Senior Project Manager (MCF/ Data Centres)

Join us at the forefront of the global digital revolution! At Royal HaskoningDHV, we play a pivotal role in shaping the 21st century transformation through our expertise in Mission Critical Facilities (MCF) Data Centres. With a proven track record and partnerships with major industry players worldwide, we ensure the reliability and profitability of Data Centre investments globally. As a top-ranking Design and Engineering firm in the sector, we are expanding our presence and offering exciting opportunities for experienced professionals in The Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland, the UK, or South Africa. Be part of our dynamic team and contribute to the growth of innovative and sustainable data centres, driving prosperity for millions.

What you will do as a Senior Project Manager (MCF/ Data Centres)

Step into the role of Senior Project Manager (MCF/Data Centers) and showcase your expertise to some of the world's most discerning clients. Collaborate proactively with global colleagues as you navigate the unique challenges of our Mission Critical Facilities (MCF) projects. Beyond standard building features, our projects demand specific and advanced knowledge, making your role crucial in delivering total success to green- and brown-field projects. Leading multidisciplinary teams, you will be the client's single point of contact, ensuring seamless communication. In the evolving business landscape, our clients seek integrated solutions, and you will be at the forefront, developing business cases that seamlessly blend design and engineering. Leverage your commercial acumen to foster sustainable client relationships and contribute to our continuous success. Your main responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Managing and leading large-scale projects in a multi stakeholder environment throughout a complete project life cycle, supporting our multinational clients to makes the best value decisions;
• Developing, leading and managing the team during project development and delivery;
• Initiating projects together with clients, coordinate stakeholder input, analyse and appraise production solutions, prepare project briefs and business cases and gain the necessary approvals within the client’s organization;
• Being in charge of all project controls: e.g., planning, cost control, project administration and contract management;
• Operating in an international context and anticipate short-, medium- and long-term travel;
• Leads projects with short lead times;
• You will mainly work on German projects. So knowledge and/ or experience on the German market is preferable;
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks or issues, and develop mitigation strategies to ensure successful project completion;
• Coordinate project resources, including internal team members, external vendors, and subcontractors, to ensure seamless project execution.

Where you will work

Royal HaskoningDHV has been connecting people for 140 years. Together, through our expertise and passion, we have helped contribute to a better society and improved people’s lives with work underpinned by our sustainable values and goals. We are an independent global multi-disciplinary engineering and project management consultancy leading the way in sustainable development and innovation, with over 6,000 professionals in more than 150 countries.

Become a valuable member of our global Mission Critical Facilities (MCF) team, providing a broad spectrum of consultancy services for our esteemed data center clients. We extend strategic, tactical, and operational advice to a variety of entities, including colocation data centers, internet service providers, and telecom companies. Our team is composed of experts in diverse fields such as electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, construction, civil engineering, structure, building, architecture, fire safety, control engineering, and security technology. Collaboratively, we harness our collective knowledge and expertise to craft integrated designs for Data Centers. Joining a leading market, you become part of a dedicated and passionate team internationally recognized as one of the best in Data Centre design and engineering. Click here for some examples of our projects.

What you bring

As a Senior Project Manager (MCF/ Data Centres), we seek an entrepreneurial, results-driven individual with a proactive, positive, and flexible problem-solving attitude. Qualifications as a professional project manager, along with certifications such as IPMA or Prince, are desirable. Your impressive track record in managing medium to large-scale projects has cultivated a robust international network within relevant industries. A global mindset and willingness to undertake short-, medium-, and long-term assignments underscore the importance of an international CV. In this role, excellent interpersonal and communication skills are crucial for seamless adaptation to international and culturally diverse environments, allowing you to effectively mentor and coach other staff. Building and maintaining a trusted advisor status at the director level with clients is essential. As an entrepreneurial leader with a strong business acumen, you possess a clear market focus, prioritize client relationships, and recognize profitability and revenue potential in business opportunities. Additionally, your awareness of international standards and commitment to health, safety, and sustainability position you as an active promoter of these principles in your projects. Besides that, you have:

• A background from a Technical University (civil, mechanical, electrical);
• Over 6 years of experience in the management of multidisciplinary design and engineering and construction projects, preferably in the datacentres or other relevant sectors;
• Affinity with digital and automated design and engineering process (BIM360, CDE);
• Excellent knowledge of the English language (and German);
• Previous employment by a design and engineering company, which would be an advantage.

What we offer you

Within our company you will be able to develop yourself while working on challenging projects, both in Germany and worldwide. We are aiming for the long-term position where we as employer can contribute to your growth and development as a Project manager. Besides that, we also offer you:

• A good work-life balance, including a laptop and company cell phone so you can work
  wherever and whenever you want;
• 30 holidays based on a 40-hour work week;
• A workplace in our office in Frankfurt a.M.;
• Lifelong learning by offering you plenty of training & development opportunities.

Are you our new colleague?

We would like to meet you! Click on the apply button and upload your resume and motivation letter. After receiving your application, we will contact you as soon as possible.

For more information, you can always contact Christian de Visser, Lead Recruiter Mission Critical Facilities, at [email protected].

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