Senior Project Manager

Who We Are: At CloudHQ, our mission is to deliver flexible, efficient, and resilient data center solutions to businesses worldwide. Founded by a pioneer in data center REITs, we are a rapidly growing organization with state-of-the-art data center sites globally in locations such as Ashburn, London, Frankfurt, Paris, Milan, Osaka, and São Paulo. As we embark on an exciting phase of global growth, we are looking for top-tier talent to drive our success and shape the future of CloudHQ.

Role Overview: The Senior Project Manager will lead the pre-construction and construction phases of data center projects. This role involves taking projects from initial procurement and construction, ensuring projects are delivered safely, of high quality, on programme, and on budget. The Senior Project Manager will act as the principal liaison across internal teams, external stakeholders, contractors, consultants, and vendors with a focus on critical data infrastructure. This position requires a deep understanding of pre-construction planning and execution during construction, ensuring projects meet CloudHQ’s standards of quality and reliability.

Key Responsibilities:

• The Senior Project Manager will drive pre-construction and manage construction execution for data center builds, ensuring smooth transitions between project phases and timely delivery of operational-ready facilities.
• Take ownership of end-to-end execution for data center construction projects, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality facilities.
• Oversee and manage all construction activities, working directly with general contractors, subcontractors, and consultants.
• Act as the primary liaison between CloudHQ and project stakeholders during construction, resolving issues and driving execution aligned with project goals.
• Monitor and control project timelines, budgets, and risks, ensuring adherence to established milestones and parameters.
• Ensure accurate installation of critical data center components, including electrical systems (UPS, switchgear, generators) and mechanical systems (HVAC, cooling infrastructure).
• Attend regular site inspections and evaluate construction progress to ensure compliance with design specifications, safety standards, and quality expectations.
• Participate in factory witness testing for major data center equipment to ensure proper functionality before delivery to the site.
• Support modular and prefabricated construction methodologies where applicable, coordinating with suppliers and vendors for efficient scheduling and delivery of components.
• Collaborate closely with commissioning teams to ensure seamless testing and validation of systems before handover.
• Prepare and deliver progress reports for leadership, highlighting risks, solutions, and milestones achieved during construction.
• Build strong relationships with architects, engineers, contractors, vendors, and municipalities across Europe to ensure smooth coordination during pre-construction and construction phases.
• Work collaboratively with internal CloudHQ teams (legal, finance, operations, and design) to ensure alignment at every stage of project delivery.
• Attend project meetings, representing CloudHQ’s interests and driving actionable decisions to keep projects on track.
• Champion construction site safety and enforce strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards in compliance with EU regulations and local codes.
• Ensure contractors, vendors, and subcontractors align their work with CloudHQ’s corporate standards and safety initiatives.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Extensive experience driving ground-up data center construction projects, including the delivery and installation of critical power, cooling, and mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with prefabricated/modular construction techniques relevant to hyperscale environments.
• Skilled in coordinating factory witness testing and assessing major equipment (UPS, cooling systems, generators) for commissioning.
• Strong leadership in managing large, multidisciplinary projects independently, ensuring objectives are met safely and efficiently.
• Proficiency in delivering projects on time and within budget, using robust cost controls and project tracking tools.
• Knowledge of project management software.
• Excellent communication skills, with an ability to present complex project details clearly to leadership, partners, and stakeholders.
• A team-oriented mindset, demonstrating collaboration across departments and maintaining positive working relationships with external contractors.
• Problem-solving ability with a focus on actionable solutions to resolve risks and project obstacles quickly.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Experience: 7+ years of hands-on experience in data center construction or industrial industries with a focus on pre-construction and construction oversight.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of critical systems for data centers, including power distribution (UPS, switchgear) and cooling infrastructure (HVAC, air handling, precision air control).
• Experience in commissioning procedures for large-scale industrial or hyperscale environments.

Why CloudHQ: CloudHQ is on the forefront of global data center development, delivering critical infrastructure for an increasingly connected world. As a Senior Project Manager, you will play a fundamental role in bringing high-performance facilities to life across Europe. You’ll gain valuable experience managing some of the world’s most sophisticated data center builds while collaborating with a talented and innovative team.