Project Manager - Digital Placemaking

Marble Arch
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A property organisation with over 160 years experience of building, owning and managing a portfolio of high-quality commercial property focusing on campuses across London. Their focus is to build sustainable properties that deliver the best possible outcomes for all of their stakeholders on a long-term basis. They are very passionate about ensuring they are able to manage their business in an environmentally and socially responsible manner.

Your new role

A Project Manager is required to join the Property Technology team, focusing on leading the delivery of smart building and digital placement solutions across the organisation's property portfolio. The Project Manager will ensure the seamless integration of building systems, data platforms and user-facing technologies.
The Project Manager will lead the delivery of smart building technologies, including data connectivity, building analytics platforms, and energy optimisation solutions. They will validate smart handover documents in RIBA stages 5 and 6, translate operational needs into clear data requirements, support the development of dashboards and analytics tools.

The Project Manager will also be required to manage procurement processes, evaluate technology vendors and oversee contracts, SLA's and commercial agreements. They will define and document project scope, objectives and deliverables in alignment with business priorities. They will develop and maintain project plans, schedules, budgets and communications strategies to ensure transparent and effective delivery.
The Project Manager will also be required to build strong relationships with development teams, operational leads and key stakeholders to drive co-ordinated project outcomes. They will also manage resources, timelines and interdepedencies, proactively identifying and resolving risks and issues.

What you'll need to succeed

Strong Project Management experience leading projects through the full lifecycle
Experience with budget management and Busienss Analysis
Preferable experience of managing projects within digital, data-driven or smart building environments
Good understanding of in-building technologies, including connectivity, controls and digital systems
Familiarity with digital twin platforms, sensor networks and building analytics tools
Experience working with real estate, construction or facilities management environments
Understanding of network topologies, cloud architectures, APIs and integration methods
Experience with Project Management tools (e.g. MS Project, JIRA, Confluence, SeviceNow)What you'll get in return

Basic salary - £80K
20% discretionary bonus
Several other benefits

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