Senior Project Manager  – Data Centers – 50-75% travelling required                                                                            
 
Key Responsibilities

1. Industry Leadership & Thought Contribution

• Drive innovation by developing and implementing industry-leading practices.
• Actively engage with professional societies and standards committees.
• Contribute to public knowledge through white papers, presentations, and training initiatives.

1. Business Development & Client Success

• Lead business development efforts by actively selling services and delivering strategic projects.
• Leverage industry networks to generate new business and support opportunities for colleagues.
• Support sales initiatives, including proposal development and resource planning via Salesforce.

1. Internal Capability Building

• Develop and refine the DC quality system and service delivery frameworks.
• Contribute to internal training, knowledge repositories, and service enhancements.

1. Project & Operational Support

• Assist project managers in client meetings, documentation review, and adherence to GDP.
• Participate in budget and schedule tracking, resource planning, and site-based activities.

1. Strategic Leadership & Engagement

• Support the Director of Operations in key client engagements and strategic planning.
• Maintain strong billability while providing leadership-level contributions across projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering, or 10+ years of experience in data center commissioning, facility engineering, or facility management.
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience in relevant fields preferred.
• Hands-on experience with design reviews, system start-ups, HVAC, electrical systems (medium/low voltage), LEED, facility auditing, DC infrastructure, and UPS/back-up systems.
• Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel across Europe and potentially internationally.

Leadership Competencies
Strategic Growth & Commercial Acumen

• Aligns day-to-day activities with long-term business strategies.
• Uses financial insight to improve profitability and manage risk.
• Identifies market opportunities and leads innovation efforts.

Customer Focus

• Anticipates customer needs and develops seamless engagement processes.
• Continuously tracks and exceeds customer performance expectations.

Execution & Accountability

• Defines and monitors key performance objectives.
• Holds self and others accountable for results and adapts to shifting goals.

Inspiring & Developing Talent

• Motivates individuals and teams to exceed expectations.
• Provides constructive feedback and fosters ongoing development.
• Encourages cross-functional collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Team Leadership & Culture Building

• Drives a high-performance, inclusive, and safety-focused culture.
• Recognizes individual and team achievements.
• Builds strong networks to support innovation and delivery excellence.

Courageous, Values-Driven Leadership

• Demonstrates integrity and courage in decision-making.
• Leads transformative change with a focus on safety and strategic growth.

About Edison Smart

Edison Smart is a global provider of specialized recruitment solutions, supporting the technology industry’s most innovative companies. Headquartered in the UK, we connect talent with opportunity, driving the ‘Industry 4.0’ revolution. With over 30 years of experience, Edison Smart partners with forward-thinking organizations to help achieve their strategic growth goals while fostering groundbreaking technological advancements.

Full Time