Candidates with commercial project management experience in data center technologies will find this role suits those seeking to manage complex project lifecycles with a focus on financial performance and client relations.
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Original posting from Vertiv
Job (Assignment) Title: Project Manager (Data Center Technologies) (m/w/d)
Function/Department: Germany (around Neuss, possible Frankfurt)
At Vertiv, we build products that keep critical technologies running 24/7. We are proud we were the first to protect mainframes with precision cooling systems. We were the first to introduce an integrated enclosure system to distributed networks. We help some of the largest names in the industry bring new capacity online faster and at a lower cost when search and social media increased demand for storage and computing (Data Center). Our portfolio spans power, thermal and infrastructure management products, software, and solutions, and is complemented by a network of nearly 250 service centers worldwide.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Project Manager (Commercial Focus) is responsible for the commercial and financial management of Rack (IRS) projects, ensuring successful project execution while maintaining profitability, contractual compliance, and customer satisfaction. Opportunities to support and develop within Thermal, UPS Power, and other business segments are also available. This role oversees the commercial lifecycle of projects from project initiation through final closure, ensuring that contractual obligations, financial targets, and business objectives are achieved. The Project Manager actively manages project forecasting, revenue recognition, cost control, margin protection, variation management, and risk mitigation to maximize project performance. Key responsibilities include maintaining accurate financial reporting, supporting invoicing and cash collection activities, managing project budgets and forecasts, identifying commercial opportunities and risks, and driving change management processes. The role requires close collaboration with Sales, Operations, Finance, Procurement, and customers to ensure transparency and alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
The successful candidate builds and maintains strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders while demonstrating a proactive approach to contract management, commercial negotiations, financial governance, and business growth. A strong focus on forecasting accuracy, financial controls, profitability improvement, and overall project performance is essential.
RESPONSIBILITIES - PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Effective management of projects to ensure efficient and timely delivery of all project obligations as set out by the business and the client’s expectations and regulatory requirements.
Accepts full ownership for the project life cycle from implementation through to final closure. Provides assistance as required across the business to ensure successful project delivery.
Acts as a single point of contact for the customer with responsibility for attending site meetings.
preparing project documentation, producing project programs, and attending factory witness tests.
ORGANISATION
Responsible for the delivery of key business objectives.
COMMUNICATION
Ensures communication is clear and in line with the business culture.
Actively seeks and develops opportunities for mutually beneficial relationships throughout the connected business departments, specifically Sales and Service. Particular focus should be applied to effective communication when dealing with external stakeholders.
MEETINGS
Attends and actively participates in meetings with the business and clients.
FINANCIAL REPORTING
Focuses on project forecast reporting. Ensures requested updates are delivered on time in line with the business requests. Ensures that project costs are accurately reported and where necessary participates in preparing cost reports for analysis.
BASIC KNOWLEDGE
Mandatory experience in Oracle Business and Office Management
not required but helpful Rack, Mechanical (Thermal) or Electrical Management understanding
Experienced in document control and serving as a key communication interface between governmental authorities and project stakeholders
Valid full driving license, Class B license
Good PC knowledge
LANGUAGE SKILLS
English at advanced level, German at native level
COMMERCIAL PERFORMANCE
Ensures projects are delivered in line with the opening margin and seek improvement possibilities during the project life cycle without compromising on quality.
INTERACTIONS
Key internal stakeholders: Sales, Service, DACH Management, Project Management, Factories, Suppliers
Key external stakeholders: Clients, Consultants, Contractors, End Users
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Minimum Graduate as base commercial skills or from technical site like Locksmith, Mechanical (Thermal) or Electrical Engineer otherwise equivalent technical background
for example, experience as site Engineer.
Previous 1+ years of professional experience in Project Engineering/ Project Management desirable or education in the industry
Minimum 1 year of managing contracts preferably to Prince2 standard or equivalent desirable.
Experience in managing sub-contractor’s desirable.
Working knowledge of commercial contract agreements.
Working knowledge of project planning tools, especially Microsoft applications
Working knowledge of MS Office applications
Excellent written and verbal communications.
Excellent customer service skills and smart appearance essential
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Self-motivated and capable of operating with minimal supervision
Multi-tasking ability with a flexible approach to work
Disciplined, motivated and stress resistant.
Ability to manage big projects or the motivated will to learn.
Organizational and time management skills
Ability to interact with all levels within the organization from entry level to executive.
PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
Ensures all regulatory and business critical Health & Safety guidelines are followed at all timed without compromise.
TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED
ca. 40% travel and 60% flexible working hours
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The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principles & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.
OUR CORE PRINCIPLES: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Inclusion.
OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
- High-Performance Culture
- Customer Focus
- Operational Excellence
- Innovation
- Financial Strength
VERTIV BEHAVIORS
- Own it
- Act with urgency
- Foster a customer-first mindset
- Think big and execute
- Lead by example
- Drive continuous improvement
- Learn and seek out development
- Promote transparent & open communication
About Vertiv
Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers’ vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.
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