Job Description

Construction Manager Need - Data Centre

Location: Harlow, Essex

Rate: £350 £370 per day

Contract Type: Temporary

Duration: 6 months (potential extension)

Hours: 7:00/7:30am - 4:30pm (flexibility required, including weekend rota)

About the Project

We are working with a leading engineering and construction consultancy to recruit a Construction Manager for a major £100M+ data centre project in Harlow, Essex. This is a new-build scheme the third facility on an established campus comprising two data hall floors and full associated infrastructure including a ground-floor plant room. The project is procured on a Design & Build basis covering both construction and MEP packages.

The Role

Reporting into the Construction Director and Lead Construction PM, you will take ownership of specific construction packages on site, with a strong focus on the internal fit-out phase. You will work across a fast-paced programme and will be expected to participate in a weekend working rota.

Key Responsibilities

• Package management across construction works, including 6-metre-high white walling
• Weekly walkrounds to monitor progress and identify issues across the site
• Coordination of subcontractors and trades; chairing daily DABs (Daily Activity Briefings)
• Site logistics management sequencing, deliveries and materials flow
• Health, safety and welfare management in line with CDM and site requirements
• Participation in weekend working rota (7:00/7:30am 4:30pm; flexibility required)

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Construction Site Manager or Package Manager on complex new-build projects
• Strong background in internal fit-out, including drylining and/or white walling packages
• Confident running daily briefings and coordinating multiple subcontractor packages simultaneously
• Solid health & safety awareness and compliance record
• Flexible and available for weekend rota working
• Data centre or critical environment experience is a must

How to Apply

• Please submit your CV as soon as possible
• We are looking to shortlist quickly and will be in touch with suitable candidates promptly