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You carry overall responsibility for the construction delivery of demanding data center projects and steer several projects or sites from detailed design and contract award through to commissioning and handover to the operator. You lead the construction teams, coordinate internal and external stakeholders and ensure that the entire portfolio is delivered safely, on time, on budget and to the required quality.

Location

Germany and, where applicable, other European project sites

Working hours

Full-time

Working model

Hybrid – office, project site and remote work

Reports to

Managing Director, Chief Development Officer or Chief Operating Officer

Reference

SDC-LEA-01

Your tasks

• Take overall responsibility for the delivery of data center projects and steer several construction projects and teams in parallel
• Develop and implement the construction and procurement strategy
• Lead construction managers, project managers and the CSA (Civil, Structural & Architectural), MEP (Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing) and commissioning teams
• Steer general contractors, specialist contractors, design consultants and project management consultants, and negotiate and manage construction, design and supply contracts
• Oversee the execution of CSA, electrical, mechanical and security works
• Coordinate critical interfaces between design, procurement, construction, commissioning and operations
• Review and approve project schedules, cost forecasts and delivery strategies, and ensure that budgets, schedules and quality targets are met
• Establish and monitor processes for risk, change and claims management
• Take responsibility for occupational health and safety, fire protection and environmental protection on site
• Conduct regular project, design and construction reviews and manage escalations in the event of schedule deviations, quality issues or technical conflicts
• Secure the availability of materials and equipment for time-critical components
• Steer commissioning, integrated systems testing (IST) and handover to the operator, and ensure complete project, acceptance and as-built documentation
• Report regularly to the management board, investors, clients and other stakeholders
• Develop consistent standards, processes and best practices for future projects

Your profile

• Degree in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, architecture or a related discipline
• Many years of professional experience leading complex construction or infrastructure projects
• Several years of leadership experience at divisional, program or project level
• Proven experience in delivering data centers, industrial facilities or comparable mission-critical projects
• In-depth understanding of CSA, electrical, mechanical, building automation and security systems, and experience with high-availability infrastructure and redundancy concepts
• Sound knowledge of cost, schedule, contract, risk and claims management
• Experience with general contractor, EPC, EPCM or multi-lot procurement models
• Knowledge of relevant standards, permitting processes and German construction and contract law, and confident handling of the VOB and other contract frameworks
• Experience with BIM-based design and construction processes
• Strong leadership, negotiation and decision-making skills, combined with entrepreneurial thinking and a strong focus on results
• Confident communication with management, investors, clients and project partners
• Willingness to travel regularly and to be present at the project sites
• Business-fluent German and English

Nice to have

• Knowledge of the HOAI and FIDIC

How success is measured

• Adherence to approved project budgets
• Achievement of contractually agreed milestones
• On-time commissioning and handover
• Quality and defect-free delivery of the works
• Health and safety performance and accident rates
• Effective risk and claims management
• Performance of the internal and external project teams
• Standardization and continuous improvement of construction processes

What we offer

• Overall responsibility for major data center projects
• Direct involvement in shaping our corporate and growth strategy
• Extensive decision-making authority and room to shape your work
• Collaboration with international clients, partners and investors in a professional, interdisciplinary project environment
• Attractive remuneration commensurate with the position
• Individual training and development opportunities
• Long-term prospects in a dynamically growing market

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You lead our construction business unit strategically and operationally and are responsible for its direction, its financial results and the successful delivery of our data center projects. As a key member of the central business unit management team, you set clear direction and expectations so that every fully integrated project is completed safely, on time and on budget.

Location

Frankfurt am Main

Working hours

Full-time

Reports to

Management board

Reference

SDC-LEA-02

Your tasks

• Lead and develop the construction business unit strategically and operationally
• Coordinate all aspects of the business unit across projects and act as the interface to the client teams
• Shape the vision, set targets and develop processes and procedures as part of the central business unit management team
• Achieve operational excellence through a consistent approach and the rigorous application of SERBAN DC processes and procedures across all projects and activities
• Take responsibility for revenue, earnings, budget and resource planning
• Build, lead and develop managers and project teams
• Set clear direction and expectations for safe, on-time, cost-effective and high-quality project delivery, and ensure they are met
• Win new projects and expand client relationships
• Support bids, cost estimates and contract negotiations, and assess key project risks
• Manage capacities and priorities across multiple projects
• Strengthen collaboration between construction, building services, procurement, estimating and commercial functions
• Ensure compliance with all EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) requirements and binding quality standards across the business unit
• Report regularly to the management board on business development and project performance

Your profile

• Degree in civil engineering, industrial engineering and management or a comparable qualification
• Several years of leadership responsibility in construction, ideally as head of a division or branch office or as the leader of large project teams
• Experience in the financial management of a business unit or an extensive project portfolio
• Sound knowledge of estimating, contract management and construction execution
• Ideally, experience in data center, industrial or general contractor construction
• Understanding of the interfaces between construction works and building services (MEP)
• Entrepreneurial thinking, negotiating skills and clear decision-making
• A leadership style that encourages ownership and creates reliable, committed collaboration
• Excellent German and English skills
• Willingness to travel for projects

What we offer

• A leadership position with responsibility for results and a direct reporting line to the management board
• Room to shape the expansion of the business unit and its teams
• Demanding projects in the data center sector
• Attractive remuneration and company benefits
• Individual training and development opportunities
• Long-term prospects in a dynamically growing market

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You develop and implement commercial strategies aligned with corporate and business unit objectives and are responsible for the commercial management of our data center project portfolio, from bid stage to final account. Working closely with the management board, operational leaders and project teams, you safeguard profitability, liquidity and sustainable growth.

Location

Frankfurt am Main or Munich

Working hours

Full-time

Reference

SDC-LEA-03

Your tasks

• Develop and implement commercial strategies in line with corporate and business unit objectives, interpret market trends and drive revenue and sustainable growth
• Take responsibility for the commercial management of the project portfolio from bid stage to final account, ensuring profitability, liquidity and cost transparency
• Lead and develop the commercial project teams, including commercial managers, quantity surveyors and cost controllers, mentor the Quantity Surveying team and administrative staff, and ensure that commercial resources are well managed and fully utilized
• Carry out full reviews of cost plans, estimates, bids and construction budgets submitted by the project teams, and validate tenders to ensure strict compliance and governance
• Review contract terms, ensure contractual compliance, lead contract negotiations with clients and subcontractors, and support the construction teams on all contractual and commercial matters, particularly before project start
• Steer budget planning, earnings forecasts and cash flow planning, and monitor cash flow at project and company level
• Oversee the internal monthly cost report to safeguard validated margins, reconcile it monthly with the finance department and report on project costs, revenues, trends and risks
• Identify commercial and contractual risks at an early stage, maintain the business unit risk register, facilitate risk review meetings and workshops, and implement mitigation measures with the project leads
• Manage change orders, progress billing and receivables across the portfolio, and support project close-outs and final accounts
• Oversee and advise on disputes and claims, including the issuing of contractual notices, notices of additional costs and acceleration requests
• Review incoming correspondence from clients, the design team and subcontractors for contractually critical issues, initiate responses and advise senior management on contractual matters
• Develop procurement and contract award strategies together with procurement and project management
• Establish consistent commercial processes and approval structures, continuously improve best practices, and ensure accurate budgeting
• Engage internal and external stakeholders, including clients, the supply chain and project teams, ensure that cost and schedule targets are clearly defined, agreed and understood, and maintain open communication with senior management

Your profile

• Degree in industrial engineering and management, construction management, business administration or a comparable qualification
• Several years of experience in a senior commercial role in construction or plant engineering
• Experience in the commercial management of complex major projects and in leading commercial teams
• Sound knowledge of construction estimating, project controlling, contract management and change order management
• Ideally, experience in data center construction or in delivering international construction projects
• Confident handling of financial KPIs, forecasts and project-related risk and opportunity assessments
• Strong negotiating skills, entrepreneurial thinking and a structured, decision-oriented way of working
• Excellent German and English skills
• Willingness to travel for projects

What we offer

• A senior commercial leadership position working directly with the management board
• Room to shape the development of our teams and commercial processes
• Responsibility for demanding projects in the data center sector
• Attractive remuneration and company benefits
• Individual training and development opportunities
• Long-term prospects in a dynamically growing market

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You are responsible for building and further developing our HR organization. As the point of contact for the management board and employees, you work with company leadership to develop structures and processes that support our growth, combining strategic HR work with hands-on operational delivery.

Location

Frankfurt am Main

Working hours

Full-time

Working model

Hybrid – office, project site and remote work

Reference

SDC-LEA-04

Your tasks

• Build and further develop the HR organization and HR processes
• Develop and implement a modern HR strategy
• Own the entire recruiting process, from job posting to hiring, and identify and attract qualified specialists and managers
• Build a professional employer brand
• Support and develop employees throughout the entire employee life cycle
• Develop compensation, bonus and benefits models
• Organize and oversee onboarding and offboarding
• Drive people development, training and talent management
• Support managers on HR and leadership matters
• Develop processes for employee reviews, goal setting and performance management
• Drive the digitalization of HR
• Work with tax advisors, payroll and external HR service providers
• Ensure compliance with employment law and HR-related requirements
• Prepare HR metrics and reports for the management board

Your profile

• Degree in human resources, business administration, business psychology or a comparable qualification
• Several years of professional experience in HR management, ideally in a growing mid-sized company
• Experience in recruiting specialists and managers
• Good knowledge of German employment law
• Experience in building or further developing HR structures and processes
• Confident use of MS Office and modern HR systems
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• An independent, structured and solution-oriented way of working
• A high sense of responsibility and discretion
• Excellent German skills

Nice to have

• Good English skills

What we offer

• A key position with a direct influence on the development of our company
• The opportunity to actively shape our HR structures from the outset
• Direct collaboration with the management board
• Plenty of room to shape your work and short decision paths
• A modern, dynamic and growth-oriented working environment with projects in data centers, digital infrastructure, technology and energy
• Attractive remuneration and development prospects
• Flexible working hours and mobile working options

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You hold overall operational responsibility for delivering a demanding data center project in Frankfurt am Main and lead the project team on site. You ensure safe delivery on time, on budget and to quality — from preconstruction through commissioning and handover — and act as the central interface between the management board, client, design, construction management, contractors and the future operator.

Location

Frankfurt am Main (project site)

Working hours

Full-time

Working model

Mainly on site

Reports to

Project Director, Director Construction or the management board

Reference

SDC-CON-01

Your tasks

• Lead the overall operational delivery of the data center project in Frankfurt, with responsibility for project organization, construction, commissioning and handover
• Lead and coordinate the project and site team, steer construction managers, site managers and the MEP (Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing) and CSA (Civil, Structural & Architectural) leads, and develop and implement company procedures together with the project managers
• Coordinate general contractors, specialist contractors, designers, suppliers and experts, and manage subcontractor activities, including progress against the program and adequate staffing levels
• Coordinate the civil, structural and architectural, electrical, mechanical and fire protection work packages and the interfaces between CSA, MEP, building automation, security and IT systems
• Safeguard the project objectives for time, cost, quality and scope, monitor and update the master schedule and key milestones with designers, project managers, subcontractors and consulting engineers and architects, and control all daily site operations against the program
• Take responsibility for budget control, cost forecasts, cash flow planning and project reporting, including package budgets and the costs of site logistics and maintenance (labor, materials, plant and equipment, variations, valuations), and create value through efficient performance and continuity of work across the supply chain
• Steer contract, change, risk and claims management, review progress valuations, invoices, change orders and award recommendations, and hold weekly meetings with the commercial team to ensure that all changes are captured and charged to the client
• Ensure compliance with permits, regulatory requirements and technical standards, review drawings and construction details, and prepare installation plans for building services
• Take responsibility for occupational health and safety, fire protection and environmental protection on site, and manage site safety and site quality assurance together with SERBAN DC's EHS advisor and project management — from setting up to closing out the safety and QA files
• Chair regular project, construction and escalation meetings, take part in technical reviews and in planning, coordination and handover meetings, and ensure that subcontractor meetings — daily coordination meetings (Whiteboard/DAB), weekly progress meetings and quality, environmental, health and safety meetings — are held and minuted
• Identify project risks early, initiate appropriate countermeasures and monitor the procurement and delivery of time-critical plant and components
• Manage acceptances, commissioning and integrated systems testing (IST), resolve open issues to achieve room readiness, and close out punch lists, safety and QA files and the relocation of materials and plant
• Ensure complete as-built, operating and handover documentation, with all subcontractor records, including safety documentation, kept up to date and filed by the site administrator
• Report regularly to the management board, the Project Director and the client, including a daily report to the project manager via BIM 360 and weekly safety statistics and workforce forecasts published by the project administrator

Your profile

• Degree in civil, electrical, building services, mechanical or industrial engineering, or a comparable qualification
• Many years of experience leading complex construction or plant engineering projects
• Proven leadership experience with larger project and site teams
• Experience in data center construction or comparable high-availability infrastructure
• A very good understanding of CSA, electrical, mechanical and commissioning processes
• Sound knowledge of cost, schedule, contract, risk and claims management
• Experience with general contractor, EPC, EPCM or trade-by-trade procurement models
• Good knowledge of the VOB and German construction and contract law
• Confident use of project schedules, cost reports and document management systems
• Strong leadership, decision-making and negotiation skills, combined with entrepreneurial thinking and a strong focus on results
• Resilience, assertiveness, a solution-oriented approach and confident communication with clients, authorities, partners and contractors
• Business-fluent German and good English skills
• Willingness to be present on the Frankfurt site permanently or on a regular basis

Nice to have

• Knowledge of BIM-based design and construction processes

How success is measured

• Adherence to the approved project budget
• Achievement of the agreed construction and commissioning dates
• Quality and defect-free delivery of the work performed
• Successful testing, acceptance and handover to the operator
• Effective risk, change and claims management
• Compliance with all occupational safety requirements
• Performance and collaboration of the project team
• Complete and timely project documentation

What we offer

• Responsibility on technically demanding data center projects
• The chance to help build future-proof digital infrastructure
• Plenty of room to shape your work and short decision paths
• Direct collaboration with the management board
• Attractive remuneration and company benefits
• Long-term prospects in a dynamically growing market

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As CSA (Civil, Structural & Architectural) Construction Manager, you are responsible for executing and coordinating the civil, structural and fit-out trades on demanding data center projects. You make sure that the works on site are delivered on schedule, on budget and to the required quality, in full compliance with all safety requirements.

Location

Project sites in Frankfurt am Main, Cologne and Munich

Working hours

Full-time

Working model

Mainly on site

Reports to

Construction Manager, Senior Project Manager or Project Director

Reference

SDC-CON-02

Your tasks

• Steer and supervise the CSA trades on site, including civil works, shell construction, structure, building envelope, roof, facade and interior fit-out
• Monitor execution against the design, bill of quantities, permits and technical specifications
• Coordinate subcontractors and align with clients, designers and project management
• Manage the interfaces between CSA, mechanical, electrical and security trades
• Review construction drawings, shop drawings, material submittals and technical documents
• Control construction progress, schedule, quality and cost
• Carry out and document regular site inspections
• Contribute to scheduling, site logistics and construction sequencing
• Identify design deviations, risks and workmanship defects and follow up on the required actions
• Check quantity measurements, progress valuations and change orders
• Organize and attend partial and final acceptances and follow up on defect rectification
• Support commissioning and handover and ensure complete as-built and handover documentation
• Enforce the applicable occupational health and safety, fire protection and environmental regulations
• Report regularly to the Construction Manager or Project Director

Your profile

• Degree in civil engineering, architecture or a comparable technical qualification — alternatively, a qualification as a state-certified technician or master craftsperson with extensive site experience
• Several years of professional experience as a site manager or construction manager
• Experience with data centers, industrial facilities, logistics centers or other technically demanding large-scale projects
• Sound knowledge of shell construction, structural works, building envelope and interior fit-out
• A good understanding of the interfaces between building construction and building services
• Experience coordinating general contractors and subcontractors
• Knowledge of the relevant DIN standards, technical regulations and German construction and contract law
• Experience with the VOB, bills of quantities, change orders and acceptances
• Confident use of construction drawings, BIM models, schedules and project management systems, and good MS Office skills
• Assertiveness, a strong sense of responsibility and excellent communication skills
• A structured, solution-oriented and independent way of working
• Willingness to be present on site regularly or permanently
• Very good German and good English skills

Nice to have

• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, Autodesk Construction Cloud or similar applications
• Experience in building high-availability or safety-critical facilities
• Knowledge of the specific requirements of data centers
• Experience with fast-track construction and international project teams
• Knowledge of Lean Construction, the Last Planner System or comparable methods
• Qualification as a health and safety coordinator (SiGeKo)
• Experience with DGNB, LEED or BREEAM
• Class B driver's license

What we offer

• Responsibility on technically demanding data center projects
• The chance to help build future-proof digital infrastructure
• Plenty of room to shape your work and short decision paths
• Collaboration with experienced, international project teams
• Modern construction, BIM and project management tools
• Attractive remuneration and company benefits
• Individual training and development opportunities

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You manage the on-site installation of ventilation, cooling and plumbing systems on our data center projects and are responsible for the work carried out and the people under your direction. You make sure that your team and subcontractors work safely, to the required quality and in full compliance with SERBAN DC's policies and procedures.

Location

Project sites in Germany

Working hours

Full-time

Working model

Mainly on site

Reference

SDC-CON-03

Your tasks

• Manage the site installation of ventilation, cooling and plumbing systems and take responsibility for the work carried out and for the people working under your direction and control
• Take part in daily coordination meetings (Whiteboard/DAB), contribute to planning and coordination, brief your team and subcontractors at the morning huddle on changed access and egress routes, new exclusion zones, trends and incidents, and hold weekly toolbox talks
• Agree site-specific rules, policies and work packages with subcontractors and ensure that all subcontractors assigned to the project fully comply with SERBAN DC's policies and procedures
• Walk the assigned project with EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) and review the subcontractors' risk assessments and method statements (RAMS), which are submitted to EHS and SERBAN DC management for approval
• Ensure that all permits to work are in place and the team knows where they are kept, that RAMS and standard operating procedures (SOPs) are briefed to and signed by the workforce, and that every task is carried out safely in line with the task safety plan and RAMS
• Ensure that all team members are competent, inducted and adequately trained for their assigned tasks, identify EHS training needs and advise management on the training required
• Provide suitable PPE and the right tools and equipment, make sure inspection forms and daily checklists are fully completed, and apply the principle of working at height safely, with ladders used only as a last resort
• Correct unsafe acts, behaviors and conditions directly and immediately on site, rectify identified deficiencies without delay, address all safety and environmental concerns with the team and make sure everyone understands the mandatory safe working requirements and the consequences of non-compliance
• Ensure that work is carried out in accordance with the QA/QC procedures and actively contribute to the company's quality initiatives
• Ensure that safety data sheets (SDS) are available for all chemicals used by the team on site and that all resulting requirements, such as spill containment, bunding and PPE, are met
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping at all times and ensure safe behaviors and working conditions for everyone on site
• Report all accidents and incidents to management immediately and support the package lead and the EHS advisor in preparing accident and incident reports
• Carry out safety walks and site safety audits as required, close out findings promptly with photo documentation, and return all safety documentation to EHS weekly with all files kept up to date
• Contribute to client and general contractor meetings and to weekly safety meetings, and feed all relevant information into internal meetings and toolbox talks

Your profile

• At least 6–8 years of experience in site management and in the installation of cooling, heating and plumbing systems
• Previous hands-on experience in supervision and installation
• Professional qualification in construction management
• Relevant professional certification
• Good technical knowledge of CSA (Civil, Structural & Architectural) systems
• The ability to work collaboratively with subcontractors and trades
• Strong problem-solving skills
• The ability to work independently
• Willingness to travel

Nice to have

• Excellent communication skills
• The ability to perform well under tight deadlines
• The ability to drive a large-scale project forward

What we offer

• Responsibility on technically demanding data center projects
• Collaboration with experienced, international project teams
• Modern construction, BIM and project management tools
• Attractive remuneration and company benefits
• Individual training and development opportunities

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You monitor the quality of construction, installation and assembly work on demanding data center projects and make sure that all work complies with the approved design, technical specifications, applicable standards and contractual quality requirements. You follow the works from material delivery through installation to testing, acceptance and handover.

Location

Project sites in Germany and, where applicable, other European countries

Working hours

Full-time

Working model

Mainly on site

Reports to

QA/QC Manager or Project Quality Manager

Reference

SDC-CON-04

Your tasks

• Carry out regular quality checks and site inspections of CSA (Civil, Structural & Architectural), electrical and mechanical installation work
• Check execution against approved drawings, specifications and method statements
• Apply and track inspection and test plans (ITPs) and carry out and document hold point and witness point inspections
• Inspect material deliveries, certificates, data sheets and approvals, and monitor the correct storage and handling of materials and equipment
• Witness pressure, leak tightness, insulation resistance, grounding and functional tests
• Attend factory acceptance tests (FAT) and site acceptance tests (SAT)
• Prepare inspection reports and photo documentation
• Record quality deviations in non-conformance reports (NCRs) and follow up on corrective and preventive actions
• Verify defect rectification and formally close out open quality items
• Prepare and maintain punch lists
• Support system and partial acceptances
• Review as-built documentation and quality records
• Support the commissioning and handover teams
• Report regularly to the QA/QC Manager and project management

Typical inspection areas

• CSA: earthworks, concrete and steel construction; building envelope, roof and facade; firestopping and interior fit-out; flooring and coating systems
• Mechanical: refrigeration, air conditioning and ventilation systems; pipework, welded joints and pressure tests; pumps, chillers and dry coolers; insulation, labeling and leak detection
• Electrical: medium- and low-voltage installations; cable trays, cabling and busbar systems; UPS, battery and backup power systems; grounding, equipotential bonding and lightning protection

Your profile

• Technical vocational training or a qualification as a technician, master craftsperson or engineer in civil, electrical, building services or mechanical engineering
• Professional experience in quality assurance, construction supervision or plant inspection
• Knowledge of QA/QC processes and site-based quality assurance
• Confident handling of technical drawings, specifications and inspection plans
• Knowledge of the relevant DIN, EN, VDE or VDI standards and guidelines
• Experience with inspection and test plans, non-conformance reports and punch lists
• A meticulous, structured and consistent way of working
• Good communication skills and assertiveness
• Confident use of MS Office and digital quality management systems
• Very good German and good English skills
• Willingness to work predominantly on site

Nice to have

• Experience with data centers, industrial plants or critical infrastructure
• Knowledge of welding technology, non-destructive testing or fire protection

How success is measured

• Compliance with the defined quality requirements
• Number and severity of quality deviations identified
• Timely rectification and close-out of defects
• Completeness of inspection and quality documentation
• Successful system acceptances and handovers
• Reduction of rework and recurring defects
• Adherence to the inspection and test plan

What we offer

• Responsibility on technically demanding data center projects
• The chance to help build future-proof digital infrastructure
• Collaboration with experienced, international project teams
• Attractive remuneration and company benefits
• Individual training and development opportunities

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You are responsible for implementing and continuously improving EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) standards on our data center construction sites. You advise project management, site management and contractors, verify compliance with legal and project-specific requirements and promote a consistent safety culture.

Location

Project sites in Germany and, where applicable, other European countries

Working hours

Full-time

Working model

Mainly on site

Reports to

EHS Manager, Project Director or Director Construction

Reference

SDC-CON-05

Your tasks

• Develop and implement the project-specific EHS strategy and promote a proactive, sustainable safety culture
• Advise project management, construction management and contractors on all EHS matters
• Review and update EHS, safety and environmental protection plans
• Monitor compliance with legal, contractual and internal requirements and review the EHS performance of general contractors and subcontractors
• Carry out regular site walks, audits and safety inspections
• Review risk assessments, method statements and permits to work
• Oversee high-risk activities such as work at height, lifting operations, hot work, excavation and work on electrical installations, as well as lockout/tagout procedures and work in confined spaces
• Advise on site logistics, traffic routes and emergency planning, and support emergency drills and evacuation exercises
• Facilitate safety meetings, toolbox talks and EHS workshops, and organize and deliver safety briefings
• Investigate and document accidents, near misses and environmental incidents, carry out root cause analyses and follow up on corrective actions
• Record and analyze EHS metrics and trends, and prepare regular EHS reports for project management, clients and the management board
• Coordinate with contractors, occupational safety specialists, occupational physicians and authorities
• Monitor waste management, hazardous substances, emissions and water protection

Typical monitoring areas

• Work at height and fall protection
• Crane, lifting and transport operations
• Civil works, excavations and earthworks
• Electrical work and isolation of energy sources
• Hot work and fire protection
• Work in confined or enclosed spaces
• Hazardous substances and fuel systems
• Site traffic and logistics
• Personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Waste, noise, dust and environmental protection
• Emergency, rescue and evacuation organization
• Commissioning and energized systems

Your profile

• Degree in engineering or natural sciences, or a comparable qualification
• Additional qualification as an occupational safety specialist (Fachkraft für Arbeitssicherheit) or comparable EHS training
• Several years of professional experience in occupational health, safety and environmental protection
• Experience on large, complex construction sites, in plant engineering or in critical infrastructure
• Sound knowledge of the relevant occupational safety and environmental regulations
• Knowledge of the German Construction Site Ordinance (Baustellenverordnung) and the relevant DGUV regulations
• Experience with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001
• Knowledge of risk assessments, audits and accident investigations
• A structured, consistent and solution-oriented way of working
• Strong communication, advisory and assertiveness skills
• A confident manner in dealing with project management and contractors
• Very good German and good English skills
• Willingness to work predominantly on site

Nice to have

• Experience in data center construction
• Qualification as a health and safety coordinator (SiGeKo)

How success is measured

• Compliance with all EHS requirements
• Number and severity of occupational and environmental incidents
• Quality and close-out rate of corrective actions
• Results of audits and safety inspections
• Participation in safety briefings and safety measures
• Quality of risk assessments and permits to work
• Development of the safety culture on site

What we offer

• Responsibility on technically demanding data center projects
• The chance to help build future-proof digital infrastructure
• Collaboration with experienced, international project teams
• Attractive remuneration and company benefits
• Individual training and development opportunities

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You are responsible for the design, coordination and delivery of all MEP (Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing) systems on our data center projects. You steer the mechanical, electrical and building services trades from concept and detailed design through to commissioning, acceptance and handover to the operator.

Location

Data center projects in Germany and, where applicable, other European countries

Working hours

Full-time

Working model

Mainly on site

Reports to

Construction Manager, Director Construction or Project Director

Reference

SDC-ENG-01

Your tasks

• Take overall responsibility for the MEP trades on the project and steer the design, procurement, installation and commissioning of the technical systems
• Lead and coordinate the mechanical, electrical and package managers
• Ensure that quality, cost, schedule and health and safety requirements are met
• Develop and review high-availability supply and redundancy concepts
• Lead design, constructability and technical reviews, and review and approve design documents, schematics, calculations, specifications and bills of quantities
• Manage external design consultants, general contractors, suppliers and subcontractors
• Coordinate the interfaces between MEP, CSA (Civil, Structural & Architectural), building automation, fire protection, security systems and IT infrastructure, and align technical requirements with clients, operators and end customers
• Support tendering, contract awards and contract negotiations, and monitor the procurement and delivery of time-critical equipment and components
• Monitor construction progress and the quality of installation work
• Manage design changes, technical deviations, risks and change orders
• Verify quantity measurements, progress valuations, cost forecasts and the basis for invoicing
• Organize and attend factory acceptance tests as well as site and functional tests, and coordinate pre-commissioning, commissioning and integrated systems testing (IST)
• Ensure complete as-built, operation and handover documentation
• Report regularly to the Construction Manager or Project Director

Systems in your remit

• Mechanical: refrigeration, air-conditioning and ventilation systems; chilled water, cooling water and heat rejection systems; heating, plumbing and drainage; pumps, heat exchangers and hydraulic systems; air and liquid cooling of the IT infrastructure
• Electrical: medium- and low-voltage supply; transformers and switchgear; UPS, battery and standby power systems; busbars and power distribution; grounding, lightning protection and lighting systems
• Control and safety systems: building automation and BMS; electrical power monitoring system (EPMS); fire detection and suppression systems; leak detection; access control and security systems

Your profile

• Degree in building services engineering, electrical engineering, energy engineering, mechanical engineering or a related field
• Several years of experience managing complex MEP projects
• Experience with data centers, industrial facilities or other high-availability infrastructure
• A sound understanding of mechanical and electrical building systems and experience with redundancy and availability concepts such as N+1, N+2 and 2N
• Knowledge of design, tendering, contract award, site supervision and commissioning
• Experience in cost, schedule, contract, risk and change order management
• Knowledge of the relevant DIN, EN, VDE and VDI standards
• Experience with BIM-based design and coordination processes
• Confident handling of technical drawings, schematics, schedules and project management systems
• Strong leadership, coordination and communication skills
• A structured, independent and solution-oriented way of working
• Very good German and good English skills
• Willingness to spend regular time on site and to travel for projects

Nice to have

• Knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks or comparable applications

How success is measured

• On-time and on-budget completion of the MEP trades
• Quality and technical compliance of the installed systems
• Successful commissioning and achievement of the performance requirements
• Timely delivery of critical equipment and components
• Effective coordination of technical interfaces
• Minimal design errors, change orders and installation defects
• Complete handover documentation delivered on time
• Compliance with all health and safety requirements

What we offer

• Responsibility on technically demanding data center projects
• The chance to help build future-proof digital infrastructure
• Collaboration with experienced, international project teams
• Attractive remuneration and company benefits
• Individual training and development opportunities
• Long-term prospects in a dynamically growing market

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You lead the mechanical engineering team, both technically and as its line manager. You are responsible for the design and delivery of the mechanical building systems on our data center projects, from concept development and construction through to commissioning and handover to the operator.

Location

Germany (project-based)

Working hours

Full-time

Working model

Hybrid – office, project site and remote work

Reports to

Director Engineering, Head of MEP or Director Construction

Reference

SDC-ENG-02

Your tasks

• Lead the mechanical engineering team, both technically and as line manager
• Design, size and optimize mechanical systems for data centers and take responsibility for cooling, air-conditioning, ventilation, heating, plumbing and drainage systems
• Develop high-availability, energy-efficient cooling concepts and define and review redundancy concepts such as N+1, N+2 and 2N
• Ensure consistent design standards, specifications and quality requirements
• Manage external design consultants, independent experts, suppliers and contractors
• Coordinate the interfaces with the electrical, CSA (Civil, Structural & Architectural), building automation, fire protection and commissioning teams
• Carry out design reviews, technical assessments and risk analyses
• Review and approve calculations, schematics, design documents, bills of quantities and material submittals
• Support tendering, contract awards and technical contract negotiations
• Monitor quality, cost and schedule within your discipline
• Provide technical support during construction and resolve deviations and interface issues
• Plan and attend commissioning, functional testing and integrated systems testing (IST), and support acceptance, defect management and handover to the operator
• Plan resources and develop and train team members
• Report regularly to the Director Engineering or Director Construction

Your profile

• Degree in building services engineering, energy engineering, mechanical engineering or a related field
• Several years of professional experience in the design and delivery of complex mechanical building systems
• Initial or several years of experience in technical or line management
• Experience with data centers, industrial facilities or comparable critical infrastructure
• In-depth knowledge of cooling, air-conditioning, ventilation and building services engineering and a very good understanding of high availability, resilience and redundancy
• Experience in design, tendering, contract award, site supervision and commissioning
• Knowledge of the relevant DIN, EN and VDI standards
• Experience with BIM-based design processes and confident use of AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks or comparable applications
• Strong leadership, communication and decision-making skills
• A structured, independent and solution-oriented way of working
• Very good German and good English skills
• Willingness to travel for projects and to work on site

Nice to have

• Knowledge of building automation, control engineering and energy efficiency

How success is measured

• Quality and timeliness of the mechanical design
• Adherence to approved budgets
• Reliability and energy efficiency of the systems developed
• Successful commissioning and acceptance of the systems
• Effective coordination of technical interfaces
• Team performance and development
• Fewer design errors, change orders and construction defects

What we offer

• Leadership responsibility on forward-looking data center projects
• Considerable scope to shape technical and organizational matters
• Collaboration with experienced, interdisciplinary project teams
• Individual training and development opportunities
• Attractive remuneration and company benefits
• Flexible working models with project-based presence on site
• Long-term prospects in a growing market

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You manage defined mechanical work packages on our data center projects from start to finish, in particular cooling, air-conditioning, ventilation, heating, plumbing and drainage systems. You take these systems from design and tendering through procurement and installation to commissioning, acceptance and handover to the operator.

Location

Data center projects in Germany and, where applicable, other European countries

Working hours

Full-time

Working model

Mainly on site

Reports to

MEP Manager, Construction Manager or Project Director

Reference

SDC-ENG-03

Your tasks

• Take overall responsibility for the assigned mechanical work packages and manage them in terms of quality, cost, schedule and health and safety
• Coordinate design consultants, suppliers, subcontractors and installation contractors
• Review design documents, calculations, schematics, specifications and bills of quantities, and ensure compliance with technical requirements, redundancy concepts and project standards
• Carry out design reviews and assess proposed technical solutions
• Coordinate the interfaces with the electrical, CSA (Civil, Structural & Architectural), building automation, fire protection and commissioning trades
• Support tendering, contract awards and technical contract negotiations, evaluate bids and prepare technical award recommendations
• Check material submittals, shop drawings, data sheets and installation concepts
• Monitor manufacturing, delivery and installation, and track critical components and delivery dates
• Monitor construction progress and report regularly to the project management team
• Handle technical deviations, changes, risks and change orders
• Verify quantity measurements, progress of works and the basis for invoicing
• Organize and attend factory acceptance tests and site tests, and coordinate flushing, pressure testing, balancing and functional testing
• Support commissioning and integrated systems testing (IST), attend acceptance inspections and follow up consistently on open items and defects
• Ensure complete as-built, operation and handover documentation

Typical mechanical work packages

• Chillers and heat rejection systems
• Chilled water and cooling water networks
• Pumps, heat exchangers and hydraulic stations
• Ventilation and air-conditioning systems
• CRAH, CRAC and fan wall systems
• Direct-to-chip and other liquid cooling systems
• Heating, plumbing and drainage systems
• Water treatment and leak detection
• Fire protection systems with mechanical interfaces
• Building automation and controls, coordinated with the BMS team

Your profile

• Degree in building services engineering, energy engineering, mechanical engineering or a comparable qualification
• Several years of professional experience in the design, installation or management of mechanical systems
• Experience with data centers, industrial facilities or other technically demanding construction projects
• In-depth knowledge of cooling, air-conditioning, ventilation and building services engineering
• An understanding of high-availability systems and redundancy concepts such as N+1, N+2 and 2N
• Experience in tendering, contract award, site supervision and commissioning
• Knowledge of the relevant DIN, EN and VDI standards
• Experience in contract, change and claims management
• Confident handling of technical drawings, schematics, BIM models and schedules
• A structured, independent and solution-oriented way of working
• Strong communication and coordination skills and the ability to assert yourself
• Very good German and good English skills
• Willingness to be on site regularly and to travel for projects

Nice to have

• Knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks or comparable applications

How success is measured

• On-time and on-budget completion of the work packages
• Quality and technical compliance of the work performed
• Timely delivery of critical equipment and components
• Successful commissioning and acceptance
• Effective management of changes, risks and change orders
• Complete, defect-free handover documentation
• Compliance with health and safety requirements

What we offer

• Responsibility on technically demanding data center projects
• The chance to help build future-proof digital infrastructure
• Collaboration with experienced, international project teams
• Modern construction, BIM and project management tools
• Attractive remuneration and company benefits
• Individual training and development opportunities

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You are responsible for the design and delivery of mechanical building systems on demanding data center projects, with a focus on high-availability cooling, ventilation and utility systems. You support projects from concept development through tendering and construction to commissioning and handover.

Location

Frankfurt am Main, Cologne or Munich

Working hours

Full-time

Working model

Hybrid – office, project site and remote work

Reports to

Engineering Manager, MEP Lead or Project Director

Reference

SDC-ENG-04

Your tasks

• Design, engineer and technically assess mechanical systems for data centers, including sizing HVAC, ventilation, refrigeration, heating, plumbing and drainage systems
• Develop high-availability, energy-efficient cooling concepts, for example with chilled water systems, chillers, dry coolers and air- or liquid-based cooling systems
• Develop and review redundancy concepts such as N+1, N+2 or 2N
• Prepare and review design documents, technical specifications, bills of quantities, calculations and tender documents
• Coordinate the mechanical trades with electrical, building automation, fire protection, architectural and structural design
• Review designs, technical calculations, material submittals, shop drawings and construction documents from external designers and contractors
• Carry out design reviews, risk analyses and technical optimizations
• Monitor execution in terms of quality, cost, schedule and health and safety
• Provide technical support on site and resolve interface issues and deviations
• Plan and attend commissioning, functional testing and integrated systems testing (IST)
• Support acceptance, defect management, documentation and handover to data center operations
• Analyze system performance, energy efficiency, PUE (Power Usage Effectiveness) and optimization potential
• Advise owners, project teams, clients and operators on technical matters
• Provide technical guidance to engineers and external design partners

Your profile

• Degree in building services engineering, energy engineering, mechanical engineering or a related field
• Several years of professional experience in the design or delivery of technically demanding construction projects
• Experience with data centers, critical infrastructure, industrial facilities, hospitals or comparable high-availability projects
• In-depth knowledge of cooling, air-conditioning, ventilation and building services engineering
• A good understanding of redundancy, resilience and uninterrupted system operation
• Experience in design, tendering, contract award, site supervision and commissioning
• Knowledge of the applicable standards and regulations and of the relevant fire protection, environmental and occupational safety requirements
• Confident handling of technical drawings, schematics, BIM models and design documents
• Strong technical coordination and interface management skills
• A structured, independent and solution-oriented way of working
• Willingness to work on project sites and to travel on business
• Very good German and good English skills

Nice to have

• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks or comparable design and BIM tools
• Experience with building automation and control engineering
• Experience with tier classifications or comparable availability concepts
• Knowledge of CFD simulation, hydraulic calculations and dynamic load profiles
• Experience with water-cooled and air-cooled systems as well as direct-to-chip or immersion cooling
• Knowledge of the HOAI service phases and German construction and procurement law
• Experience with LEED, BREEAM, DGNB or other sustainability standards
• Project management or commissioning certifications

What we offer

• Responsibility for technically demanding data center projects
• The chance to help shape future-oriented, high-availability infrastructure solutions
• Considerable technical freedom and short decision paths
• Collaboration in international, interdisciplinary project teams
• Individual training and development opportunities
• Attractive remuneration and flexible working models
• Long-term development prospects in a growing market

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As CSA (Civil, Structural & Architectural) Design Manager, you steer the design process on our data center projects from project start to handover. You lead internal designers and external consultants, act as the central interface between client and design team, and make sure all design deliverables are coordinated, compliant and delivered on schedule.

Location

Germany

Working hours

Full-time

Reference

SDC-ENG-05

Your tasks

• Prepare and maintain the project's design management plan, steer the design process from project start to handover across RIBA Stages 3–5 or the equivalent HOAI service phases, and chair design meetings to optimize the design and avoid abortive work
• Support tenders for new projects and assist the estimating and preconstruction teams in early project phases with design input, preconstruction reports and technical input on tender strategy, quantity take-offs and procurement planning
• Develop comprehensive scopes of services and contractual deliverables lists for each discipline, and procure design consultants from the initial request for proposal through evaluation and negotiation of scope and commercial terms to appointment, including agreeing RACI matrices
• Lead and supervise the design team, including the BIM Manager and Document Controller, prioritize and allocate work between internal designers and external consultants, and coach graduate engineers on technical submittals, drawing production, RFIs, client communication and coordination with site teams
• Plan, schedule and report on design activities: help develop the design delivery schedule with the client, project manager and consultants, align it with the planning team and the overall project schedule, report progress weekly, forecast revised completion dates where needed and implement recovery strategies in case of delays
• Ensure technical compliance across the project and the quality of all design deliverables in line with project requirements, local standards, client standards, statutory requirements and ISO 19650
• Review drawings, specifications, schedules, calculations and consultant submissions, prepare design calculations where required, and carry out stage-gate reviews (e.g. BSRIA BG6 pro formas 3, 4 and 5) to confirm the required quality, level of detail and information before the next stage begins
• Lead 3D model workshops and design coordination meetings, manage the integration of discipline models and fabrication drawings across all disciplines, and ensure the design is fully coordinated, buildable and maintainable before it is released to site
• Raise RFIs and prepare and manage technical submittals during design development, and ensure that information from vendors, suppliers and subcontractors is reviewed, coordinated and integrated into the design
• Develop and maintain the project asset register and support design-related procurement, including long-lead equipment and quantity take-offs, so that procurement requirements are aligned with the design schedule and the project delivery strategy, and design information is available in time for package procurement
• Identify value engineering opportunities early, challenge consultants and internal teams, consider alternative products, systems and construction methods, identify opportunities and partners for offsite assembly and manufacturing (OSA/OSM), and promote innovation and creative problem-solving in the team
• Act as the central interface between the client and the design team, represent SERBAN DC in meetings with clients, consultants, insurers and architects, translate client requirements into workable design strategies, and lead design change control so that changes are assessed, negotiated, approved and communicated before implementation
• Lead or support lessons learned and lessons transferred sessions, carry out a lessons learned review during the design phase and make sure insights are captured and shared for future projects
• Support site teams during construction, carry out site walks and inspections to verify that work is built as designed, communicate the design intent clearly and resolve design and technical queries from site

Registers and trackers you own

• Technical Submittal Register
• Drawing Register
• RFI Log
• Deviation Tracker
• Design Change Log
• Lessons Learned Log
• Asset Register
• Design Procurement Schedule Report (PSR)
• Master Information Delivery Plan (MIDP)
• Task Information Delivery Plans (TIDPs) for sub-consultants

Your profile

• Bachelor's degree or higher in civil/structural, electrical or mechanical engineering
• Working towards chartered status (e.g. CEng) or an equivalent professional qualification
• At least 5–7 years of experience in the construction industry
• Solid experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams
• Proven experience leading large teams
• Experience in project management across all design stages, including design fees and time and cost management
• Experience working in a Forma/ACC (Autodesk Construction Cloud) environment
• Good IT skills in Windows, Amtech, Relux, DIALux, AutoCAD and Microsoft applications
• Attention to detail and strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Good report-writing skills and experience preparing presentations and taking part in client meetings

Nice to have

• Knowledge of Revit and BIM 360

What we offer

• Responsibility on technically demanding data center projects
• The chance to help build future-proof digital infrastructure
• Plenty of room to shape your work and short decision paths
• Collaboration with experienced, international project teams
• Attractive remuneration and company benefits
• Individual training and development opportunities

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You lead BIM and digital construction on our data center projects and are the central point of responsibility for model-based delivery and information management across the entire project lifecycle. You make sure that architecture, structure and building services work from coordinated models and reliable information.

Location

Frankfurt am Main

Working hours

Full-time

Reference

SDC-ENG-06

Your tasks

• Develop and implement the BIM strategy and project-specific BIM standards
• Analyze the Employer's Information Requirements (EIR) and prepare and update the BIM Execution Plan (BEP)
• Align and steer BIM processes with clients, design consultants, BIM coordinators and contractors
• Manage the Common Data Environment (CDE) and establish clear approval and exchange workflows
• Assure the quality of discipline and coordination models and track the resolution of model clashes
• Chair BIM meetings and support project teams in applying the agreed methods
• Oversee the development of coordinated 3D MEP models, combined services and penetration drawings, supports and containment details, general arrangement and prefabrication drawings, bills of materials and procurement schedules
• Support the link between the models, scheduling and cost management (4D/5D)
• Ensure a structured handover of as-built models and asset data for operations
• Prepare weekly and monthly BIM reports on progress, risks, constraints and resources, and escalate critical issues to senior management
• Maintain communication with stakeholders, consultants and internal teams, and prepare technical reports and presentations as required

Your profile

• Degree in civil engineering, architecture, building services engineering or a comparable qualification
• Several years of experience in BIM management or overall BIM coordination on complex construction projects
• Ideally, experience in data center, industrial or plant construction
• Good understanding of the interfaces between structural works, electrical and mechanical building services
• Confident use of common BIM tools such as Revit, Navisworks or Solibri and of a CDE
• Experience with open data exchange formats such as IFC and BCF
• Knowledge of BIM processes in accordance with ISO 19650
• A structured way of working, strong communication skills and the ability to establish binding processes within the project team
• Good German and English skills

What we offer

• Responsibility for the digital delivery of demanding data center projects
• Scope to shape the further development of our BIM standards and processes
• Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and international project partners
• Attractive remuneration and company benefits
• Individual training and development opportunities

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You guide our data center projects from the first concept through to the start of construction and create robust schedules that bring design, procurement and construction together at an early stage. Your tender and preconstruction schedules give clients and project teams a reliable basis for their decisions.

Location

Germany

Working hours

Full-time

Reference

SDC-PRE-01

Your tasks

• Develop and maintain master project schedules and detailed preconstruction schedules
• Develop, maintain and present Level 2, 3 and 4 tender schedules in Primavera P6, including schedule narratives, progress curves, histograms and target schedules in line with tender requirements
• Build credible, logic-driven bid schedules from limited information, using assumptions, clarifications, bills of quantities, client requirements, scheduling specifications, contract conditions and internal planning standards
• Coordinate design, permitting, tendering and procurement processes with the project stakeholders
• Analyze construction sequences, milestones and the critical path
• Factor in the lead times of key technical plant, particularly for power supply and cooling
• Identify schedule risks, evaluate scenarios and develop measures to safeguard the schedule
• Support bid and tender phases with realistic sequencing concepts, 4D models, 2D phasing plans, visual sequence diagrams, logistics narratives and construction methodology presentations for bid submissions and client meetings
• Work with sales, estimating, preconstruction, construction operations, design, procurement, commercial, CSA (Civil, Structural & Architectural), MEP (Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing) and commissioning teams as well as subcontractors to clarify scope, milestones, sequencing and key schedule risks
• Run scheduling workshops with clients, design consultants and subcontractors
• Ensure that all tender and preconstruction deliverables comply with internal standard operating procedures, client standards, tender requirements and internal review processes before submission
• Hand over the agreed schedule to the delivery team in a structured manner

Your profile

• Degree in civil engineering, building services engineering, construction management or a comparable qualification
• At least 7 years of experience in planning, scheduling and project controls on large-scale construction or engineering projects or in mission-critical environments, ideally in data center, industrial or plant construction
• Experience in preconstruction and bid planning, preferably for data centers, and in working with design, estimating and procurement teams
• In-depth understanding of tender and preconstruction planning, from bid and PCSA (Pre-Construction Services Agreement) schedules, enabling works, design development and procurement strategy to construction sequencing, commissioning logic and handover milestones
• Good understanding of construction sequences, building services systems and their interfaces
• Advanced Primavera P6 skills; experience with Microsoft Project is an advantage
• Analytical thinking, a structured way of working and the ability to explain schedule dependencies clearly
• A strong focus on governance and quality
• Good German and English skills
• Willingness to travel for projects

What we offer

• Responsibility on demanding data center projects
• Room to shape how schedules and construction sequencing concepts are developed
• Collaboration with an interdisciplinary project team and international partners
• Attractive remuneration and company benefits
• Individual training and development opportunities

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You coordinate all permitting processes for our data center projects and act as the central interface between project development, design, authorities, certified experts and external consultants. Your goal is to obtain every required permit, approval and supporting document completely, on time and in line with the project objectives.

Location

Data center projects in Germany and, where applicable, other European markets

Working hours

Full-time

Working model

Hybrid – office, project site and remote work

Reports to

Development Manager, Head of Development or Project Director

Reference

SDC-PRE-02

Your tasks

• Develop and maintain the project-specific permitting strategy and identify all required permits, notifications, approvals and technical assessments
• Prepare and continuously update a permit schedule with deadlines, dependencies and responsibilities
• Coordinate preliminary building inquiries, building permit applications and the required specialist approvals
• Compile application packages, review them for completeness, consistency and approvability, and submit them on time
• Act as the central point of contact for building control, environmental, water, fire-safety and other specialist authorities, and organize authority meetings and document decisions, requirements and follow-up actions
• Coordinate external designers, expert assessors, certified experts and permitting consultants
• Align permitting requirements with the project design and with the architecture, CSA (Civil, Structural & Architectural), MEP (Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing), fire protection, environmental and project development teams
• Monitor the progress of applications and escalate potential delays at an early stage
• Coordinate responses to authority queries and requests for additional information, including supplementary documents
• Track permit conditions and ensure their implementation during design and construction
• Support applications for early works and partial building permits as well as inspections, occupancy approvals and final operational clearances
• Identify and assess permitting risks and develop appropriate mitigation measures
• Maintain a central permit tracker and complete, auditable permitting records
• Report regularly to the Development Manager, project management and the management board

Typical permitting areas

• Planning and building regulations
• Preliminary building decisions and building permits
• Partial building permits and early works
• Environmental and emissions control
• Water law and drainage
• Fire protection and coordination with the fire service
• Traffic access and construction site logistics
• Tree and nature protection
• Grid connection and energy supply
• Emergency power and fuel systems
• Inspections by certified experts and checking engineers
• Commencement of use and final operational approvals

Your profile

• Degree in architecture, civil engineering, urban planning, environmental planning, real estate development or a related discipline
• Professional experience in permitting management, project development or design coordination
• Good knowledge of German planning and building law
• Basic knowledge of the relevant environmental, emissions control and water law requirements
• Experience working with public authorities, design consultants and certified experts
• Confident handling of complex technical, planning and application documents
• Good scheduling, risk management and document control skills
• Ability to coordinate several permitting processes in parallel
• A structured, reliable and independent way of working
• Strong communication, organizational and negotiation skills
• Confident use of MS Office and document management systems
• Very good German and good English skills
• Willingness to travel for project and authority meetings

Nice to have

• Experience with data center, industrial, commercial or infrastructure projects

How success is measured

• Required permits obtained on time
• Completeness and quality of the submitted application documents
• Adherence to the project and permitting schedule
• Prompt and complete handling of authority requests for additional information
• Early identification and mitigation of permitting risks
• Demonstrable compliance with all permit conditions
• Complete, auditable permitting records
• Effective coordination of authorities, consultants and project teams

What we offer

• Responsibility on technically demanding data center projects
• The chance to help build future-proof digital infrastructure
• Plenty of room to shape your work and short decision paths
• Collaboration with experienced, international project teams
• Attractive remuneration and company benefits
• Individual training and development opportunities

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You are responsible for the commercial side of our data center projects, from the initial cost estimate through to the final account. You keep costs, contracts, change orders and cash flow under control and provide management with a reliable commercial basis for decisions.

Location

Frankfurt (Eschborn)

Working hours

Full-time

Reference

SDC-COM-01

Your tasks

• Prepare fast, accurate, competitive and profitable cost estimates and monitor project budgets
• Review the project contract documentation and develop a thorough understanding of it
• Prepare tender documents and inquiries to suppliers and subcontractors, and review and analyze the bids received
• Commercially assess and negotiate contracts and change orders
• Prepare and issue contract documents to our supply chain
• Monitor changes to our scope of work and price the resulting change orders
• Check work performed, quantities and invoices
• Prepare and agree monthly interim payment applications
• Maintain financial and contractual control of subcontractor accounts
• Issue contractual notices and assess loss and expense claims as well as acceleration claims
• Prepare monthly commercial project reports
• Provide management with data and analysis on issues and risks as required
• Manage and forecast project cash flows
• Liaise with the client, the main contractor and other departments

Your profile

• A university degree and/or relevant industry experience
• 5–7 years of experience in a Quantity Surveying role
• Comprehensive understanding of construction contracts
• Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical trades
• Strong numerical skills
• Ability to negotiate with clients at a professional level
• Experience in using Excel
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail

What we offer

• Responsibility on technically demanding data center projects
• Plenty of room to shape your work and short decision paths
• Collaboration with experienced, international project teams
• Attractive remuneration and company benefits
• Individual training and development opportunities
• Long-term prospects in a dynamically growing market

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You steer cost control on our data center projects and give the construction team and commercial management a transparent view of costs, cash flow and forecasts. You identify cost trends early and initiate corrective action so that projects stay within budget.

Location

Germany

Working hours

Full-time

Reference

SDC-COM-02

Your tasks

• Ensure that all cost control processes and functions comply with internal requirements, project requirements and the contract
• Lead cost control on the project and provide comprehensive support to the construction team
• Prepare weekly reports for the site and business unit commercial managers and for your line manager
• Prepare the monthly payment applications to the client
• Forecast incoming and outgoing payments and provide regular cash flow reports for the project
• Prepare month-end reports for the projects and ensure that closing procedures are followed
• Allocate costs correctly between projects that are grouped under a common job code
• Finalize subcontractor payment applications and process payment certificates
• Monitor and review orders, variations, change orders and change order requests
• Ensure the correct use and implementation of SAP to support cost and contract management
• Identify and analyze cost trends and initiate and coordinate corrective action to keep the project within budget

Your profile

• At least 7 years of experience in cost control or Quantity Surveying, including 2 years in a senior role
• Construction industry experience, including prior experience in construction operations
• Experience in using Excel
• Experience with SAP and advanced user skills in Microsoft Office
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure
• Willingness to travel as required

Nice to have

• A professional qualification in Quantity Surveying
• A professional certification in a related field
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience in SAP reporting
• Experience in documentation and reporting

What we offer

• Responsibility on technically demanding data center projects
• Plenty of room to shape your work and short decision paths
• Collaboration with experienced, international project teams
• Attractive remuneration and company benefits
• Individual training and development opportunities
• Long-term prospects in a dynamically growing market

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You are responsible for all project-related procurement and contract awards on our data center projects and make sure that design, construction and supply services are delivered to the required quality, on time and within the approved budget. A particular focus is on the early procurement of schedule-critical plant and the commercial management of suppliers and contractors.

Location

Data center projects in Germany and, where applicable, other European countries

Working hours

Full-time

Working model

Hybrid – office, project site and remote work

Reports to

Head of Procurement, Commercial Director or Project Director

Reference

SDC-COM-03

Your tasks

• Develop and implement the project-specific procurement and contracting strategy, and prepare and maintain the procurement plan and contract award schedule
• Identify critical and long-lead plant and components at an early stage
• Coordinate procurement with the project development, design, construction, MEP (Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing), commercial and commissioning teams
• Carry out market analyses and identify and prequalify suitable suppliers
• Prepare and coordinate tender and inquiry documents with clearly defined scopes of work and technical interfaces
• Obtain, review and compare technical and commercial bids, and prepare bid comparisons and award recommendations
• Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers, subcontractors and service providers, and organize and document bidder and award meetings
• Prepare, conclude and administer supply, construction and service contracts
• Monitor orders, manufacturing, delivery dates and contractual milestones
• Coordinate expediting, factory acceptance tests, logistics and site deliveries
• Manage contract changes, claims and change orders
• Monitor payment schedules, bonds and guarantees, warranties and proof of insurance
• Evaluate supplier performance in terms of quality, cost, schedule and collaboration, and identify supply chain risks and develop mitigation measures
• Maintain complete, transparent and auditable procurement records and report regularly on award status, costs, risks and delivery dates

Typical procurement packages

• General contractor and construction works
• Civil works, structural shell, facade and interior fit-out
• Transformers and medium-voltage switchgear
• Low-voltage main distribution boards and busbar systems
• UPS, battery and standby power systems
• Chillers, dry coolers, pumps and heat exchangers
• Ventilation, air-conditioning and liquid cooling systems
• Building automation, BMS and energy monitoring
• Fire detection, fire suppression and security systems
• Design, consulting and commissioning services

Your profile

• Degree in industrial engineering, civil engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, business administration or a comparable qualification
• Several years of professional experience in technical procurement, project procurement or contract management
• Experience with data center, construction, industrial plant or critical infrastructure projects
• Good understanding of technical construction and plant work packages
• Experience with tenders, bid evaluations and contract negotiations
• Sound knowledge of supplier, cost, contract and risk management
• Knowledge of the VOB (German construction contract regulations) and German contract law
• Experience in procuring long-lead equipment
• Confident use of ERP, procurement and document management systems, and very good skills in MS Excel and standard Office applications
• Strong negotiation skills and assertiveness
• An analytical, structured and results-oriented way of working, combined with strong communication and teamwork skills
• Business-fluent German and English
• Willingness to visit suppliers, factories and construction sites

Nice to have

• Knowledge of international contract models

How success is measured

• On-time award and delivery of work packages
• Adherence to the approved procurement budget
• Savings achieved and optimized contract terms
• Reduction of supply chain and schedule risks
• Quality and reliability of the contracted suppliers
• Effective management of changes, claims and change orders
• Complete and auditable procurement records

What we offer

• Responsibility on technically demanding data center projects
• The chance to help build future-proof digital infrastructure
• Plenty of room to shape your work and short decision paths
• Collaboration with experienced, international project teams
• Attractive remuneration and company benefits
• Individual training and development opportunities

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You are responsible for procuring demanding construction, plant and service packages for our data center projects. You run tenders and contract negotiations, develop a capable supplier base and ensure cost-effective, on-time procurement that meets the required quality.

Location

Data center projects in Germany and Europe

Working hours

Full-time

Working model

Hybrid – office, project site and remote work

Reports to

Project Procurement Manager or Head of Procurement

Reference

SDC-COM-04

Your tasks

• Independently procure technical plant, construction works and services, and manage complex procurement packages from inquiry to contract award
• Carry out national and international market and supplier analyses
• Identify, prequalify and develop suitable suppliers and subcontractors, and build and maintain long-term supplier relationships
• Prepare and issue tender and inquiry documents with clearly defined scopes of work and contractual interfaces
• Coordinate technical and commercial bid clarifications
• Review and compare incoming bids, and prepare price comparisons, bid evaluations and award recommendations
• Prepare and lead price, scope and contract negotiations, including prices, payment terms, delivery dates, warranties, bonds and guarantees
• Prepare, review and conclude purchase orders as well as supply, construction and service contracts
• Monitor order, manufacturing and delivery dates and support the expediting of critical plant and components
• Coordinate with the engineering, construction, commercial, legal and finance teams
• Handle contract changes, change orders and supplier claims
• Evaluate supplier performance in terms of quality, cost and schedule adherence
• Identify procurement and supply chain risks
• Document procurement processes and maintain purchasing data

Typical procurement packages

• Construction and general contractor services
• Civil works, structural shell, facade and interior fit-out
• Medium- and low-voltage switchgear
• Transformers, UPS and battery systems
• Standby power and fuel systems
• Chillers, dry coolers, pumps and heat exchangers
• Ventilation, air-conditioning and liquid cooling systems
• Building automation and energy monitoring
• Fire detection, fire suppression and security systems
• Design, consulting and commissioning services

Your profile

• Degree in industrial engineering, business administration, civil engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or a comparable qualification
• Several years of professional experience in technical or strategic procurement
• Experience in construction, plant engineering, infrastructure or data center projects
• Good technical and commercial understanding
• Proven experience in tenders and contract negotiations
• Knowledge of contract, change order and supplier management
• Experience with long-lead, project-critical components
• Confident use of ERP and procurement systems, and very good skills in MS Excel and standard Office applications
• Strong negotiation skills and assertiveness
• An analytical, structured and cost-conscious way of working
• Strong communication skills and a confident manner
• Business-fluent German and English
• Willingness to visit suppliers, factories and construction sites

Nice to have

• Knowledge of the VOB (German construction contract regulations) and German contract law

How success is measured

• Savings achieved and economically favorable contract terms
• On-time contract award and delivery
• Adherence to procurement budgets
• Quality and reliability of suppliers
• Reduction of procurement and supply chain risks
• Effective handling of changes and change orders
• Complete and auditable procurement records

What we offer

• Responsibility on technically demanding data center projects
• The chance to help build future-proof digital infrastructure
• Plenty of room to shape your work and short decision paths
• Collaboration with experienced, international project teams
• Attractive remuneration and company benefits
• Individual training and development opportunities

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You keep our office running smoothly and provide professional administrative support to the senior leadership team. You lead the administration, payroll and time management team and ensure that office systems, procedures, services and equipment enable every colleague to work efficiently.

Location

Germany

Working hours

Full-time

Reference

SDC-OFF-01

Your tasks

• Manage all office systems, procedures and facilities to ensure efficient and smooth day-to-day operations
• Lead the administration, payroll and time management team reporting directly to you and ensure smooth workflows
• Provide professional secretarial support to the leadership team, particularly for client correspondence, bids and presentations
• Support senior management with confidential and commercial matters within the company
• Attend meetings at the request of senior management, take minutes and distribute them to all relevant parties
• Organize travel and accommodation for employees
• Manage leave schedules for all senior staff on site
• Coordinate, manage and order all office supplies
• Ensure that all employees have a suitable working environment to carry out their tasks
• Work with IT to ensure that all IT supplies and hardware for projects are ordered on time, report replacement needs and track IT equipment in the IT asset management system
• Manage all office-related service contracts
• Organize and maintain data in spreadsheets, prepare reports, manage paperwork and handle other related administrative tasks as required
• Work with HR to maintain and update office policies as required
• Continuously identify best practices and more efficient ways of working to increase office and overall business efficiency

Your profile

• More than five years of proven experience as an administrative assistant supporting senior management in a busy office environment
• A business administration qualification at EQF/DQR level 5 or higher
• Experience working in a fast-paced construction environment
• Excellent command of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, OneNote, SharePoint)
• Excellent SAP skills
• Experience in processing time management data for a large number of employees
• The ability to handle confidential information professionally and with discretion
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills and a commitment to completing tasks on time
• The confidence to handle all requests from the senior leadership team effectively and professionally
• The ability to work independently while being an integral part of a busy team
• Effective time management, clear prioritization and the ability to meet deadlines with little supervision in a fast-paced environment
• Initiative, sound judgment and a willingness to actively support change management

What we offer

• Collaboration with experienced, international project teams
• Plenty of room to shape your work and short decision paths
• Attractive remuneration and company benefits
• Individual training and development opportunities
• Long-term prospects in a dynamically growing market

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You are the central point of contact between the construction site and HR, payroll, IT and fleet management, and you keep site administration running smoothly. From timesheets, reports and travel to onboarding and team events, you ensure a reliable flow of information and a well-organized working environment for the site team.

Location

Construction sites in Frankfurt am Main, Berlin and Cologne

Working hours

Full-time

Working model

Mainly on site

Reference

SDC-OFF-02

Your tasks

• Manage timesheets, record working hours and compile weekly or monthly timesheets for payroll and the site, coordinating with site management and site security on staff changes and missing time records
• Review team expenses on behalf of the Business Unit Lead
• Maintain all trackers and spreadsheets diligently, produce reports, statistics, trend analyses and charts, organize documents and handle other administrative tasks as required
• Attend meetings at the request of senior management, take minutes and distribute them to all relevant parties
• Monitor office supplies and consumables and reorder them in cooperation with the procurement, commercial and logistics teams to prevent shortages
• Manage office systems, procedures and facilities, suggest improvements to the working environment and support adjustments to the office layout
• Welcome new employees, communicate clearly before, during and after they join, brief them on the administrative requirements of their host region or country, introduce them to their team and show them where to find key information
• Work with the IT team to ensure that IT equipment and hardware for the project are ordered on time, monitor on-site IT inventory and comply with company policies on cybersecurity and data protection
• Facilitate communication between the site teams and project management and act as the central point of contact between the site and HR, payroll, IT and fleet management
• Support employees, management and other departments with confidential and commercial matters, working closely with HR
• Check that travel requests meet the defined criteria and that flight and hotel bookings stay within budgets and company and project policies, file all bookings for reporting to senior management and coordinate transport between accommodation and site with the fleet, tools and plant team
• Organize team-building activities in consultation with management and in line with the project schedule and budget, as well as smaller regular on-site activities such as team breakfasts
• Promote the mental health and well-being of the site workforce by raising awareness, reducing stigma, encouraging open conversations and referring colleagues to internal and external support services when needed
• Continuously look for best practices and more efficient ways of working, attend regular training and encourage colleagues to do the same

Your profile

• Excellent command of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, OneNote, SharePoint)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, the ability to convey information clearly to different stakeholders and to foster collaborative teamwork
• The ability to handle a high volume of employee queries, requests and tasks
• The ability to handle confidential information professionally and discreetly and to respond effectively to all requests from senior management
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with clear prioritization and the ability to meet deadlines with little supervision in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• The ability to work independently and lead by example, combined with sound judgment
• Excellent interpersonal and intercultural communication skills
• Patience, attention to detail, adaptability and responsiveness
• A respectful, sensitive and diplomatic approach to people from all backgrounds that fosters an inclusive workplace
• German and English skills at C1/C2 level
• An interest in the construction industry and in developing into other roles within the company
• Willingness to work on construction sites in Frankfurt am Main, Berlin and Cologne, including outdoors and under site conditions, to travel and, if required, to be seconded to another project in Germany

Nice to have

• Proven administrative experience in the construction industry
• Additional language skills
• Willingness to train as a mental health first aider

What we offer

• The chance to help build future-proof digital infrastructure
• Collaboration with experienced, international project teams
• Attractive remuneration and company benefits
• Individual training and development opportunities
• Long-term prospects in a dynamically growing market

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You play a central role in our commercial organization and make sure that our administrative and accounting processes run reliably and in a structured way. You handle day-to-day bookkeeping and office organization and help build and develop the commercial structures of a growing company.

Location

Munich or Frankfurt (Eschborn)

Working hours

Full-time or part-time

Working model

Office-based

Reference

SDC-OFF-03

Your tasks

• Handle day-to-day bookkeeping
• Check, code and post incoming and outgoing invoices
• Prepare and process payments
• Monitor incoming payments and open items
• Prepare documents for the tax advisor and auditors
• Process travel and expense claims
• Prepare and maintain commercial analyses and overviews
• Take care of general office organization and administrative tasks
• Handle correspondence and communicate with customers, suppliers and business partners
• Support the management board with commercial tasks

Your profile

• Completed commercial vocational training, e.g. as an office management clerk, industrial clerk, tax clerk or a comparable qualification
• Practical experience in bookkeeping
• Confident use of MS Office, especially Excel and Outlook
• A structured, meticulous and independent way of working
• A strong sense of responsibility and discretion in handling confidential information
• Good written and spoken German
• Enjoyment of organizing and of driving things forward independently

Nice to have

• Experience with financial accounting software
• Knowledge of DATEV
• Experience with digital document and invoice processes
• Knowledge of payroll accounting

What we offer

• A responsible position with independent work, room to shape your role and short decision paths
• The opportunity to actively help build and develop the commercial structures of a growing company
• A modern, professional and international working environment in the data center and AI growth market
• Direct collaboration with the management board
• Attractive, performance-based remuneration
• Flexible working hours
• Long-term prospects in a forward-looking company and varied work with insight into technology, infrastructure and energy projects

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