Project Director (m/f/d) · Data Center Construction

Your Tasks

• Strategic leadership across all project phases, guiding multidisciplinary teams of construction, engineering, and commissioning professionals
• Management of contract execution, resource planning, subcontractor planning, and stakeholder relations with clients, consultants, and subcontractors
• Steering of project performance, ensuring milestones are met according to budget, schedule, and scope
• Oversight of compliance with data center construction standards, local building regulations, and workplace safety laws
• Coordination with design, procurement, and commissioning teams to achieve technical excellence and alignment with operational requirements
• Reporting of progress, risk, and cost to senior management and clients, including recommendation of mitigation strategies
• Promotion of a collaborative, safety-first, and quality-driven culture across all project partners
• Project risk management

Your Profile

• Degree in civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering, construction management, or comparable qualification
• Minimum 10 years' experience in large-scale construction projects
• At least 5 years' experience in mission‐critical or data center environments
• Proven cross‐disciplinary coordination experience (civil, structural, architectural, MEP)
• Strong knowledge of MEP systems, commissioning processes, and Tier standards (Uptime or equivalent)
• Proven ability to manage budgets over €100M and lead large, multicultural project teams
• Strong communication, negotiation, and leadership capabilities
• Knowledge of German construction law and administrative procedures
• Ability to work in a multi‐tasking environment and under time pressure
• Project management certifications (PMP, PRINCE2, IPMA, or comparable)
• Fluency in English; German or Polish language skills advantageous

Your Benefits

There are many reasons to choose a job at PORR:

• Happiness – Membership in a highly motivated, collaborative team working together on challenging tasks and exciting projects
• Career – Individual training and development opportunities to support long-term professional goals
• Extras – A wide range of additional benefits and discounts enhancing both everyday work and leisure time
• Health – Regular health initiatives and comprehensive insurance coverage through PORR CARE+
• Team Spirit – Strong team cohesion through company events, networking activities, and sports events
• Job Security & Stability – A secure and stable position within a financially strong and well-established construction group
• Personal Development – Support for individual life phases, including sabbaticals and caregiving arrangements