Project Manager - Commissioning (w/m/d)

Job title: Project Manager - Commissioning (w/m/d)

Reference number: 38202

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

Working hours: Full-time or Part-time (at least 30h/week)

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world's most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description:

Data center construction is one of the most fascinating and rapidly evolving sectors in the built environment, and Arcadis is leading the charge in delivering cutting-edge solutions globally. In Germany, particularly in the Frankfurt area, this field is experiencing explosive growth as the region transforms into a key hub for data centers due to its unparalleled connectivity, central location, and increasing demand for digital infrastructure. Joining our specialized team offers a unique opportunity to be part of this dynamic industry, shaping the future of technology and innovation in one of Europe's fastest-growing markets. Arcadis has been involved in numerous groundbreaking data center projects worldwide, showcasing our commitment to sustainable and efficient designs. Explore inspiring examples of our work written by our experts in the team through our blog. If you're looking to specialize in this exciting field and contribute to Germany's booming data center sector, this is the team to join!

Role accountabilities:

• Develop and maintain commissioning plans: Define scope, timelines, resourcing, and deliverables (Commissioning Plan & Schedule, Commissioning Checklists & Protocols, Progress & Issue Reports, Final Commissioning / Handover Report, Compliance Certifications).
• Coordinate commissioning activities: Ensure alignment with overall project schedule and milestones.
• Risk management: Identify, assess, and mitigate commissioning-related risks.
• Liaise with stakeholders: Interface with clients, contractors, designers, and regulatory authorities.
• Communication management: Provide clear updates, resolve issues, and facilitate meetings.
• Review designs and specifications: Ensure systems are commissionable and meet performance requirements.
• Lead commissioning processes: Oversee system start-up, testing, and validation (mechanical, electrical, controls, etc.).
• Quality assurance: Verify that installations comply with standards and contract requirements
• Prepare commissioning documentation: Develop checklists, test protocols, and maintain logs.
• Generate reports: Produce progress, issue, and completion reports for internal and client review.
• Manage handover documentation: Ensure all manuals, certificates, and as-built records are delivered.
• Ensure regulatory compliance: Adhere to health, safety, environmental, and industry regulations during commissioning.
• Promote safe practices: Conduct risk assessments, enforce safety protocols, and lead incident investigations if required.
• Identify process improvements: Suggest solutions to optimize commissioning workflows and enhance quality.
• Capture lessons learned: Document and share insights for future projects.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree or equivalent in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field.
• Proven experience (5+ years) as a project manager in commissioning, ideally with a focus on data centers (desirable) or other large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, project management principles, and data center-specific requirements.
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to manage complex projects and multiple stakeholders simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, or similar tools) and familiarity with BIM processes is a plus.
• Knowledge of sustainability practices and energy-efficient solutions in construction is highly desirable.
• Fluency in English and German, both written and verbal, is essential.
• Willingness to regularly travel within Germany and abroad as required for project demands.

If you are enthusiastic about this position but do not meet all the requirements, you should apply anyway. We value diverse skills and experience, and maybe you are exactly the right person for our team.

Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It's why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You'll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you'll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why equality and inclusion is at the forefront of all our activities. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. 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.

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