Senior Project Manager / Associate (Data Centres)
Department: Project Management
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: London
Description
Title: Senior Project Manager / Senior Associate (Data Centres)
Sector: Advanced Tech / Data Centres
Division: Project Management
Location: London (with Hybrid Working)
Reporting to: Partner
Role Overview
RLB is continuing to win projects with clients in the Advanced Tech and Data Centre sector, and we are looking for more talented professionals to help deliver them.
The Advanced Tech sector represents the forefront of technological advancement and sustainable development in the built environment, encompassing data centres, advanced manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, aerospace, robotics and automation, and renewable energy production and battery storage. RLB has experienced substantial growth in the sector, expanding into new EMEA markets, broadening our service offerings, and significantly increasing our team.
Our expert consultants play a key role on some of the most ambitious and exciting projects being developed in the sector today. RLB’s Data Centre team works on a wide range of projects including new build, fitout, refurbishment, and capacity upgrades.
With growing demand for our services, we are recruiting experienced Project Managers for London based roles, supporting the delivery of various Data Centre projects in and around London, and across Europe. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced candidate to join and strengthen our team.
A cultural fit is key. As an independent, employee-owned business, teamwork and collaboration lie at the heart of everything we do. And we work to be a force for good, guided and inspired by our values – Truth, Trust, Together, Tomorrow – to make a positive, long‑lasting difference in the communities we serve.
Due to continued growth, we are recruiting Senior Project Managers to Senior Associates with consultancy Data Centre experience, to join a client focused team in London. The roles present an opportunity to develop and drive our Data Centre capability, while working on high profile hyperscale Data Centre projects for a range of clients.
The role will sit within the London Project Management team, and will involve a Hybrid working arrangement, with time spent on project sites during the construction phase of projects.
Role Responsibilities
- To lead and oversee the successful delivery of Data Centre projects (in conjunction with the support Project Management partners) with a view to securing repeat business.
- Contract Administration (which requires a good understanding of building contracts).
- Implementation and management of a change control process.
- Coordination of the testing and commissioning process prior to handover.
- To assist Associates in the management of the Data Centre Project management team including line management duties where applicable.
- To support development of targeted marketing material, bid documents, capability statements and attend networking events relating to Data Centres.
- To assist the Project Management Partners in developing a pipeline of Data Centre opportunities.
- To support in the development of fee proposals and responses to RFPs.
- To support business objectives of delivering value for money in all circumstances.
- To carry out assigned duties efficiently and in accordance with processes and procedures.
- Comply with established procurement/commercial/contractual strategies.
- Take personal responsibility for complying with Environmental, Health, Safety, Security and Quality Standards.
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in a Data Centre consultancy environment and demonstrate a positive proactive approach to the role, and will be committed to delivering customer service excellence, with good commercial results.
Experience
- Essential - Data Centre Experience - Managing Data Centre projects across the design, tender and construction stages.
- Technical Experience - Understands technical aspects of project delivery from inception to post‑completion and is able to identify and promote solutions.
- Managerial Experience - Ability to manage a project from inception to post completion with senior management support, obtaining positive written client feedback.
- Proven experience in delivering Data Centre projects as the lead Project Manager either as a consultant or client side.
- Proven track record on leading Data Centre construction projects as a consultant Project Manager to time, cost and quality.
Qualifications
- Chartership - Professional (chartered) qualification (MCIOB, MRICS, MAPM ChPP)
- Construction related degree or a similar construction related qualification with wide-ranging technical delivery experience in a similar role gained within a consultancy.
Behaviours
- Recognised as a client focused, positive collaborator who shares knowledge freely and offers support to their peers and seniors. Recognised as a team player with a strong willingness to learn.
- Demonstrates a positive and proactive approach to the role, and will be committed to delivering customer service excellence, with good commercial results.
RLB Employee Benefits
- Hybrid Working – Working patterns to support your work‑life balance. As well as competitive maternity and paternity packages.
- Well-Rewarded – A competitive salary and generous holiday entitlement. As well as the opportunity to purchase up to five extra days.
- Focus On Wellbeing – We offer a number of health and wellness options, including gym membership and cycle to work schemes.
- Healthcare Packages – Private healthcare insurance and medical support, including dental insurance and eyecare vouchers.
- Personal Development – A continuous learning and development programme, including established APC and in‑house mentoring schemes.
- Additional Benefits – We offer a wide range of benefits including a season ticket loan and professional membership subscriptions.
- Exceptional Exposure – You’ll have the opportunity to work on diverse projects across different sectors and regions.
- Social Responsibility – We hold team and social events as well as charity fundraising and volunteering activities.
Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commitment
We believe in building a diverse and inclusive environment where each person can be themselves, feel valued for their contribution and be challenged and supported to reach their full potential. We have a responsibility to support the communities in which we live and work, and that our workforce should reflect these communities and our clients. Our talent strategy should enable us to overcome bias in the construction industry by recruiting, retaining, developing, and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you during any stage of the application or interview process, please contact our recruitment team at: recruitment@uk.rlb.com
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