Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Operations Manager

About VIRTUS

VIRTUS Data Centres is the UK’s fastest-growing data centre provider. We own, design, build, and operate some of the most energy-efficient, flexible, and secure data centres in Europe.

In 2023, we announced our expansion into continental Europe, starting with Berlin and Milan, with plans to grow further across the region.

At VIRTUS, we aim to be a positive force in the fourth industrial revolution—delivering innovative solutions while staying firmly rooted in our core values:
Clarity & Quality, Accountability, Customer Commitment, Purposeful Innovation, and Capability & Growth.

Working alongside the Senior Project Managers, the PM will be responsible for ensuring that the site projects are proceeding in line with contractor cost/programme and are aligned to the delivery dates for end user customer. The PM will also be responsible for ensuring contract processes are followed and correctly applied.

*** The role is a 3yr Fixed Term Contract and based on site at the Saunderton Campus located a short distance from High Wycombe***

• Act in capacity of employer’s representative and be responsible for the end‑to‑end construction delivery of our London project
• Manage the project with all involved stakeholders in the construction phase
• Manage and track construction milestones
• Provide Vendor oversight and performance management to deliver assigned projects
  
  Review and approval of vendor scope of work and design review of site and building/project plans
• Manage compliance with audit results and recommendations
• Monitor Health and Safety compliance of the works across project
• Be responsible for Preparation, submission and tracking of all necessary project spend in line with approved business case capex and run change control on a weekly triage and then change control approval basis in line with project contingency
• Provide Project Management support on any additional works and other sites where necessary

• Desirable:
  Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in mechanical or electrical engineering, construction project management or construction management – any acceptable
• 2-3 years’ minimum experience in data centre project design and construction with hyperscale data centre operators, lease providers or similar
• PRINCE2, APM, MSP or other Project/Programme Management certification preferred
• Design and Build contract strategy experience
  
  Client or Contractor side Data centre design, construction management experience
• Self-starter with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines simultaneously
• Able to manage and work within a diverse and inclusive team environment delivering large scale enterprise projects with both localised and virtual team structures
• Cross-group collaborator and influencer across teams and organizations with proven success in participating in cross-functional teams to deliver successfully

In line with VIRTUS’ Vetting Policy, the successful applicant must be willing to undergo a BS7858 screening process.

VIRTUS is an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to fight for equality, we work to ensure a fair and consistent interview process. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to an inclusive work environment.

We reserve the right to close this post for applications should sufficient applications be received.

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