Data Center Project Manager

About the role

JLL is hiring a Data Center Project Manager in Lisbon, working on-site. The role acts as the main client interface, leading project monitoring, identifying risks and proposing solutions, and giving comprehensive consultation on construction projects from inception to completion, covering technical, planning, economic, quality and health and safety aspects.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct feasibility studies covering technical, economic and planning aspects of projects and works
• Plan and coordinate multidisciplinary teams and long-lead equipment procurement
• Develop Project Management Plans and define strategic project approaches
• Create process and purchasing strategies and manage project and construction package tenders
• Lead supplier selection and present recommendations to clients
• Prepare technical tender documentation, evaluate proposals, run comparative analysis and issue award recommendations
• Organise regular project monitoring meetings, prepare minutes and periodic progress reports
• Control costs, scheduling, change orders and billing
• Oversee commissioning of works and facilities

Required profile

• Degree in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or similar
• Minimum 4 years' experience in design and construction management of complex critical infrastructure such as hospitals or data centres of at least 5 MW capacity
• 10+ years of experience in the construction sector (projects and works)
• Knowledge of laws and regulations on mechanical, electrical, water and other installations
• Fluent spoken and written English
• Experience in client reporting and decision-making processes

Required skills

• Excel, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, Project/Primavera, TCQ/Presto and BIM 360
• Analytical ability to detect risks and failure points, and strong problem-solving and leadership skills