Data Center Project Manager

Summary: The role of Project Manager involves leading critical Data Center and Infrastructure Migration programs for a prominent global investment banking client. The position requires managing large-scale technology transformations while ensuring alignment with enterprise banking standards and minimal risk. The candidate will oversee project governance, coordinate deliverables, and engage with stakeholders to facilitate decision-making. A strong background in IT project management within the financial sector is essential for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee complex IT projects focused on Data Center and Infrastructure Migrations aligned with business goals.
• Manage project governance including budget control, risk management, scope maintenance, and delivery timelines.
• Coordinate project deliverables and proactively identify and resolve risks and issues.
• Engage with diverse stakeholders, facilitating decision-making and securing approvals at critical milestones.
• Optimize resource allocation and enhance team productivity.
• Track progress using advanced project management tools and report outcomes to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and industry best practices.

Key Skills:

• Experience: 5-10 years in IT project management, specifically in Infrastructure and Data Center domains within the Financial Sector.
• Mandatory Skill: PMO frameworks proficiency.
• Financial Acumen: Strong budgeting, financial analysis, and cost management experience for large-scale IT projects.
• Soft Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to influence across organizational levels.
• Organization: Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage tight deadlines.
• Advantage: ITIL Incident Management knowledge and Power BI/Data Analysis experience.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: London

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: on-site

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

EX- UBS is preferred and ensure their Previous UBS GPN termination cool off period should be over. 5 Days a Week onsite.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Project Manager to lead mission-critical Data Center and Infrastructure Migration programs for a leading global investment banking client. You will drive large-scale technology transformations with precision, ensuring minimal risk and full alignment with enterprise banking standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee complex IT projects focused on Data Center and Infrastructure Migrations aligned with business goals.
• Manage project governance including budget control, risk management, scope maintenance, and delivery timelines.
• Coordinate project deliverables and proactively identify and resolve risks and issues.
• Engage with diverse stakeholders, facilitating decision-making and securing approvals at critical milestones.
• Optimize resource allocation and enhance team productivity.
• Track progress using advanced project management tools and report outcomes to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and industry best practices.

Requirements

• Experience: 5-10 years in IT project management, specifically in Infrastructure and Data Center domains within the Financial Sector.
• Mandatory Skill: PMO frameworks proficiency.
• Financial Acumen: Strong budgeting, financial analysis, and cost management experience for large-scale IT projects.
• Soft Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to influence across organizational levels.
• Organization: Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage tight deadlines.
• Advantage: ITIL Incident Management knowledge and Power BI/Data Analysis experience.