- Location
- FRA11, Germany
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- IT
- Seniority
- Director
- Experience
- 8+ years
- Source
- Workday
Description
About Vantage Data Centers
Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.
Position Description
As a Delivery Director, EMEA you will be accountable for the delivery of all aspects of construction on our Data Centre projects. You will be responsible for managing either a single large Data centre or multiple smaller buildings on or across a campus through a team of project/construction, commercial and design managers. Your key objective is ensuring all projects that you are responsible for are delivered safely, to a high standard of quality, on time, within budget and in alignment with strategic corporate objectives.
Collaboration and integration in the sales, design and development lifecycle process, including client interface is integral to the role. This will include expertise including designing to cost, schedule and offsite construction methodology to ensure an optimized construction delivery solution.
Essential Job Functions
Drive a strong EHS philosophy and implement programs designed to effectively drive an embedded safety culture and behaviours and prevent injury on construction sites
Provide advice and input throughout the lifecycle of the development from site selection through design and development to delivery on site with regards to cost, schedule and constructability.
Deliver and oversee the management of the overall construction program to ensure that projects are delivered the consistently and predictably every time, improving efficiency and reducing cycle time and cost wherever possible.
Accountable for all aspects of construction including pre-construction, team selection, construction, commissioning, and project closeout as set out in the overall Project Programme, working collaboratively with peers to deliver for our customers
Work closely with Operations to coordinate design criteria and construction with ongoing maintenance and operation of existing facilities to ensure the optimum return on investment.
Create and manage the RFP process for capital projects and customer builds
Drive day to day construction decisions to conclusion
Vendor/Contractor management including qualification and relationship building and maintenance
Own the resource allocation and project workflow for direct reports and third-party contingent workforce
Accountable to manage overall construction CAPEX budgets
Partner with the Cost and Commercial team, Planning team and Director of Construction Cost and Finance to produce monthly project forecasts including variance analyses as well as execution of master service agreements (MSA) and project authorizations for new and existing contractors and vendors
Establish project budgets and submit approval packages to executive team. Hold the project team accountable to create, monitor and manage project budgets and monthly billing
Develop comprehensive QA/QC program that prevents problems from occurring; identifies risks early in the project life cycle; and ensures all data centre spaces comply with all applicable requirements (BOD, specifications, code, lease, etc.)
Lead by example to ensure that the project team drives coordination and integration of internal stakeholders within the project
Ensure project team complies with VDC project turnover documentation requirements to operations
Key Requirements:
Based in or around Frankfurt, with deep local knowledge of the region
Strong existing network within local government authorities, utility providers, and permitting bodies
8+ years of experience in construction delivery, preferably in the data center or critical infrastructure sector
Proven track record of driving permitting, compliance, and site coordination for complex construction projects
Excellent relationship-building and negotiation skills with external stakeholders
High level of accountability, initiative, and precision in fast-paced, time-sensitive environments
We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other’s strengths and respecting each other’s weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.
Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.
Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.
Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.
