(Senior) Project Manager – Data Centers (f/m/d)

Arcadis; Hannover; Vor Ort; EUR 80.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Arcadis is seeking a (Senior) Project Manager – Data Centers (f/m/d) to lead the full project lifecycle for data center projects, ensuring client satisfaction and budget compliance.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Engineering or a related field, at least 6 years of project management experience, and a strong track record of delivering projects on time. Proficiency in MS Project and BIM processes is advantageous.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 6 years’ experience in senior project management.
• Strong commercial and contractual knowledge.
• Technical understanding of data center systems.

Aufgaben

• Lead the full project lifecycle for data center projects.
• Act as the primary client interface for project delivery.
• Oversee design management and ensure compliance.

Kenntnisse

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Negotiation skills

Commercial knowledge

Cost management

BIM processes

Fluency in English

Fluency in German

Ausbildung

Degree in Engineering, Architecture or related

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

MS Excel

Jobbeschreibung

Job title: (Senior) Project Manager – Data Centers (f/m/d)

Reference number: 42234

Locations: Frankfurt am Main, Darmstadt (This position can be based in any Arcadis office location in Germany, while the onsite projects will primarily be located in the Frankfurt and Rhine-Main area)

Working hours: Full-time

Rollenverantwortung

• Lead the full project lifecycle for data center projects, taking overall responsibility for scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk and client satisfaction
• Act as the primary client interface and executive escalation contact for project delivery matters
• Define project governance, commercial strategy and reporting structures; oversee procurement, contracts and subcontractor management
• Integrate and coordinate multidisciplinary teams (electrical, mechanical, structural, architectural, fire safety, MEP/TGA) to ensure coherent delivery of design and execution
• Oversee design management: review and validate key design deliverables, ensure compliance with German and international codes and client requirements
• Drive construction execution and site management, monitor progress, conduct regular site reviews and ensure health & safety compliance
• Manage commissioning, testing (FAT/SAT), system handover and closeout to secure operational readiness and contractual acceptance
• Monitor financial performance: cost control, change management, claims mitigation and forecasting
• Identify and implement value engineering, sustainability and energy‑efficiency measures
• Prepare and deliver regular executive reports and presentations to clients and stakeholders
• Mentor and develop project teams; foster a collaborative, solution-oriented project culture

Qualifikationen & Erfahrung

• Degree (Bachelor’s, Master’s or equivalent) in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil), Architecture, Construction Management or related discipline
• Minimum 6 years’ proven experience in senior project management roles for construction or engineering projects
• Demonstrated track record of delivering projects on time, on budget and to quality standards
• Strong commercial, contractual and procurement knowledge (tendering, contract types, claims management). Familiarity with VOB/DIN/HOAI and international standards is an advantage
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management and negotiation skills
• Proficient with project controls and planning tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera), cost management and MS Excel; familiar with BIM processes
• Strong technical understanding of data center systems (HVAC, electrical, fire safety) and ability to review design outputs
• Fluent English and German, both written and spoken
• Willingness to travel nationally and internationally

Desirable

• Significant experience with data center or large‑scale infrastructure projects preferred
• Professional certifications (PMP, Prince2, RICS, CIOB) or equivalent commercial qualifications
• Experience with international clients and multidisciplinary delivery teams

We are an equal opportunity employer; women, minorities, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non‑discrimination in employment on any basis including race, caste, creed, colour, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, and gender identity.