Site Project Manager

About the role

The Site Project Manager will plan, coordinate and deliver site‑based projects across a flagship data centre, overseeing infrastructure upgrades, service enhancements and customer‑driven initiatives. The role ensures projects are completed on time, within budget and to the highest standards of safety, quality and compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with local permitting and government regulations while leading teams through ambiguity.
• Use project management systems and processes to coordinate external consultants and internal teams.
• Maintain adherence to Global Switch change‑management, site‑access and risk‑assessment documentation policies.
• Manage contractor performance, budgets, tender documents and negotiations.
• Control costs, quality and programme schedules throughout design and construction phases.
• Communicate project plans, updates and technical information to staff and stakeholders.

Required profile

• Highly organised project leader with experience managing complex site‑based projects in operational environments.
• Proven ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams, oversee contractor performance and ensure safety, budget and regulatory compliance.
• Strong technical awareness, commercial understanding and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Required skills

• Experience with modern project‑management methodologies and quality‑assurance techniques.
• Proficiency in using project‑management platforms, dashboards and analytics for progress monitoring.
• Ability to prepare project budgets, tender documentation and conduct negotiations.