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Job Title: Senior Project Manager Location: London, UK Reports To: Project Director Mission The Senior Project Manager is responsible for delivering allocated construction projects efficiently and safely, meeting scope, programme, and budget requirements while ensuring 100% customer satisfaction upon completion. This role is part of the DCS Delivery Team, managing a group of internal and external Project Managers delivering new‑build data centre projects in West London.
The DCS Delivery function oversees construction and infrastructure programmes across Colt DCS’s pan‑European and APAC estate and is committed to being the centre of excellence for data centre project delivery—providing expertise with a punctual, creative, and solutions‑driven approach. Key Relationships Internal: Cost Management & Commercial DCS Procurement DCS Design & Engineering DCS Operations Senior Management Team External: Design consultants Cost management consultants Main contractors Suppliers and vendors Skills & Experience Required Proven experience delivering construction projects, ideally within the data centre or major infrastructure sectors (Energy, Nuclear, Industrial Manufacturing, Airports etc) .
Strong knowledge of health & safety best practice . Solid understanding of CSA, Mechanical and Electrical systems . Experience delivering projects under Design & Build contract strategies . Strong understanding of the technical, procedural, contractual, and commercial aspects of project delivery. Capable of managing scope, cost, schedule, quality, and risk to meet business objectives. Demonstrated ability to apply structured governance and project controls from initiation to handover and closure.
Ability to create and execute a clear end‑to‑end delivery strategy . Strong skills in financial management, programme management, and risk mitigation. Ability to produce accurate reports, programmes, and cost forecasts . Highly organised and methodical, with strong coordination skills to optimise resources and exceed customer expectations. Experience managing projects with complex engineering services installations .
Experience delivering projects in live operational infrastructure environments . Knowledge of supply‑chain procurement and contract negotiation. Experience leading local and remote, multi‑disciplinary project teams . Experience managing customer interactions and fit‑out activities. Strong IT literacy: Microsoft Excel, Project, Word . Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
Qualifications Academic qualifications in a relevant construction or engineering discipline . Professional certification preferred (e.g., Chartered Engineer, construction‑related accreditation). Additional European languages beneficial but not required. What We Offer We provide development pathways, accreditation opportunities, and continuous learning to support employees in performing at their best.
In addition to competitive salaries and incentive plans, Colt DCS offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote well‑being and work–life balance.