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Senior Project Manager

Location

Woking

Salary

Attractive salary and benefits - TAX FREE

Contract Type

Permanent

Work Type

Full Time

Posted on

28 Jan 2026

Job Specification: Senior Project Manager – Data Centre


About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager with strong expertise in Data Centre delivery to join a leading organisation in Doha, Qatar. The successful candidate will oversee complex, high-value data centre projects from initiation through to completion, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and successful stakeholder engagement.
Previous experience with Microsoft (MS) data centre environments or other hyperscale clients is highly desirable.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead, plan, and manage all phases of Data Centre construction and delivery projects
  • Oversee project scope, timelines, budgets, risks, and resource allocation
  • Coordinate with internal teams, external vendors, contractors, and senior stakeholders
  • Ensure all project activities comply with international data centre standards and safety regulations
  • Manage procurement processes and commercial negotiations
  • Provide regular reporting on progress, risks, and performance metrics
  • Drive project governance, quality assurance, and documentation
  • Manage and resolve technical and operational challenges throughout the project lifecycle
  • Ensure successful handover, commissioning, and operational readiness

 

Required Experience & Skills

  • Minimum 10–12 years of Project Management experience, ideally in Data Centre projects
  • Demonstrated experience delivering mission-critical infrastructure
  • Previous Microsoft experience, or other hyperscale data centre experience strongly preferred
  • Strong understanding of electrical, mechanical, IT, and building systems
  • Proven track record of delivering large-scale, high-budget projects
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
  • PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certification (preferred)
  • Ability to work in fast-paced, multicultural environments
  • Willingness to relocate to Doha (if not already based in Qatar.

 

About NRL

The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.
 
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Imane Ghaffor

Imane Ghaffor

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