Who we are

Ilkari is a privately-held start-up based in Dublin, Ireland. We deliver hyper-private scale innovation and technology to safeguard and secure data, enabling true data sovereignty even as the pace of change accelerates. Our best-in-breed sovereign technology delivers privacy and control over where companies’ data resides, where it flows, and how it’s accessed.

We’re here to rewrite the story of data sovereignty – empowering innovators, pioneers and visionaries to make their mark. We believe the sky is not the limit. We strive for the perfect balance of simplicity and excellence in everything we do, and we’re looking for people who are ready to join our journey and rewrite the story of data sovereignty.

Role overview

The Project Manager will collaborate with the respective programme managers & manage and execute data centre and cloud projects, including new office builds, data centre builds & acquisitions, building private clouds and more.

This role provides support and coordination of various third parties, ensuring project objectives are met. The position is part of the Strategic Programmes team, responsible for managing and executing strategic projects and programmes that create genuine value for the business and support the organisation’s strategy.

What you'll do

• Work with internal and external teams to plan and understand milestones and dependencies across multiple concurrent projects.
• Source local suppliers and required systems and equipment as needed.
• Ensure adherence to internal project, procurement, and legal processes and governance.
• Disseminate upwards communication and regular project status reports to stakeholders.
• Participate in weekly update calls, providing relevant and up-to-date information.
• Support the programme managers in programme-level decision-making and prioritisation.
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Capture and manage risks, issues, assumptions, and dependencies in an organised manner.
• Establish and manage overall plans with key stakeholders within third parties contracted for projects.
• Track activities and manage stakeholder involvement as appropriate.
• Build effective relationships and facilitate collaboration between stakeholders.

What are we looking for

• Personable character and excellent communicator with the ability to provide empathetic feedback, challenge, and influence others.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn and adapt, seeking guidance and advice for complex or unexpected situations.
• 2-3 years of hands-on Programme / Project Management experience handling multiple, complex projects in the data centre, cloud and/or domains industries. Experience with complex new office builds, data centre builds/acquisitions, and company mergers/acquisitions is especially desirable.
• Strong stakeholder management skills.
• Credible and persuasive, with collaborative and influencing skills.
• Highly organised, capable of getting things done in a fast-paced, fast-changing environment.
• Proven ability to manage time effectively, handle multiple simultaneous projects, switch context, and adapt to change.
• Ability to learn quickly, work independently, and in a matrix team environment.
• Advanced level in English skills
• Desirable: Professional PM Qualification (e.g., PMP, Prince 2, Agile Scrum Master, etc).

What's in it for you (Spain)

• Private life and health insurance for you and your family.
• Four weeks per year to work from anywhere for eligible employees.
• Gym reimbursement.
• Company bus line for convenient transportation applicable for employees Málaga based.
• Learning Pocket for personal development.
• A hybrid working model with flexible hours.
• 3 volunteering paid days each year.
• Generous referral bonus programme.