Data Center Project Construction Manager

Drees & Sommer España; Madrid; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mobile working

Drees & Sommer Academy

Private health insurance policy

Tax advantages for commuting

Job summary

Drees & Sommer España seeks a Datacenter Project Construction Manager to lead planning, construction, coordination, and delivery of highly complex data center projects. You will manage multidisciplinary teams, oversee on-site contractors, ensure design and safety compliance, and guarantee on-time and on-budget execution in a mission-critical environment.

The role requires at least 5 years in data center construction, strong leadership, fluent Spanish and English, and willingness to travel

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or a related technical field.
• Advanced training or certifications in project management (PMP, IPMA, Lean, etc.) are a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Project & Construction Management with Data Center experience within the last 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Lead the project lifecycle—from acquisition and design coordination to construction, commissioning and handover.
• Oversee planning, scheduling, procurement and documentation to ensure delivery within scope, budget, and quality.
• Coordinate integration of electrical, mechanical, cooling and network systems typical of data centers.
• Manage on-site contractors, ensure safety compliance and technical standards.
• Provide project progress reporting, risk assessments, and stakeholder communications.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

MEP systems

Electrical infrastructure

Cooling technologies

Data center standards

Education

Engineering degree

Architecture degree

PM certifications (PMP/IPMA/Lean)

Job description

Company Description

Creating a future worth living for future generations gets us out of bed every morning. Depending on the project, we are consultants, implementers, or both for sustainable, innovative and economical solutions for real estate, industry, energy and infrastructure. Our more than 6,500 employees at over 80 locations worldwide support our customers in interdisciplinary teams. Our thinking is both visionary and realistic. We work independently and as part of a team. With passion and the latest technologies. We unite. Join us at Dreso and let’s create a world we want to live in.

Company Description

Creating a future worth living for future generations gets us out of bed every morning. Depending on the project, we are consultants, implementers, or both for sustainable, innovative and economical solutions for real estate, industry, energy and infrastructure. Our more than 6,500 employees at over 80 locations worldwide support our customers in interdisciplinary teams. Our thinking is both visionary and realistic. We work independently and as part of a team. With passion and the latest technologies. We unite. Join us at Dreso and let’s create a world we want to live in.

Job Description

As a Datacenter Project Construction Manager, you will be responsible for leading the planning, construction, coordination, and delivery of highly complex data center projects. You will manage multidisciplinary teams, oversee contractors on-site, ensure compliance with design and safety standards, and guarantee on-time and on-budget project execution. The role is developed in a mission-critical environment, where the coordination of electrical, mechanical, refrigeration, cabling and redundant systems infrastructures requires a high level of technical expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership & Lifecycle Management
• Manage the entire project lifecycle—from acquisition and design coordination to construction, commissioning and client handover.
• Oversee planning, scheduling, procurement and documentation to ensure project delivery aligned with scope, budget, and quality benchmarks.
• Support the development of project estimates, cost plans and risk assessments.
• Construction Oversight
• Provide daily oversight of on-site contractors, ensuring compliance with project scope, safety requirements, and technical specifications.
• Inspect construction progress, verify execution against design standards, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance.
• Manage logistics, supply chain interactions and owner‑furnished equipment when required.
• Technical Coordination
• Coordinate the integration of electrical, mechanical, cooling and network systems typical of mission‑critical infrastructure.
• Support commissioning activities and ensure system readiness prior to go‑live.
• Stakeholder & Communication Management
• Serve as the central point of contact for clients, contractors, engineers, and vendors.
• Lead project meetings and ensure aligned communication across all stakeholders.
• Report regularly on milestones, deliverables, dependencies, risks and issues.
• Team & Resource Management
• Manage project resources and support multidisciplinary team coordination.
• Ensure that adequate personnel, materials and tools are available to meet project objectives.

Qualifications

Education

• Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or a related technical field.
• Advanced training or certifications in project management (PMP, IPMA, Lean, etc.) are a plus.

Professional Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Project & Construction Management or similar roles.
• MANDATORY: At least 5 years of proven experience in Data Center construction, with that experience occurring within the last 5 years, including understanding of mission‑critical environments, redundant systems and commissioning processes.
• Experience across the full project lifecycle, from pre‑construction to delivery.
• Familiarity with construction coordination, subcontractor management and technical integration typical of datacenter builds.

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of project management methodologies, tools and construction workflows.
• Understanding of MEP systems, electrical infrastructure, cooling technologies and data center standards.
• Knowledge of safety regulations, industry codes and construction methods.

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership and communication capabilities.
• Results‑oriented mindset with problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to lead meetings, negotiate, and influence diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work under pressure in fast‑paced, mission‑critical projects.

Languages

• Fluent in Spanish and English (spoken and written).
• German is considered a plus.

Other Requirements

• Willingness to travel nationally depending on project needs.
• Valid B driving license.

Additional Information

• To ensure your work-life balance, we offer the option of mobile working
• We promote your professional and personal development through individual training and further education at the Drees & Sommer Academy
• We support your health with a bonus for sports enthusiasts. We offer the possibility of subscribing to a private health insurance policy
• Employees benefit from tax advantages related to their commuting expenses for the office
• Fiscal advantages for employees expenses in meal costs during the worktime. Employee referral program with attractive bonus scheme
• Supporting career and familiy by receiving tax benefits for kindergarten expenses