Data Centre Mechanical Package Manager

Always wanted to challenge the obvious and make great things happen? At Goodman we create space for your greatness.

Our organization is a dynamic and innovative real estate company, serving as both a developer and investor with a primary focus on logistics real estate. We are expanding our portfolio to include cutting-edge data centre development projects and are therefore seeking experienced data centre professionals.

Goodman is seeking an experienced Mechanical Package Manager   (based in Amsterdam) to join our Data Centre project team. In this role, you will take end-to-end ownership of the mechanical package, leading design coordination, procurement, contract management, construction, commissioning and handover of critical systems, including HVAC and cooling infrastructure. Working closely with the Project Lead, you will ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards, while promoting a safety-first culture and achieving Goodman’s ambition of zero accidents on site.

More concretely, this means you will get the opportunity to:

Design support:

• Review and comment on all design information in collaboration with the Goodman engineering team to ensure it is buildable, commissionable, and compliant with Goodman’s requirements and those of the end-user.
• Work with the Design Team and contractors to identify any design optimisation, and pre-fabrication opportunities.
• Provide input to early development stage activities (securing land, power, and permits) for new or potential site acquisitions, including risk management from conception to project completion.
• Support value engineering and optimisation initiatives and deploy them across all projects.

Procurement:

• Collaborate with the Project Lead and Goodman programme team on the procurement strategy and process.
• Fully review and evaluate general contractors and sub-contractor mechanical package(s) and/or equipment package(s) tender returns.
• Manage all aspects of the mechanical  package, including contractor design, procurement, contract governance, pre-construction, mobilization, commercial aspects, and delivery through to handover with a defect-free ambition.
• Undertake robust weekly audits of submitted method statements and risk assessments.
• Ensure all reports and information defined in the general contractor's contract documentation are issued within stipulated timeframes.
• Assist with the preparation of all schedules, understanding critical path activities, system constraints, and interdependencies associated with your package responsibility.
• Ensure the schedule is maintained and proactively address any delays or slips, advising the Project Lead promptly.
• Ensure all works undertaken on-site are performed safely. Conduct weekly health & safety tours and record all identified issues on the Project H&S tool.

Quality Assurance QC & Commissioning:

• Assist with all aspects of quality audit associated with your mechanical package responsibility.
• Collaborate with internal and external commissioning teams to ensure systems associated with your package responsibility are reviewed, completed, and available for commissioning.
• Ensure each handover date or area completion is achieved defect and snag-free.
• Ensure works are completed on time and include defect and snagging clearance.
• Ensure that handover documents are complete and meet the required standards

Do you recognize yourself?

• Significant experience (minimum 5 years) in delivering general contractor or developer roles for DC Development projects. Experience in managing complex projects would be a plus
• Proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget with exemplary safety, quality, and sustainability records.
• Strong leadership, and decision-making skills as well as excellent communication abilities
• Degree or equivalent in Construction Project Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field.
• Applicable Safety for Managers training.

How will we reward you?

At Goodman, we know that our people are the driving force behind our success. That’s why we offer a competitive total reward package and a range of benefits, including:  

• Competitive fixed compensation 
• Annual discretionary bonus scheme 
• Eligibility to participate in Goodman’s share scheme (if applicable) 
• Electric company car with a European charging card, or car allowance 
• Continuous learning and development opportunities 
• Flexible working arrangements (one day of working from home per week) 
• A collaborative culture supported by team events and social activities 
• An ergonomic workplace in our state-of-arts offices
• Additional country-specific benefits

Not sure if you fit the profile? Let’s find out together!

About Goodman

But first, let us introduce ourselves a little more:  

Goodman Group develops, owns and manages the infrastructure that keeps goods moving and data flowing. We build and operate logistics facilities and data centres in strategic locations across the world. Together with leading institutional investors, we invest in and manage these assets to support long-term growth and the digital economy

Goodman operates in key consumer markets in 15 countries across Asia Pacific, Europe and the Americas. We are the largest property group listed on the Australian Securities Exchange and invest significantly alongside our capital partners in our investment Partnerships. Our Continental European headquarter is based in Belgium and we are active in 7 European countries, including offices in Amsterdam, Brussels, Düsseldorf, Hamburg, Frankfurt, Luxembourg, Madrid, Barcelona, Milan and Paris. 

Our culture is based on collaboration, ownership and a mindset of seizing the opportunity. We take ownership of our decisions, work together to achieve shared success, an create an environment where everyone is empowered to learn, grow and have impact. 

Building for the future

Building and operating essential infrastructure comes with a real environmental impact. At Goodman, we don't shy away from that. We see it as a responsibility we owe to the generations who'll come after us, and as an opportunity to keep doing better, project after project. In practice, that means taking a long-term view of how what we build holds up over time, and building teams where different perspectives are genuinely valued. Because words only carry us so far, what counts is what actually gets achieved. It's an ongoing effort, made of small decisions as much as big ones, and one where the right people can push what's possible even further.