Direct Line Group · 3 weeks ago
Project Manager - Data Centers
Direct Line is a global leader in commercial real estate services and investment, seeking a Project Manager to drive the delivery of network infrastructure and cabling projects. The role involves planning, directing, and coordinating all aspects of construction projects, ensuring they meet established targets for schedule, cost, and quality.
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Responsibilities
The project manager is accountable for effective project management and delivery of their projects
The PM will work with the extended site team to develop the program schedule and establish key milestones for delivery of the program ensuring all financial targets, schedule targets are met in alignment to the customers goals
The PM will identify and acquire all resources required revising as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements
During the pre-construction phase, continuously evaluate the materials and products being proposed for constructability and feasibility. Oversee and at times prepare the cost estimate at multiple stages. Initiate and coordinate the design efforts and the value engineering processes
Schedule the project in logical steps and budget time required to meet deadlines
Determine labor requirements and dispatch workers to construction sites
Facilitate travel for technicians traveling to the project site
Coordinates with the superintendent
Inspect and review projects to monitor compliance with codes and other regulations
Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to staff, workers, and clients, representing the owner
Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes, and additions to contractual agreements with designers, consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors
Obtain all necessary permits and licenses
Direct and supervise team members in the office and on site
Study job specifications to determine appropriate construction means and methods
Solicit, negotiate, select, contract, and oversee material suppliers, subcontractors who complete specific pieces of the project
Requisition supplies and materials to complete construction projects
Prepare and submit budget estimates and progress and cost tracking reports
Develop and implement quality control programs
Take action to deal with the results of delays, bad weather, or emergencies at the construction site
Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, and designers to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems
Plan, organize, and direct activities concerned with the construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems
Investigate damage, accidents, or delays at construction sites, to ensure that proper procedures are being carried out
Evaluate construction means and methods to determine cost-effectiveness of plans
Manage, cost/budget, and communicate the contract changes process
Developing and maintaining the project schedule
Develop and maintain the project financial plan
Prepare, maintain, and complete all aspects of the DL Way (project management playbook)
Completes all weekly and monthly reporting and projections
Train and develop project team
Responsible for timely preparation of billing to Invoice the client
Equipment and material purchasing
The Project Manager reviews all job cost postings for accuracy and completeness, including but not limited to, the preparation of invoices, customer collections and periodic financial reporting to the customer and management
The PM will additionally mange all associated aspects of the program including the Safety & Environment program, the quality assurance program and material logistics
The Project Manager will recruit, hire, train, manage, supervise, promote, discipline and discharge, if necessary, all project related staff
The Project Manager will manage all human resource issues (and escalate as needed) per Company policies and procedures
Coordinate and partner effectively with internal and external design, construction, network, and facility partners
Proactively communicate program status and risks to all stakeholders
Prepare and take corrective action to address concerns and challenges
The Project Manager acts as the Company liaison to the client for the program maintaining a high level of client satisfaction, ensuring a collaborative environment across all parties
The project manager is expected to be on the jobsite and be present for active on-stie project management responsibilities
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science, business management, electrical engineering, construction management or similar experience
5+ years of direct work experience in any of these areas: construction management, data centers, or structured cabling environment
Track record of delivering mission critical programs on time, within budget, and to applicable build, quality, and safety standards
Must be able to meet Motor Vehicle Record requirements
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Contract negotiation and administration experience
Experience building and leading teams
Experience in assessing, coaching, and mentoring direct reports and vendor teams
Organizational, time management and coordination skills across multiple disciplines preferred
Client Engagement experience in similar programs
Understanding of program management fundamentals such as earned value management, SPI, CPI and other project tracking metrics
Preferred
Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification preferred
BICSI RCDD or similar Telecommunications certifications preferred
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Health savings account
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Relocation assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Company
Direct Line Group
Direct Line Group is an organization with a clear mission: to make insurance much easier and better value for customers.
Funding
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unknown2024-12-06Acquired
2012-10-16IPO
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