Senior Project Manager Data Center / Project Lead Data Center (m/w/d)

Shape a future with purpose at Arup in Frankfurt or Düsseldorf.

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

Data Centres are crucial components of today’s infrastructure, supporting everything from business to public services. Operators must ensure the longevity, efficiency, and sustainability of their sites while optimizing them for mission-critical tasks. Arup’s international and multidisciplinary team in Frankfurt and Düsseldorf is at the forefront of designing innovative and energy-efficient data centres, ensuring that our clients meet their goals of performance, cost-efficiency, and sustainability.

The Opportunity

Join our international and multidisciplinary team of passionate design engineers and help us create high-quality, sustainable, and innovative data centre structures. You will work on medium to large-scale mission-critical projects, covering all stages of design — from concept to construction supervision and handover.

As a Senior Project Manager - Data Centre at Arup, you will:

• Lead project teams in the development of multidisciplinary projects at all levels of design and construction, including testing and commissioning

• Plan and manage Projects as well as manage the quality

• Integrate into an international and interdisciplinary team

Requirements

Does this role inspire you?

We are looking for someone passionate about sustainable data centre design and who possesses:

• Degree in civil engineering, architecture or related field

• 10+ years of professional experience and several years of experience as a project manager in leading multidisciplinary teams in the realization of large industrial or technology projects. Possibly initial experience in data center planning

• Relevant project references in national and/or international science, industry or technology projects

• Comprehensive knowledge of building planning and sound knowledge of RIBA, HOAI or similar standards

• Timely realization of complex projects with associated budget planning

• Strong communication skills, confident appearance, organizational and negotiating skills

• Very good written and spoken English skills and ideally German

Have any questions or would like more information? Contact recruitment.germany@arup.com

Why Arup?

At Arup, we believe in rewarding our members for their contributions to our shared success. As a trust-owned company, we have the freedom to pursue meaningful work that aligns with our purpose and values. We also offer a unique profit share program, allowing our members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits that work for you:

• Flexible working

  • Choice of full or part time model, the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek and up to 20 days a year working from another country.

• Personal development

  • Mentoring program, various trainings (e.g. language courses for German and English) and individual development opportunities through our Arup University.

• Perspectives abroad

  • The opportunity to apply for short (6 months) or longer (1 to 2 years) assignments in other Arup offices worldwide.

• Profit sharing

  • Twice-yearly profit distribution based on Arup's global performance (profit shares), not on individual performance or turnover targets.

• Welfare & Family

  • Company pension plan, occupational disability insurance, mobility (e.g. Swapfiets rental bike), day-care allowance and, in Berlin, a day-care place with our cooperation partner, if required.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective where individuality is encouraged. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. You'll have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, and to the clients and communities we serve.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of the world around us. We actively promote a culture of inclusion where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible. If you need any assistance or adjustments, please contact recruitment.germany@arup.com. We're here to support you.

Do you want to join us in shaping a better world?

Apply here.