Owner's Representative – Data Centre Construction
We are seeking a driven Owner's Representative / Project Manager to support the successful delivery of mission-critical data centre projects. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing, ENR-ranked organization delivering complex, technically demanding developments for leading clients across the data centre sector.
The Role
As Owner's Representative, you will act as the client's trusted advisor throughout the full project lifecycle, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest operational and quality standards. You will oversee all aspects of project execution, managing stakeholders, consultants, contractors, and vendor teams while protecting the client's commercial and strategic interests.
Key Responsibilities
Represent the owner/client across all phases of data centre project delivery, from planning and design through commissioning and handover
Manage project budgets, schedules, procurement activities, and overall project controls
Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including design consultants, contractors, commissioning agents, and equipment vendors
Monitor construction progress, quality, and compliance with project requirements, contracts, and industry standards
Lead project meetings and provide clear reporting to clients and senior stakeholders
Identify, manage, and mitigate project risks throughout the development lifecycle
Support design reviews with a focus on constructability, operability, and mission-critical infrastructure resilience
Oversee commissioning activities and ensure successful turnover to operations teams
Ensure adherence to health, safety, and regulatory requirements across all project activities
Requirements
Proven experience managing mission-critical or large-scale construction projects, ideally within the data centre sector
Strong understanding of MEP systems, critical infrastructure, and commissioning processes
Experience acting in an Owner's Representative, client-side, or consultancy-based project management role preferred
Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills
Ability to manage multiple workstreams in fast-paced, high-performance environments
Relevant degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related discipline
Professional certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent are advantageous
What's on Offer
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), providing the opportunity to share in the company's long-term growth and success
Exposure to high-profile, technically complex mission-critical developments
Strong career progression opportunities within a growing and dynamic organization
Collaborative, supportive, and high-performing team environment
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent