Construction Project Manager Italy
Descrizione dell'offerta
ABOUT THE ROLE
This position is part of DATA4’s Technical Department. Reporting to the Head of Design & Construction for Southern Europe, the Junior Project Manager plays a hands‑on role, primarily supporting the Senior Project Manager during the handover phase of data center construction projects in Italy.
The role offers exposure to the entire project lifecycle — from permitting and design through to final delivery — providing an opportunity to learn, grow, and gradually assume greater responsibility.
It represents an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional with strong potential and initial experience in construction or real estate development.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Junior Project Manager will contribute to the delivery of Design & Construction projects in Italy, ensuring that quality, cost, and deadlines are met, in close coordination with the Senior Project Manager.
Types of projects :
- Power supply infrastructure
- Global campus works (underground networks, utilities, etc.)
- Data centers
- Office buildings
- Fit‑out works post‑delivery (data halls, offices)
Supported by :
- A Senior Project Manager (direct mentoring and supervision)
- External consultants (architects, PM firms, H&S coordinators, commissioning agents)
- The internal DATA4 engineering team (design validation, procurement, commissioning…)
MAIN ACTIVITIES – DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Administrative Phase
- Support in managing administrative procedures (permits, regulatory approvals)
- Coordinate with architects, design firms, and authorities until permits are granted
Design Phase
- Participate in client and internal stakeholder meetings to define requirements
- Follow up on technical design and ensure alignment with project needs
- Act as a liaison between Design and Operations teams
Construction & Commissioning Phase
- Assist in monitoring daily progress on site with the Senior PM
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and construction standards
- Coordinate with key service providers (utilities, control offices, design firms, etc.)
- Help interface with clients (hyperscalers and large accounts) throughout the project
- Participate in the commissioning process and internal technical handover preparation
Handover & Project Reception
- Support the handover process from construction to operations
- Assist in collecting and verifying technical documentation (as‑built drawings, procedures, training materials)
- Coordinate with the Operations team to ensure smooth knowledge transfer
- Participate in client reporting and ensure all required deliverables are completed and handed over
- Support in organizing training and site onboarding sessions for operational teams
Project steering & support
- Participate in project meetings and assist in documenting decisions and follow‑up actions
- Help prepare project reports in English for both internal stakeholders and clients
- Assist in budget tracking and updates, in collaboration with Finance and Project teams
- Contribute to improving project management tools and processes
Additional missions
- Support efforts related to sustainability certifications (e.g., BREEAM)
- Assist in implementing environmental policies (waste management, carbon reduction)
- Participate in Sales and Pre‑Sales activities for complex technical offers
- Contribute to customer audits if needed
- Help deploy internal tools (e.g., Oracle, Unifier) for project risk, reporting, and budget tracking
Main interfaces
- DATA4 Technical teams (France & Italy)
- Project Managers (Senior and Junior)
- Sales / Pre‑Sales
- Operations team
- Contractors and consultants (architects, engineers)
- Local authorities
- Clients (hyperscalers, major accounts)
RESPONSIBILITES IN TERMS OF IMS CERTIFICATIONS
- Respect and enforce certification policies in terms of H&S: health and safety rules.
- Respect and enforce certification policies in terms of Environment: environmental policies.
- Respect and enforce certification policies in terms of Information security: information security policies.
- Respect and enforce the policy of reducing energy consumption.
REQUIREMENTS
Education & Experience
- Engineering degree (civil, electrical, generalist, or urban planning / development)
- 5 years of experience, ideally with exposure to construction or real estate development projects
- First operational experience (internship or junior role) in construction, site supervision, or project coordination
- International exposure or adaptability to multicultural environments is a plus
Technical Skills
- Fluent / native in Italian (mandatory)
- Fluent in English (mandatory) – strong written and oral communication skills
- Familiar with technical construction fields : HVAC, electrical (CFO / CFA), safety, structure, finishing works
- Proficiency in MS Office, MS Project, and AutoCAD
- Knowledge of Oracle or Unifier is a plus
- Awareness of H&S regulations and sustainability practices
Soft Skills
- Highly operational, field‑oriented mindset
- Organized, reliable, methodical
- Proactive and communicative
- Eager to learn, grow, and develop in a fast‑paced environment
- Comfortable working in an ambiguous and agile context
- Able to take initiative, push forward, and find solutions
- Strong team player with good interpersonal skills
- Customer‑oriented and service‑driven