Datacenter Senior Construction Manager

Job Description

Title: Senior Construction Manager – Data Center (M/F/X)

Location : Abbiategrasso

Salary Range : 85-100k euros

Your Role

As a Campus Construction Manager at Digital Realty , you will play a key role in overseeing the planning, coordination, and delivery of data center construction projects—from new builds to fit-outs and upgrades. You will be responsible for ensuring projects are successfully delivered on time and within budget, while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of data center construction principles and best practices, along with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. This position will also contribute to continuously improving the design, scope definition, and execution of our construction programs. The role is fully site-based, ensuring strong project governance and clear roles/responsibilities across any consultant support.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple data center campus construction projects end-to-end (design, tendering, construction, commissioning/hand-over, etc.)
• Oversee and monitor on-site works and progress
• Communicate effectively with all internal and external stakeholders
• Lead and manage project teams
• Manage contracts and procurement follow-up (including major equipment)
• Act as the owner of quality, schedule, cost, HSE (Health, Safety & Environment), and overall project delivery
• Manage and supervise contractors and service providers, providing guidance and support
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and proactively flag project savings/overruns to protect target values and ensure predictable capacity delivery to the business
• Promote and role-model a culture of continuous improvement, partnership, and teamwork through behaviors and communications

Skills & Experience That Will Make The Difference

• Minimum 10 years of experience in construction project management, preferably in data centers or a similar mission-critical environment
• Strong experience with project management methodologies, including multi-project environments
• Proven experience in continuous process improvement, including defining and managing metrics and related KPIs
• Experience working in an international environment
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and decision-making skills
• Fluent English (spoken and written)

About Us

Digital Realty enables the convergence of businesses and data by delivering a comprehensive range of data center, colocation, and interconnection solutions. Through PlatformDIGITAL®, our global data center platform, we provide customers with a secure environment to house and connect their data. We also use a proven data center architecture methodology called PDx® to drive innovation and successfully address challenges related to data sensitivity. With a global footprint of 300+ facilities across 50+ metros in 28 countries on 6 continents, Digital Realty provides customers access to the data communities that matter most.

To learn more, visit digitalrealty.com or follow us on LinkedIn and X.

What We Offer

Our industry is experiencing strong growth, offering the opportunity to join an engaged and passionate team working together to understand and respond to the evolving needs of global customers. Join us and be part of an inclusive environment where you can bring your full self to work. As part of our team, you will collaborate across business areas, challenge the status quo, and turn ideas into action. We also offer many development opportunities to help you build a rewarding and successful career.

Our Compensation Philosophy

Digital Realty offers a competitive compensation package, excellent benefits, and a culture built on recognition—rewarding your contributions and achievements aligned with the company’s values.

Responsibilities

The role is responsible for overseeing risk management, process optimization, and schedule governance across all construction operations. This includes implementing digital solutions to streamline workflows, enhance reporting accuracy, and support collaborative planning efforts. The manager works closely with stakeholders to ensure consistent practices and effective communication, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. They are expected to lead process improvement initiatives, monitor key performance indicators, and adapt strategies to meet evolving project demands. The role also involves championing new technologies, managing multiple initiatives simultaneously, and ensuring that all projects adhere to organizational standards and timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred) - 7-10 years of progressive management experience in design and construction, ideally with data centers or similar environments - Experience managing multi-country projects and delivering large developments - Proven expertise in construction project management, including digital tools, risk management, automation, and operational optimization - Familiarity with schedule governance, collaborative planning, and workflow optimization - Experience in continuous process improvement and managing KPIs/metrics - Strong understanding of change/gating processes in owner-operator development organizations