Datacenter Senior Construction Manager - Milano, Lombardia, Italy
Pubblicato il 03-08-2026 - Digital Realty Trust in Roma
Title: Senior Construction Manager – Data Center (M/F/X)Location:
Abbiategrasso
Salary Range:
85-100k euros
Your RoleAs 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
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
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and decision‑making skills
Fluent English (spoken and written)
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred)
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