Construction Project Manager

AI Data Centre Delivery - Europe
Location: UK (initial) → Austria (9-month secondment)
Salary: Up to £90,000 + package

The Opportunity

We are supporting a leading contractor delivering cutting-edge AI-driven hyperscale data centre projects across Europe. They are seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to take ownership of mechanical and/or MEP packages on a major programme in Austria.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work on high-value, mission-critical infrastructure, with full international support including accommodation, travel, and expenses.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of construction and MEP packages on a live data centre project
• Manage programme, cost, risk, quality, and HSE performance
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, subcontractors, and supply chain partners
• Act as the primary interface with client, consultants, and stakeholders
• Drive programme milestones including installation, commissioning, and handover
• Ensure delivery in line with strict uptime and resilience requirements
• Support commercial teams in forecasting, variations, and reporting

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Project Manager on large-scale construction or MEP projects
• Strong background in data centres, mission-critical, or complex infrastructure
• Ability to manage subcontractors and deliver packages to programme
• Strong stakeholder and client-facing skills
• Knowledge of commissioning and systems integration (desirable)
• Relevant engineering or construction qualification

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £90,000 + benefits
• Fully expensed Austria secondment (9 months)
• Exposure to hyperscale AI / data centre projects
• Clear progression into senior leadership roles