Project Manager Data Centre Telecoms

Key Deliverables

The following duties fall within the purview of this role:

• Provide end-to-end project management for the execution of telecoms packages and associated technology
• Scope project requirements and engage with relevant stakeholders, subcontractors, PTS local and global teams
• Develop detailed project plans and monitor progress against project schedule
• Collaborate with internal PTS teams to design, develop and implement projects
• Manage suppliers and subcontractors undertaking installation and testing activities
• Deliver projects on time ensuring quality standards are met
• Ensure all supporting documentation is fully completed and accurate
• Monitor and report on project KPI metrics
• Communicate with the client, allied trades, PTS teams and project stakeholders to bridge any identified gaps or perceived risks to the project delivery
• Highlight potential risks or issues and act proactively to resolve them
• Seek opportunities for improvement and suggest new process ideas

Skills & Attributes

• Self-starter with strong communication and presentation skills.
• A good level in English is required, other languages are considered as an asset.
• Must have 5+ years’ experience with White Space design and installation, ranging from containment systems, hot aisle containment, WLAN, telephony, security systems, demonstratable understanding of the following standards: TIA-568, TIA-569, TIA-606, TIA-607, TIA-758, TIA-942, EN50173 1-6 & EN50174 1-3
• Ability to work as a team member (excellent inter-personal skills)
• A team player who is not afraid to ask for support when needed
• Highly motivated and results oriented.
• Exceptional analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving abilities.
• Observe proper standards of market, business, and personal conduct, demonstrating integrity in the execution of duties.
• Convey a sense of urgency and drive initiatives to closure during critical project stages.
• Demonstrate flexibility, integrity and be credible with partners and internal contacts.
• Technology savvy with interest in, and experience with Smart Buildings
• Strong Project Management & organizational skills
• Positive stakeholder management and engagement
• Data Centre design and structured cabling systems background is essential
• In depth training and understanding of copper and fibre-optic data systems essential
• Experience with Google Workspace tools (G Suite etc.) beneficial but not essential

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing all aspects of projects from start to finish, including planning, scheduling, and supervising work crews
• Reviewing bids from subcontractors and selecting the most qualified ones based on price, reputation, and experience
• Leading the establishment of the overall success criteria for the project, including time, cost, technical and performance parameters.
• Monitoring project costs and scheduling for on-time completion of projects
• Reviewing blueprints, drawings, and plans to ensure that systems are constructable
• Overseeing the hiring of subcontractors and workers as needed to complete projects on time
• Establishing and maintaining relationships with clients to ensure satisfaction with work performed
• Coordinating with architects, engineers, and allied trades to ensure the full scope of the systems are clear and implemented correctly
• Project planning, including ensuring the production of the detailed project plan
• Managing the flow of project information between the team, through regular meetings and written communications
• Communicating with clients throughout the construction process to ensure they are satisfied with the progress of projects
• Health and Safety, Observe safety regulations.
• Conform to local and national laws and guidelines, and Reporting

Experience & Education 

• At least 5+ years of industry experience in a project management or program management role management position, preferably in the construction/MEP/Telecoms project Management capacity
• Must have, at minimum, a bachelor (level) degree preferably in a technical field.
• Must have qualifications within data centre design
• Must have qualifications with structured cabling systems
• Must have qualification in copper and fiber optic cabling testing e.g. Fluke CCTT
• A thorough understanding of the total project life cycle, from project conception stage, through all of the operational stages to completion and post-project review.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, & activities may change at any time with or without notice. Daily interactions will be overseen in the UK by the Managing Director UK/EMEA. An employment contract will be implemented, providing the professional service processes related to pay, health/medical benefits, personal time, approved bank holidays, pension, & any additional benefits for our full-time employees in the UK, Europe, Middle East, Operations.