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: Respect and enforce health and safety rules.
Environment: Respect and enforce environmental policies.
Information security: Respect and enforce information security policies.
Energy: 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