Senior Electrical Project Manager - Data Centers (f/m/d)

Senior Electrical Project Manager - Data Centers (f/m/d)

Reference number: 41496

Location: Frankfurt am Main (This position can be based in any Arcadis office location in Germany, while the onsite projects will primarily be located in the Frankfurt and Rhine-Main area).

Working hours: Full-time

Role description

For our Project Management Team Technology in the Places Business Unit, we are looking for a dedicated Senior Electrical Project Manager (f/m/d) to support data center construction projects.

The position is located within our global Places business unit. Together with our customers around the world, we create, promote, and optimize intelligent, safe, and sustainable places where people live, work, learn, and succeed. Places influence people's quality of life‑whether it's housing, shops, workplaces, schools, hospitals, businesses, research and development facilities, or data and distribution centers. People and communities thrive when their living, working, recreational, and play spaces are designed and operated to best meet their needs.

Role accountabilities

As a Senior Electrical Project Manager (f/m/d), you take full operational responsibility for the planning, coordination, and execution of electrical infrastructure in demanding data center projects. You ensure that electrical systems are designed to be reliable, energy‑efficient, and redundant, while fully complying with all safety‑related and regulatory requirements. In this role, you combine technical expertise with pragmatic project management: leading teams, managing interfaces with other disciplines, and ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

• Coordinate and manage the planning and design of electrical systems in data centers, ensuring efficiency, redundancy, and the highest safety standards.
• Lead, motivate, and technically guide a team of engineers and technicians to develop innovative solutions for electrical infrastructure.
• Develop, review, and approve electrical designs for data centers and other critical facilities, incorporating energy‑efficient technologies and current industry trends.
• Collaborate closely with architects, mechanical/MEP engineers, and other specialists to deliver integrated, holistic design solutions.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant standards, technical regulations, and safety requirements (e.g., VDE, IEC, NFPA 70E, DIN EN50600).
• Manage budgets, resource planning, and monitor costs, schedules, and quality; provide regular reports to management and stakeholders.
• Coordinate planning and implementation within multidisciplinary teams and liaise with external service providers, suppliers, and contractors.
• Support the construction phase by overseeing tests, commissioning (FAT/SAT), inspections, and handover to the operator.
• Identify risks, initiate countermeasures, and contribute to value engineering measures to optimize cost and performance.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree (Bachelor's, Master's, or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Automation Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in the planning and leadership of electrical systems, ideally with a focus on data centers or large‑scale infrastructure projects.
• Solid knowledge of energy‑efficient electrical systems and current industry trends.
• In-depth understanding of relevant laws, standards, and safety regulations (notably VDE, IEC, and fire protection).
• Proficient in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, EPLAN) and other planning tools.
• Strong leadership capabilities with experience in guiding and developing technical teams.
• Excellent communication skills, ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly and engage with internal and external partners.
• Fluent in English and German, both written and spoken.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally on a regular basis.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer; women, minorities, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non‑discrimination in employment on any basis including race, caste, creed, colour, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, and gender identity.