensure all changes to be appropriately recorded on the change register, reviewed and approved through change control process. Assure that Project team follows the change control process including, but not limited to commercial, permit and design changes.
• Risk Management:  Implement a risk management strategy that is followed regularly to identify and manage risks that could impact the project. This includes developing contingency plans and taking steps to mitigate risks.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process optimisation, cost savings and efficiency improvements within the project management function. Implement lessons learned from previous projects to enhance future project delivery.

Qualifications

What we're looking for Do you have:

A genuine passion to drive change: We're constantly searching for new ways to change the status quo. We need you to be efficient and agile, with excellent attention to detail and a desire to drive value creation and deliver exceptional service.

Ability to think differently: Our projects all require the team to think through problems and find the most effective and efficient new solution in each case. We're looking for innovative thinking, problem solving, and a willingness to question assumptions.

Ability to build and maintain trust: We build trust and create space for people to own their work and deliver their best. We create environments where people feel safe if they make honest mistakes, and when they do we support them to learn and put things right.

Ability to connect and collaborate: You'll be able to share your perspectives constructively and listen openly. Cross functional collaboration is crucial, because we understand that no one team is wholly responsible for building and operating a data centre.

Technical Experience/Skills:  

You will be able to demonstrate:

Proven experience as an effective project manager in data centre construction or related mission critical infrastructure projects. (R)

Proven knowledge and effective use of construction project management principles, methodologies, and best practices. Utilising these to assure time, cost and successful project outcomes. (R)

Practical proficiency in project management software and tools for scheduling, budgeting, and collaboration. (R)

Solid understanding of building codes, regulations, and safety standards related to data centre construction and local market.(R)

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make informed decisions under pressure. (R)

Career Experience/Skills:   

You will be able to demonstrate:  

Degree or professional equivalent qualification in engineering, construction or project management.  (R/D)

Effective leadership and team management skills, using proven knowledge and capability to motivate and inspire cross-functional teams to deliver effective and appropriate outcomes. (R)

What's in it for you?

You'll be joining a dedicated, vibrant, dynamic and talented team of people who are deeply passionate about data centres for good.

We're committed to the culture of learning and provide regular learning opportunities for everyone. We will support you with your personal and career development plans.

Your health and wellbeing is really important to us and we want to ensure that you're able to make the most of the opportunities and reach your full potential.  From a programme of wellbeing activities throughout the year to Mental Health First Aiders and a 24-hour impartial Employee Assistance line, we're determined to create an environment that supports everyone's mental and physical health.

We offer a competitive salary.

You'll get a generous amount of annual leave which increases with service, plus public holidays.

You also get an extra day off for your birthday.

We offer a Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme.

We provide Private Medical Insurance for you and your family.

We offer 3 x Life Insurance and many other benefits.

This is an exciting role for someone who really wants to make a difference and is passionate about how the data centre infrastructure can help to improve the planet, society and the communities we operate in.

Everyone's welcome

Everyone is welcome at Pure. Our business thrives on difference and we want you to feel at home, and be able to bring your whole self to work. We champion a workplace that celebrates and embraces diversity, ensuring that every individual, regardless of their background, finds a true sense of belonging.

We understand the value of a diverse talent base and the unique perspectives, experiences and innovative ideas each person brings. That's why we have our Inclusion & Belonging Committee to drive forward our key inclusion priorities.

We're committed to an active Inclusion, Diversity and Equal Opportunities Policy, starting with our recruitment and selection process. We want applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

HOW TO APPLY

We'd love it if you could submit your application online here. If you require an alternative method of applying, please reach out to

Interested but not sure you tick every box? Research tells us that women, particularly, feel this way. So, regardless of gender, why not apply.

If you require reasonable adjustments to any part of our recruitment process, please share those requirements with us when completing your application. We will make every effort to ensure your needs are met to provide a fair and transparent process of assessment.

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