(Senior) Construction Manager - Data Centre Construction

Turner & Townsend Limited; Barcelona; Presencial; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A global professional services company in Barcelona is seeking a (Senior) Construction Manager to lead data centre construction projects. This role involves overseeing high-quality facility development, managing contractor performance, and ensuring project completion on time and budget. Candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering, at least 10 years of relevant experience, and fluency in English and Spanish. The position promotes a healthy work-life balance and inclusivity.

Servicios

Flexible working environment

Support for work-life balance

Formación

• Minimum 10 years' experience in construction management, focusing on data centre projects.
• Proven track record of delivering large-scale construction projects on time and within budget.
• In-depth knowledge of data centre design and mechanical and electrical systems.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and coordinate all aspects of data centre construction projects.
• Manage project logistics, security, and fire safety.
• Conduct regular construction coordination meetings.

Conocimientos

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Fluency in English

Fluency in Spanish

Educación

Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Herramientas

Project management software

Descripción del empleo

• Full-time

Company Description

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.

Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.

Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.

We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.

We are seeking a (Senior) Construction Manager to lead our data centre construction projects in Barcelona, Spain. This role offers an exciting opportunity to oversee the development of cutting‑edge data centre facilities, ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and reliability. As part of the strategic partnership between CBRE and Turner & Townsend, this role will be based within CBRE Project Management S.A.

• Lead and coordinate all aspects of data centre construction projects, spending significant time on‑site supervising contractors and ensuring high production volume.
• Verify project development according to plans and specifications, supporting the MEP team and acting as a construction liaison for designers and planners.
• Manage project logistics, security, and fire safety, coordinating with the Operator and maintaining direct contact with the Project Management team.
• Conduct regular construction coordination meetings, issuing minutes and approving construction sequences and methods with the planner.
• Oversee contractor performance, including progress monitoring, quality plan verification, and package requirement enforcement.
• Review and process construction Change Orders and operation and maintenance manuals.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or related field, with minimum 10 years' experience in construction management, focusing on data centre projects
• Proven track record of delivering large‑scale construction projects on time and within budget
• In‑depth knowledge of data centre design, mechanical and electrical systems, and high‑voltage electrical substations
• Strong project management skills, including scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation
• Excellent leadership and communication abilities to manage diverse teams effectively
• Proficiency in project management software and ability to interpret technical drawings
• Knowledge of construction industry health and safety regulations and sustainable practices
• Fluency in English and Spanish is essential

Additional Information

Our people share our Purpose and Values. Turner & Townsend provides a great place to work, where everyone can make change happen and influence a better world.

We champion our people to succeed in both work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive, and flexible working environment that respects work‑life balance.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applications from all sectors of the.

If this sounds like a challenge you’d like to hear more about, please submit an application for our recruitment team to review.

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