DC Build Director, Germany
Green Mountain
- Frist 01.12.2024
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Build the Future of Green Data Centers – Join Green Mountain!
Green Mountain is expanding into Germany with a cutting-edge data center in Mainz. This project, a joint venture with the German energy provider KMW, leverages their combined expertise to create one of the region’s most sustainable data centers. Situated in an established industrial area near Frankfurt, the center will be powered entirely by renewable energy and will utilize innovative cooling techniques from the nearby Rhine River. Advancing smoothly, with construction officially underway since September 2023, this facility aims to set new benchmarks for green infrastructure in Germany.
Are you ready to lead the future of sustainable data centers? Green Mountain is looking for an experienced leader to drive our groundbreaking project in Mainz, Germany. This is a unique opportunity to oversee the construction of a state-of-the-art facility that sets new standards in green infrastructure.
About the role:
The Data Center Build Director will hold a key leadership role in overseeing the construction of Green Mountain’s new data center in Mainz. You will collaborate closely with the Norwegian Project Management Office (PMO) to align with Green Mountain’s global standards and leverage existing expertise.
You will oversee a team of project managers, ensuring they have the skills and resources needed to handle multiple projects. By leveraging PMO frameworks and methodologies, you will ensure high-quality execution of construction projects, coordinating closely with Norwegian project managers to optimize workflows, share knowledge, and resolve challenges. Your role will also involve aligning local execution with the strategic direction set by the Norwegian office, ensuring smooth project progression and stakeholder communication.
This position requires effective cross-border collaboration to deliver data center builds that meet both local requirements and Green Mountain’s global standards for sustainability and efficiency.
Who are we looking for?
We are seeking a practical, self-driven leader with a strong background in managing large-scale construction projects. You thrive in dynamic environments, possess a practical mindset, and are comfortable making critical decisions. Your passion for sustainability and ability to navigate the complexities of international project management are essential. With a proven track record of leadership in construction or infrastructure projects, you have documented success in completing projects on time and within budget.
The ideal candidate has extensive project experience, thrives on being on-site, and understands the frameworks necessary for successful deliveries. You excel in collaboration and adaptability, unifying practices across the organization. As a people leader, you inspire teams and communicate clearly.
A deep understanding of German culture is crucial for fostering strong relationships with local contractors and stakeholders.
We prefer that you have:
- A degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
- Extensive experience managing large infrastructure or technical facility projects.
- PMP or PRINCE2 certification is an advantage but not required.
- Knowlegde of the datacenter industry is an advantage
- Knowledge of German construction laws and regulatory standards.
- Fluency in both German and English is essential; Norwegian is a plus.
- Willingness to relocate to Germany, with support provided, or be based in the Frankfurt/Mainz area.
Our core values are important to us and are reflected in our employees’ work:
- Customer Focus: Satisfied customers are the most important goal of our business.
- Reliability and Honesty: Trust is essential for success. We act with honesty and reliability at all times.
- Knowledge: Continuous learning and understanding both our business and our customers' needs is crucial.
- Enthusiasm: Engagement and enthusiasm drive our success and help us achieve our goals.
Why Join Us?
Join Green Mountain and lead the future of sustainable data centers. As a Data Center Build Director, you’ll lead a flagship project in Germany, shaping cutting-edge green infrastructure. Collaborate with top-tier clients and global talent in a dynamic, international setting. We invest in your growth through our Green Academy, offering continuous learning and career advancement. Our culture of innovation and excellence ensures your contributions are valued. Enjoy a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and expatriate support for a smooth transition to Mainz, Germany. Travel opportunities to ongoing projects and existing sites await. Be part of a company that prioritizes sustainability and values your well-being and development. If you’re passionate about making a difference, Green Mountain is your place to thrive.
Office Location
The permanent office location will be at the site in Mainz, Germany (with relocation support), and travel to ongoing projects and existing sites should be expected.
Green Mountain is subject to the Security Act. Therefore, we would like to inform you that a background check or other security clearance may be required before or during the course of employment.
Would you like to know more? Send us your CV and a few words about your interest. Feel free to contact our advisors at The Assessment Company for more information about the company, the position, and the process: Joachim Claeson, +47 400 21 542 / joachim.claeson@theac.no or Lone Holm Blaasvær, +47 924 45 136 / lone.holm.blaasvaer@theac.no.
Deadline for application: December 1st, 2024
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis
Om arbeidsgiveren
The data centers provide market-leading, customer-oriented data center services of high quality, powered by 100% renewable energy, making them among the most sustainable in the world. The company boasts 100% uptime and world-class security. The data centers are designed and built according to Tier III standards as defined by the Uptime Institute. Currently, the company has four different data center locations in Norway (Rjukan, Ytre Enebakk, Hamar, and Rennesøy), as well as one in London. The company is continuously developing new centers in various geographic regions, both in Norway and across Europe. Currently, the company’s largest data center to date is under construction at Hamar in Norway, which will be one of the largest data centers in Europe by the end of 2025. Additionally, Green Mountain is expanding into Germany with the development of a new data center in Mainz, which will further strengthen its presence in Europe and support the growing demand for sustainable data centers.
Green Mountain provides services to large national and international clients. Existing customers include banks, energy companies, IT service providers, government agencies, and cloud service providers. The company is experiencing strong growth and has quadrupled its revenue over the last three years. Green Mountain continues to focus on further growth, making significant investments in the development of additional data centers. The company has ambitious and solid ownership.
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- Sektor: Privat
- Lederkategori: Leder
- Sted:
- Bransje: Bygg og anlegg, Industri og produksjon, Internettbaserte tjenester
- Stillingsfunksjon: Forretningsutvikling og strategi, Ledelse, Prosjektledelse
Nøkkelord
Project management, Data Center, Infrastructure Projects, Leadership, Construction
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