Project Manager Data Centers Projects

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• Global presence, local impact: Be part of a company that is shaping the future of infrastructure worldwide, with challenging roles and projects that make a real difference.
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• Career growth: Benefit from global and cross-business unit mobility, with development processes designed to ensure your professional growth.
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Job Description:

At Ferrovial Digital Infrastructure (FDI), we specialize in the development of data center assets, from powered-land search and acquisition to DC design, construction, operation & maintenance, and we are always looking for the most efficient and sustainable solutions.

FDI has acquired a land plot for the development of a Data Center, and we are seeking an experienced and strategic Engineering PM to overview, coordinate and manage the project, construction, and engineering as well as to provide direction, analysis and resolution of engineering challenges for our future facility in Madrid.

The role may require assistance to FDI Projects Development Team within the Business Development and Strategy related activities.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing large-scale construction projects from an engineering angle with focus on data centers, critical infrastructure, and technical facilities.

We are looking for a Project Manager (PM) to lead and manage data center projects in Spain, within the data center development team belonging to Ferrovial Digital Infrastructures. The person will be responsible for establishing and maintaining project management standards, ensuring compliance with deadlines, costs and quality, and supporting the Head of Projects Development in the execution of projects, fully aligned with FDI strategy including cutting-edge sustainable and innovative solutions

This role requires a person experienced in the management and coordination of projects in the preconstruction, construction, ready for service, and delivery to the end customer phases of large-scale data center projects

Requirements:

• Minimum demonstrable experience of 10 years as a Project Manager, preferably at least 3-5 of them in data centre projects.
• Knowledge of the data centre project lifecycle.
• PMP, PRINCE2 or similar certification (desirable).
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Proficient in project management tools (MS Project, Primavera, Jira, etc.).
• Ability to solve problems and make effective decisions.
• The following would be an asset.
  • Previous experience in critical or mission critical environments.
  • Knowledge of technical regulations applicable to Data Centres.
  • Experience in international or multicultural environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop detailed project plans, including scope, schedule and budget.
• Establish and maintain project management methodologies, tools and templates.
• Support the supervision of Ferrovial Digital Infraestructures portfolio of Data Centre projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Reporting to the Head of Projects Development, on the status of the projects under development, with details on progress, costs, risks, deviations, change orders, among others.
• Preparation of executive reports and dashboards for Head of Projects Development.
• Identify risks and propose mitigation plans.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams in the development of projects (engineering, general contractor, contractors, IT, operations, administration, including substation works, and power).
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and international standards.
• Coordinate with the rest of the project development team in the Digital Infrastructure division.
• Coordinate internal and external resources for the execution of projects.
• Ensure the availability and appropriate allocation of resources.
• Monitor project progress and make adjustments where necessary.
• Manage the relationship with clients and all stakeholders.
• Perform risk management and formulate contingency plans.
• Conduct project status reporting and communicate progress to management.
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget.
• Foster a positive and collaborative working environment.
• Establish and maintain project management methodologies, tools and templates.
• Reporting to the Head of Projects Development, on the status of the projects under development, with details on progress, costs, risks, deviations, change orders, among others.
• Preparation of executive reports and dashboards to support Head of Projects Development.
• Provide qualified input to inform and update the CAPEX and associated cash flows understanding impacts associated with decision making process during preconstruction phase, and in the same way inform and update the variations orders that could be possible during the construction.
• Analysis of suppliers' offers and detailed benchmark. 
• Assist in developing capital project programs and budgets for new critical equipment and major repairs.

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