CareerPlan

Head of Projects (m/w/d) - Data Center

Frankfurt am Main, Hessen, DEFull-time2026-10-28 → 2026-11-10
Hybrid

Core

Leading and scaling the Asset Upgrade and Replacement (AUR) business unit for data centers in DACH and CEE regions, with full P&L responsibility.

Role type

Senior IC Head of Projects (Strategy & Business Development)

Builds

Data center modernization and replacement projects (M&E, Civil & Fabric, Fire & Security systems)

Domain

Data Center Infrastructure / Real Estate / Construction

Required skills

P&L management, cross-border project leadership, FIDIC contract standards, commercial risk management, procurement strategy, team building, business development, stakeholder management

Preferred skills

PMI PMP or APM PMQ certification, engineering degree, established network with DC clients and investors

Technologies

FIDIC contracts, IT project management tools

Responsibilities

Develop and convert sales pipeline for aggressive revenue growth; Lead safe and on-time delivery of capital asset upgrade projects; Recruit and mentor a high-performance team of project managers; Represent CBRE as a credible leadership figure to clients and industry forums; Partner with internal functions (QHSE, Finance, Commercial) to align project execution with regional goals; Ensure audit-ready project administration.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with strategic oversight