PORR is expanding its data center activities in Germany and is seeking a senior leader to govern and steer a growing portfolio of mission-critical construction programmes. This role operates at portfolio level, providing strategic direction, delivery governance, and senior client interface across multiple concurrent projects, in close collaboration with the executing business units.

• Portfolio-level delivery governance of data center construction projects across Germany
• Alignment of safety, quality, schedule, and cost performance across executing business units
• Early identification, assessment, and mitigation of delivery, commercial, and performance risks
• Consolidation of portfolio-wide reporting on programme status, risk exposure, and commercial position
• Senior regional client interface in coordination with operational project leadership
• Support and alignment in contractual matters, changes, and escalations
• Coordination of internal sourcing and allocation of executing business units for new projects
• Advisory involvement in senior resourcing, succession planning, and capability development
• Definition, implementation, and continuous improvement of delivery standards and governance frameworks
• Structured capture and transfer of lessons learned across the regional portfolio

• Degree in civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering, construction management, or comparable qualification
• Minimum 10 years' experience in large-scale construction projects
• At least 5 years' experience in mission-critical or data center environments
• Proven cross-disciplinary coordination experience (civil, structural, architectural, MEP)
• Strong knowledge of MEP systems, commissioning processes, and Tier standards
• Experience with large budgets and complex multi-project portfolios
• Strong leadership, communication, and senior stakeholder management capabilities
• Experience in international and multicultural project environments
• Knowledge of German construction law and administrative procedures
• Project management certifications (PMP, PRINCE2, IPMA, or comparable) desirable
• Fluency in English; German language skills advantageous

There are many reasons to choose a job at PORR:

• Happiness – Membership in a highly motivated, collaborative team working together on challenging tasks and exciting projects
• Career – Individual training and development opportunities to support long-term professional goals
• Extras – A wide range of additional benefits and discounts enhancing both everyday work and leisure time
• Health – Regular health initiatives and comprehensive insurance coverage through PORR CARE+
• Team Spirit – Strong team cohesion through company events, networking activities, and sports events
• Job Security & Stability – A secure and stable position within a financially strong and well-established construction group
• Personal Development – Support for individual life phases, including sabbaticals and caregiving arrangements