Senior Project Manager

MK Search are working with a well-established Tier 1 main contractor to appoint a Senior Project Manager for a newly secured hyperscale data centre project in North London.

With a turnover of circa £1bn and a strong international presence in the data centre sector, the contractor is delivering the scheme for a prestigious data centre developer. This is an opportunity to join during the early project phases, influence the delivery strategy and lead the scheme through construction, commissioning and handover.

The Role

Acting as the Lead Project Manager, you will take responsibility for coordinating the project team and driving delivery across the CSA and MEP packages. You will bring a strong understanding of both disciplines, ensuring that construction activities, technical interfaces and commissioning requirements are aligned with the overall programme.

You will be a key point of contact for the client and oversee the coordination of internal teams, consultants and specialist subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the project from its early phases through construction, commissioning and handover.
• Develop and implement the project delivery strategy, including programme, logistics, resources and sequencing.
• Oversee CSA and MEP delivery, ensuring effective coordination between disciplines.
• Lead the project management and site teams, setting clear responsibilities and performance expectations.
• Manage relationships with the client, design consultants, subcontractors and key stakeholders.
• Coordinate design development, procurement and construction to support key project milestones.
• Monitor progress, identify risks and drive practical solutions to protect the programme.
• Work closely with the commercial team to manage budgets, change and subcontractor performance.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety, quality and environmental performance.
• Ensure commissioning, testing and handover requirements are incorporated into delivery planning from the outset.
• Provide clear reporting on progress, risks and decisions requiring senior management input.

About You

• Proven experience as a Senior Project Manager or Lead Project Manager with a main contractor.
• Experience delivering major data centre or comparable technically complex construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of CSA and MEP packages, including the interfaces between construction and building services.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and specialist subcontractors.
• A track record of delivering against demanding programme, quality and commercial requirements.
• Confident managing client relationships and leading project meetings.
• Able to take ownership, make decisions and drive delivery from an early project stage.

The Opportunity

You will join a growing contractor with an established international data centre business and take a leading role on a newly secured hyperscale scheme. The position offers the opportunity to shape delivery from the outset, build a strong relationship with a prestigious developer and progress within the wider business.

To discuss the opportunity in confidence, contact MK Search or apply with your CV.