Project Manager – Northern Netherlands
Location: Eemshaven, Groningen region in Northern Netherlands. Candidates must be based within commuting distance or willing to relocate.
Schedule: Full-time, site-based role supporting ongoing data centre projects in the Northern Netherlands.
Who are we?
At Vertiv, we're on a mission to power the people and technologies that keep the world connected. From data centres to telecom networks and industrial facilities, our solutions ensure that critical systems stay online, no matter what.
With over $6.9 billion in revenue and operations spanning nearly 70 countries, Vertiv offers the stability of a global leader and the excitement of a fast-evolving industry.
About the Role
Vertiv is hiring a Project Manager to join our Benelux team, supporting one of our largest global customers on a flagship data centre programme in Eemshaven, Netherlands.
This hands-on role will see you lead the delivery of high-value projects (€20M+) across Thermal, AC Power, Switchgear, Busbar and Infrastructure Solutions, ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency from installation through to commissioning and handover.
You'll act as the on-site Vertiv representative, coordinating contractors, engineers, and internal stakeholders to deliver outstanding results for mission-critical facilities. You'll be measured on revenue forecasting accuracy, budget control, escalation management, and overall financial oversight of your projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage all phases of project delivery including planning, installation, start-up, commissioning, and testing.
- Coordinate daily activities between contractors, technical teams, and the customer.
- Own the financial and budget management of your projects, ensuring accurate revenue forecasting and cost control.
- Monitor project progress, resolve on-site issues, and ensure adherence to timelines and budgets.
- Manage escalations effectively, acting as the calm and decisive point of contact when challenges arise.
- Navigate complex stakeholder relationships with confidence, including direct engagement with demanding clients who communicate in English.
- Conduct pre-site meetings, provide technical guidance, and ensure compliance with safety procedures.
- Maintain documentation, site reports, and communication updates for stakeholders.
- Support continuous improvement and deliver exceptional customer satisfaction on all projects.
What You'll Bring
We're looking for an experienced, resilient, and proactive Project Manager who thrives in fast-paced, high-pressure technical environments. This role demands someone who handles escalations well, takes ownership, and is genuinely committed to delivering results even when things get tough.
Essential:
- Data centre experience. This is critical and non-negotiable.
- Proven track record managing high-value projects (€20M+ budgets).
- Strong financial and budget management expertise with a focus on forecasting accuracy.
- Experience managing challenging stakeholders and navigating complex client relationships.
- Technical knowledge of both Power and Thermal systems (at minimum a solid foundational understanding).
- Fluent English communication skills (the client operates in English).
- A technical qualification in Engineering or Construction Management (degree or equivalent).
- 5+ years' experience managing complex electrical, mechanical, or data centre projects.
- Ability to read technical drawings and manage multiple workstreams on site.
- Strong IT skills and proficiency with MS Office and project management tools.
- A valid driving licence and willingness to work on site in Eemshaven.
Highly Desirable:
- Dutch language skills (beneficial for day-to-day team integration).
- Experience working with Vertiv or a direct competitor in the data centre infrastructure space.
The Right Personality
This isn't a role for someone who watches the clock. We need someone with a battle-ready mentality who is energised by complexity, handles pressure with composure, and is willing to go above and beyond to make this programme a success. If you thrive when the stakes are high and difficult conversations don't faze you, this could be the perfect fit.
Work Environment
This is a hands-on role within a dynamic and fast-growing data centre region. You'll work closely with contractors and technical teams on site, ensuring that all installations meet Vertiv's standards for quality, safety, and reliability.
You'll receive full training, structured support, and access to Vertiv's global technical expertise.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- Salary of 38 hours based on our Collective Labor Agreement – Metal & Technology
- You work 40 hours per week and use this to build up ADV days
- Lease car in accordance with Vertiv Benelux B.V. Car policy + fuel card
- 8% holiday allowance
- 25 vacation days and 13 ADV days per year
- Monthly flexible allowance
- Pension with PMT
- Laptop and mobile phone for business use
- Sick leave insurance after dismissal (WIA)
- Flex income plan (1% of annual base salary for wellbeing, eco-home improvements, extra pension, or ADV payout)
Our Core Principles & Behaviours
The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principles & Behaviours to help execute our Strategic Priorities.
OUR CORE PRINCIPLES: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.
OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
- Customer Focus
- Operational Excellence
- High-Performance Culture
- Innovation
- Financial Strength
OUR BEHAVIOURS
- Own It
- Act With Urgency
- Foster a Customer-First Mindset
- Think Big and Execute
- Lead by Example
- Drive Continuous Improvement
- Learn and Seek Out Development
Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.
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Skills Required
- Data centre experience
- Proven track record managing high-value projects (€20M+ budgets)
- 5+ years' experience managing complex electrical, mechanical, or data centre projects
- Technical qualification in Engineering or Construction Management (degree or equivalent)
- Strong financial and budget management expertise with revenue forecasting accuracy
- Technical knowledge of Power and Thermal systems
- Ability to read technical drawings and manage multiple on-site workstreams
- Strong IT skills and proficiency with MS Office and project management tools
- Experience managing challenging stakeholders and complex client relationships
- Fluent English communication skills
- Valid driving licence and willingness to work on site in Eemshaven
- Dutch language skills
- Experience working with Vertiv or a direct competitor in the data centre infrastructure space
What We Do
Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to ensure its customers’ vital applications run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extends from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs approximately 20,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. For more information, and for the latest news and content from Vertiv, visit Vertiv.com.
