Role: Project Manager – Data Centre Fibre & Connectivity
Location: Portugal- travel within Norway required
Salary: Competitive 1-year FTC, with possible conversion to permanent role
Department: Connectivity/Telecoms
We're representing a turnkey data centre solutions provider that delivers design, build, connectivity, managed services, and facilities management – all under one roof. Known for their end-to-end capabilities and precision delivery, they support some of the world's largest names in the data centre sector across the UK and Europe.
As they continue to scale their operations globally, they're seeking Project Managers to lead the delivery of high-performance fibre and connectivity infrastructure projects. You'll play a key role in maintaining operational excellence from pre-construction through to handover, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest standards.
What you'll be doing
Leading fibre and structured cabling project delivery across mission-critical environments
Acting as the primary interface between clients, subcontractors, and internal delivery teams
Ensuring health & safety compliance across all activities, promoting a strong safety-first culture
Supporting pre-construction planning, installation methodology, and commercial review
Managing subcontractor performance and resolving delivery challenges as they arise
Providing regular internal and client-facing project reports using standardised tools and templates
Overseeing scheduling, documentation, variation management, and risk registers
Working closely with commercial and procurement teams to support profitable delivery
Offering leadership and guidance to project teams on-site, ensuring clarity and accountability
Championing continuous improvement and innovation in project delivery
What we're looking for
Proven experience managing fibre/connectivity projects (ideally in data centres or critical environments)
Strong understanding of structured cabling, optical fibre, and related technologies
Experience leading teams and coordinating subcontractors across multi-site or EMEA projects
Effective communicator with excellent stakeholder management skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Project and other project tools
Commercial awareness, including cost control and contract variation handling
Flexibility to travel across the UK and Europe as required
Nice to have (not essential)
Project Management certification (e.g. PMP, Prince2)
CDCPM or relevant data centre credentials
SMSTS / IOSH / ECS card (or local equivalent)
Technical background in engineering, M&E, or telecoms
Experience working with Tier 1 contractors or end clients in data centre environments