Project Manager

Job Description

About The Role:
The incumbent is responsible for supporting the Group Projects team in the preparation and delivery of capital projects. Interact fully with other members of the Global Switch team, Customers, Consultants and Contractors to deliver designated project works on time and within budget, all in accordance with the policies, systems, processes, and procedures that constitute the project delivery process and the maintenance of Global Switch Data Centre’s. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure the use of ‘project management systems, procedures and processes to ensure that external consultants and the internal Global Switch team interface in the successful completion of the project 
• Ensuring Global Switch policies and procedures are fully followed in respect of change management, site access and timely availability of documentation for risk assessments of the planned works 
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant local permitting and government/local authority regulations 
• Maintaining a strong focus on contractor management and performance, establishing, and managing relationships with key stakeholders
• Maintain high standards of cost, quality and programme control throughout the design and construction phases of multiple projects
• Preparation of project budgets, including documents for tender and negotiations with Contractors, Sub- Contractors, Suppliers, Design Consultants and Customers for best value
• Preparation of RFAs for each project, including use of the Gateway processes to ensure adequate and timely involvement of internal and external stakeholders
• Assist in monitoring design and construction programme, cost control and project information systems to ensure successful project delivery
• Preparation of reports based on agreed standard formats that demonstrate and provide accurate information to the Senior Management team regarding projects currently in execution

About You:

You are a detail-oriented professional who consistently strives for excellence in service delivery and project outcomes. You take pride in the successful execution of capital projects, ensuring every aspect is completed to the highest possible standard. With a strong sense of personal responsibility, you are committed to getting things right the first time.

Your collaborative nature allows you to interact effectively with Line Management and the Group Projects function, while also building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders—including Global Switch staff, consultants, and contractors. You are responsive and adaptable to evolving company needs, and you thrive in environments that value teamwork and continuous improvement.

Key Requirements:

• Works out how to apply concepts in a practical way. 
• Applies experience and best practice to deliver optimal projects situations 
• Thinks through how things can work better and makes suggestions for improvement. 

About Global Switch:

You might not know it, but you use a data centre like Global Switch every day. Whether you're browsing the web, streaming, playing a game, or simply making a purchase, you are relying on data centres around the world. Global Switch is a trusted name in the industry, with over 20 years of experience and a commitment to long-term partnerships and sustainability.

We value excellence and teamwork, and we always strive to deliver the best customer service and satisfaction. We are a team of skilled and passionate professionals, proud of who we are and what we do. Joining us means becoming part of a team that values learning and growth.

As an equal opportunity employer, Global Switch is committed to providing a working culture that values diversity and inclusion and is committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a barrier-free recruitment process and working environment.