Construction Project Manager Germany

DATA4 Group; Frankfurt; Hybrid; EUR 75.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

DATA4 Group is seeking a Project Manager to join the Germany Design & Construction team, supporting the Senior Project Manager during the transfer phase of data center construction projects in Germany. This role provides exposure to the full project lifecycle from permitting to final delivery and offers a strong learning path with growing responsibilities.

The position involves coordinating with architects, authorities, and service providers, monitoring design and on-site progress, ensuring

Qualifikationen

• Engineering degree (civil engineering, electrical engineering, general engineering, or urban planning/development).
• 5+ years’ experience in construction projects or real estate development, site supervision, and project coordination.
• Languages: German and English (excellent written and verbal communication skills).
• Technical knowledge in construction: HVAC, electrical systems (low and high voltage), safety systems, structure, and finishes.
• Proficiency in MS Office, MS Project, and AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of Oracle or Unifier is a plus.
• Awareness of HSE regulations and sustainable construction practices.

Aufgaben

• Support the Senior Project Manager in delivering design and construction projects in Germany, ensuring quality, cost, and schedule targets.
• Assist with permits, regulatory authorizations, and interaction with architects and authorities until permits are obtained.
• Participate in meetings to define project requirements and monitor technical design.
• Oversee on-site progress and ensure safety and compliance with standards.
• Coordinate with clients (hyperscalers and key accounts) and service providers.
• Support project handover and knowledge transfer to Operations.

Ausbildung

Engineering degree (civil engineering, electrical engineering, general engineering, or urban planning/development)

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

AutoCAD

Oracle

Unifier

Jobbeschreibung

ABOUT THE ROLE

You will join the Germany Design & Construction team and take on an operational role, primarily supporting the Senior Project Manager during the transfer phase of data center construction projects.

The role provides exposure to the full project lifecycle — from permitting and authorizations through to final delivery — and offers a strong learning and development opportunity, with a gradual increase in responsibility. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual with strong potential and initial experience in construction projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Project Manager, you will contribute to the delivery of design and construction projects in Germany, ensuring compliance with quality, cost, and schedule requirements, in close collaboration with the Senior Project Manager.

Types of projects:

• Data centers
• Electrical power supply infrastructure
• Campus-wide works (underground networks, utilities, etc.)
• Office buildings
• Post-handover fit-out works (IT rooms, offices)

Administrative phase

• Support in managing administrative procedures (permits, regulatory authorizations)
• Coordination with architects, design offices, and authorities until permits are obtained

Design phase

• Participation in meetings with clients and internal stakeholders to define project requirements
• Monitoring of technical design and verification of compliance with project specifications
• Interface between Design and Operations teams

Construction & commissioning phase

• Day-to-day monitoring of on-site progress with the Senior Project Manager
• Ensuring compliance with safety and construction standards
• Coordination with key stakeholders and service providers (energy suppliers, inspection bodies, design offices, etc.)
• Interface with clients (hyperscalers and key accounts) throughout the project
• Participation in commissioning activities and preparation of internal technical handover

Project handover & acceptance

• Support the transition from construction to operations
• Assist with the collection and verification of technical documentation (as-built drawings, procedures, training materials)
• Coordination with Operations teams to ensure a smooth knowledge transfer
• Contribution to client reporting and delivery of project deliverables
• Organization of training sessions and on-site onboarding for operational teams

Project management & support

• Participation in project meetings and preparation of minutes and follow-up action lists
• Preparation of project reports in English for internal stakeholders and clients
• Budget tracking in collaboration with Finance and Project teams
• Contribution to continuous improvement of project management tools and processes

Additional responsibilities

• Support for environmental certification processes (e.g. BREEAM)
• Assistance with implementation of environmental policies (waste management, carbon reduction initiatives)
• Participation in commercial and pre-sales activities for complex technical solutions
• Contribution to client audits when required
• Support in the deployment of internal tools (e.g. Oracle, Unifier) for risk management, reporting, and cost tracking

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 and experience

• Engineering degree (civil engineering, electrical engineering, general engineering, or urban planning/development)
• 5+ years’ experience in construction projects or real estate development, site supervision, and project coordination
• International exposure or the ability to work in a multicultural environment is a plus

Technical skills

• Languages: German and English (excellent written and verbal communication skills)
• Technical knowledge in construction: HVAC, electrical systems (low and high voltage), safety systems, structure, and finishes
• Proficiency in MS Office, MS Project, and AutoCAD
• Knowledge of Oracle or Unifier is a plus
• Awareness of HSE regulations and sustainable construction practices

Behavioral skills

• Hands-on, site-oriented mindset
• Structured, reliable, and methodical
• Proactive with strong communication skills
• Strong willingness to learn, grow, and develop in a dynamic environment
• Comfortable working in an agile and uncertain context
• Ability to take initiative, move projects forward, and find solutions
• Team-oriented with strong interpersonal skills
• Customer-focused with a service-oriented mindset