Job Description

Company DescriptionWho is Turner & Townsend?All over the world people are using buildings, infrastructure, and assets we helped to deliver. It could be the hospital they work in, the railway they travel on every day, the fuel that powers their car or the data centre they depend on at work. For more than 75 years we\'ve been helping to deliver transformational programmes across the real estate, infrastructure and natural resources sectors, making a difference to people\'s lives and ensuring a return on investment for our clients and their investors.Our purpose:Transforming performance for a green, inclusive, and productive world.The world is changing and we have a responsibility to support that change, helping drive it and be part of it. Through the commitment, capability and care our team brings, we build trust between clients, suppliers, governments and society. Delivering better outcomes that have a positive impact on the world around us. We work smarter to face the challenges of the future; bringing the clarity that helps teams realise their full potential across the real estate, infrastructure and natural resources sectors. It\'s how we\'ve made the difference for more than 75 years.Our values:Love a challenge: We love a challenge and we work hard to make change happen and see things through. We don\'t stand still, challenging ourselves and others to do better every day. And we are trusted to do the right thing, raising standards all the time.Stronger together: We\'re stronger together by connecting people in diverse teams, so that we can all collaborate to deliver our best work. We focus on what matters and use our influence to build a better world for everyone.Bring out the best in everyone: We bring out the best in everyone. We help each other to make the most of our potential, always learning from our experience. We treat each other with care and respect and make time to give everyone a voiceA highly qualified Pre-Construction Manager with extensive experience in Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems, particularly focusing on electrical works, to spearhead the pre-construction phase of a data centre fit-out. The ideal candidate should hold a degree, possess a minimum of 20 years of relevant experience, and exhibit expertise in managing design processes, procuring plant and equipment, and collaborating with trade partners.Key Responsibilities:

• Pre-Construction Leadership: Oversee the pre-construction phase of the data centre fit-out, demonstrating a deep understanding of MEP systems, with a specific emphasis on electrical systems
• Design Management: Manage the design process effectively, collaborating with architects and engineers to ensure the development of efficient and reliable MEP systems aligned with project requirements.
• Procurement Excellence: Lead the procurement of plant and equipment, ensuring adherence to industry standards, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with project specifications.
• Trade Partner Collaboration: Foster strong relationships with trade partners, subcontractors, and vendors, establishing a collaborative framework for successful project execution.
• Commercial Analysis: Conduct thorough commercial analyses, providing insights into cost-effective solutions without compromising the high-quality standards expected in a data centre environment.
• Technical Reporting: Generate detailed technical reports, communicating project progress, identifying potential challenges, and offering solutions with clarity and precision.
• Communication Skills: Exhibit strong communication skills to liaise effectively with cross-functional teams, senior leadership, and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment and understanding throughout the pre-construction phase.
• Senior-Level Decision-Making: Operate at a very senior level, making strategic decisions that reflect a profound understanding of both commercial and technical considerations.
• Partnership and Collaboration: Instill a culture of partnership and collaboration within the team and with external stakeholders, fostering an environment conducive to project success.
• Project Alignment: Ensure alignment with project timelines, quality benchmarks, and overarching data centre fit-out goals during the pre-construction phase.

Qualifications

• Degree Qualified: Bachelor\'s degree in a relevant field preferably electrical engineering / project management
• Experience: A minimum of 20 years of hands-on experience, showcasing expertise in managing MEP systems, particularly with a focus on electrical systems.
• Data Centre Proficiency: Proven track record in overseeing pre-construction phases for very large-scale data centre projects.
• Commercial and Technical Acumen: Demonstrated skills in conducting detailed commercial analysis and providing technical leadership in complex projects.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, crucial for effective collaboration and leadership in a dynamic environment.

Additional InformationOur inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.Please find out more about us at#LI-MJ1Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects:It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time.Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review.

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