Construction Project Manager - Data Centers, Substations & MV/HV Infrastructure (m/f/d)

Digital Realty
Frankfurt a. Main +1 more
On-site

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have experience managing mission-critical electrical infrastructure projects and a background in data centers.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with a background in managing electrical infrastructure and data center projects
    — “lead the delivery of mission-critical data center and electrical infrastructure projects”
  • Individuals with strong project controls and risk management expertise
    — “Develop and monitor project budgets, schedules, forecasts, and project controls”

Things to consider

  • The role demands on-site presence and oversight of construction activities
    — “Oversee construction activities on-site, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards”
  • Fluency in English is essential, with German being a valued addition
    — “Fluent English communication skills; German is an advantage”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience managing complex electrical infrastructure projects in your resume
    — “projects involving MV/HV power infrastructure, substations, utility interfaces, and electrical distribution systems”
  • Emphasize your ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and manage project risks
    — “Coordinate contractors, consultants, subcontractors, and vendors to support project delivery objectives”
  • Demonstrate your track record of delivering projects safely and within budget
    — “Proven track record of delivering projects safely, on time, and within budget”
  • Showcase your understanding of power infrastructure systems like transformers and switchgear
    — “Strong knowledge of substations, electrical distribution systems, grid connections, transformers, switchgear, and power infrastructure”
  • Demonstrate your ability to provide regular updates and maintain communication processes
    — “Provide regular project updates and reporting to key stakeholders”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

  • Leading the delivery of mission-critical data center and electrical infrastructure projects
Typical background
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline

Skills & requirements

Required

Construction ManagementProject ControlsRisk Management

Preferred

Medium-voltage (MV) And High-voltage (HV) Electrical Infrastructure Projects

Stack & domain

Medium-voltage (MV)High-voltage (HV)SubstationsElectrical Distribution SystemsGrid ConnectionsTransformersSwitchgearPower InfrastructureCommunicationStakeholder ManagementOrganizationalProblem-solvingData CentersSub-stationsMv/hv Infrastructure

About the role

Original posting from Digital Realty

Your Role

As a Construction Project Manager - Data Centers, Sub-Stations & MV/HV Infrastructure (m/f/d), you will lead the delivery of mission-critical data center and electrical infrastructure projects across our growing portfolio. This role is particularly focused on projects involving MV/HV power infrastructure, substations, utility interfaces, and electrical distribution systems, making it a unique opportunity for professionals with both construction management and power infrastructure experience.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the planning, coordination, and delivery of data center and corresponding infrastructure (like substations) construction projects from inception through completion.Develop and monitor project budgets, schedules, forecasts, and project controls.Oversee construction activities on-site, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.Coordinate contractors, consultants, subcontractors, and vendors to support project delivery objectives.Monitor project performance, identify risks, and support the implementation of mitigation plans.Review project documentation, change requests, payment applications, and invoices.Support cost management initiatives and identify opportunities for efficiency and value improvement.Provide regular project updates and reporting to key stakeholders.Maintain effective communication and governance processes throughout the project lifecycle.Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.Champion a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to all health and safety requirements. 

What You Bring

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline.3+ years of experience managing construction projects within data centers, mission-critical facilities, power infrastructure, industrial projects, or other complex construction environments.Proven track record of delivering projects safely, on time, and within budget.Strong understanding of construction methodologies, project controls, contract administration, and risk management.Experience coordinating contractors, consultants, and key project stakeholders.Demonstrated experience with Medium-Voltage (MV) and High-Voltage (HV) electrical infrastructure projects is essential.Strong knowledge of substations, electrical distribution systems, grid connections, transformers, switchgear, and power infrastructure is highly preferred.Excellent communication, stakeholder management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced project environment.Fluent English communication skills; German is an advantage. 

Join Digital Realty and help build the infrastructure that powers the digital world.

Our offer includes but not restricted to:

Open door culture with short communications paths and flat hierarchiesPersonalized onboarding plan (buddy system), Digital University learning platformPersonal development options in a fast-growing environmentExtensive social benefits (Flexible working hours, digital meal vouchers, bike leasing, pension plan, etc.)Many extras like free drinks, fresh fruit, or cool team events 

A bit about us 

Digital Realty is the leading provider of carrier and cloud neutral data centre services by delivering the full spectrum of data center, colocation and interconnection solutions. PlatformDIGITAL®, the company’s global data center platform, provides customers with a secure data meeting place and a proven Pervasive Datacenter Architecture (PDx™) solution methodology for powering innovation and efficiently managing Data Gravity challenges. Digital Realty gives its customers access to the connected data communities that matter to them with a global data center footprint of 300+ facilities in 50+ metros across 28 countries on 6 continents. We've 3,500+ colleagues around the world who work together, come up with life-changing solutions and create connections that matter every day. 

What we can offer you 

Our rapidly evolving business sector offers the opportunity to be part of a courageous and passionate team who work together to understand and meet the changing needs of our global customers. Join us and you’ll be part of a supportive and inclusive environment where you can bring your whole self to work. As part of our team, you’ll get to work with people from different business areas, challenge the way we do things and put your ideas into action. We’ll also give you plenty of development opportunities so you can build a rewarding and successful career with us. This is an exciting time to join our business so apply now and make your mark on our future.

Source: Digital Realty careers

Similar roles