<strong>Programme Project Manager – Data Centre & Infrastructure<br><br></strong><strong>Clearance </strong>- Active SC Clearance<br><br><strong>Job Type</strong> - Permanent or Contract<br><br>We are seeking a Programme Project Manager to lead the Project Management Office (PMO) for a large-scale data centre refresh and network infrastructure upgrade. This is a high-impact role within one of Europe’s most significant defence infrastructure programmes, requiring a strong engineering background and experience in managing complex, mission-critical projects.<br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities<br><br></strong><ul><li>Lead the PMO function, establishing best practices and ensuring adherence to internal governance frameworks.</li><li>Oversee programme-level processes, resource allocation, and governance, ensuring projects remain on track and within budget.</li><li>Monitor and track project progress, ensuring alignment across multiple workstreams and escalating risks where necessary.</li><li>Request and review reports and project documentation from workstream leads and project managers.</li><li>Manage stakeholder communication and reporting at both programme and project levels, ensuring transparency and engagement with internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Align projects with overall business objectives, identifying opportunities for additional business development and strategic alignment.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Key Skills & Experience<br><br></strong><ul><li>Strong background in engineering, infrastructure, data centres, or cloud environments.</li><li>Proven experience in leading a PMO within large-scale infrastructure or defence-related programmes.</li><li>Expertise in programme governance, resource management, and risk mitigation.</li><li>Ability to manage cross-functional teams and workstream leads in a complex technical environment.</li><li>Experience working in secure, highly regulated environments (defence, nuclear, or government experience is desirable but not essential).</li><li>Ex-military candidates with relevant project management experience are highly desirable.</li><li>Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to drive business development opportunities where applicable.<br><br></li></ul>This role presents a unique opportunity to contribute to a high-profile, mission-critical defence infrastructure programme, ensuring successful delivery and long-term impact.
