At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the pre-construction phase of a major hyperscale data centre project.
- Company: Join a dynamic team in a high-profile infrastructure project.
- Benefits: 16-week contract with strong potential for extension and impactful work.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Be at the forefront of innovative data centre development and make a real difference.
- Qualifications: Experience in data centres and strong project management skills required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
We are seeking an experienced Project Management Consultant to support the pre-construction phase of a large-scale hyperscale data centre project in Oxfordshire, operating within a structured Pre-Construction Services Agreement (PCSA) environment. This role sits at the centre of project development, supporting design progression, programme assurance, contractor engagement, and commercial alignment through to construction readiness.
Key Responsibilities
- Support end-to-end pre-construction programme delivery across design, commercial, and technical workstreams
- Review and validate design development, identifying risks, coordination issues, and design gaps
- Coordinate Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) and contractor engagement activities
- Review, challenge, and optimise construction programmes, sequencing, and logistics strategies
- Support definition of enabling works including utilities, groundworks, and site constraints
- Lead constructability reviews, value engineering workshops, and DfMA opportunities
- Support tender evaluation, bid analysis, and commercial clarification processes
- Maintain project risk registers and provide clear reporting on progress, programme, and key issues
- Support transition from pre-construction into delivery teams and construction phase readiness
Requirements
- Proven experience in data centres, hyperscale, mission-critical, or complex infrastructure projects
- Strong background in pre-construction, consultancy, or client-side project delivery
- Solid understanding of programme management, design coordination, and procurement processes
- Experience with constructability reviews, ECI, and/or value engineering workshops (desirable)
- Strong stakeholder management skills, with ability to coordinate clients, consultants, and contractors
- Excellent communication, reporting, and analytical skills
What’s on offer
- 16-week initial contract with strong potential for extension
- Opportunity to contribute to a major hyperscale data centre programme
- Client-side / PCSA environment on a high-profile infrastructure project
Project Manager - Data Centre Pre-Construction employer: JMG Solutions LTD
Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and collaboration in the heart of Oxfordshire, where you will play a pivotal role in the pre-construction phase of a major hyperscale data centre project. We offer a dynamic work culture that fosters professional growth, with opportunities to engage in cutting-edge infrastructure development while enjoying a supportive environment that prioritises your career advancement. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and stakeholder engagement, this is an excellent opportunity for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in a high-profile setting.
