Project Manager, East London

Project Manager - Critical Facilities / Data Centres - Canary Wharf Our client, a well-established and growing turnkey principal building and construction contractor, is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of critical facilities and data centre project based in Canary Wharf.

This role will take full ownership of projects from estimating handover through to completion and client sign-off, ensuring safe delivery, strong commercial performance, and high-quality execution throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee design coordination, RFIs, technical submittals and risk management to ensure alignment with programme and construction sequencing.

Manage procurement of subcontractors and major equipment, supporting commercial reporting, cost control, variations and margin protection alongside the commercial team.

Drive site delivery through strong leadership of Assistant Project Managers, Site Managers and the wider supply chain.

Chair project meetings, maintain stakeholder relationships and act as the primary client interface.

Ensure compliance with HSQE standards, CDM regulations, RAMS and company procedures.

Oversee commissioning, QA/QC processes, documentation, O&M manuals and project handover.

The ideal candidate will have

Proven experience operating at Project Manager level within construction or engineering

Data Centre or Critical Facilities project experience (essential)

Electrical qualifications with mechanical knowledge desirable

SMSTS, CSCS Managers Card, and NVQ Level 6 Construction Site Management (or equivalent)

Strong commercial awareness with experience managing programme, risk and cost performance

Job Details

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Canary Wharf, Tower Hamlets

Salary:£80,000 - £85,000 (DOE)

Benefits: Private healthcare&dental care, life insurance, project performance bonus.

An excellent opportunity to join a growing contractor delivering technically complex projects within a collaborative and high-performing environment.

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