Construction Manager (Power & Electrical Infrastructure) (m/f/d)

Job Description

Your Role

As a Construction Manager at Digital Realty, you will support the successful delivery of mission-critical data center & infrastructure (e.g. substation) construction projects across the full project lifecycle. From new builds and fit-outs to infrastructure upgrades and campus expansions, you will help ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Working closely with internal stakeholders, contractors, consultants, and customers, you will coordinate project activities, manage risks, and contribute to the successful execution of construction projects across our growing portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

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

What You Bring

• 3+ years of experience in construction project management, ideally within data centers, mission-critical facilities, or complex infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience delivering construction projects safely, on time, and within budget.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, project controls, contract administration, and risk management.
• Experience coordinating contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders.
• Knowledge of Electrical systems (HV / MV) and building services infrastructure.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality results.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or construction management
• Fluent English communication skills required
• German is nice to have

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

What We Offer:

• Open door culture with short communications paths and flat hierarchies
• Personalized onboarding plan (buddy system), education programs
• Personal development options in a fast-growing environment
• Extensive social benefits (Flexible working hours, digital meal vouchers, bike leasing, pension plan, etc.)
• Many extras like free drinks, fresh fruit, or cool team events

A bit about us

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

What we can offer you

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