Construction Manager

Construction / Installation / O&M Local Energy Infrastructures

Permanent

Full - Time

Construction Manager

Your mission

Within a Project Management Consultancy (PMC) assignment, the Construction Manager acts as the client’s on‑site representative for the construction of Data Center (DC) projects. The role is responsible for overseeing all construction activities to ensure that works are executed safely, in compliance with contractual requirements, technical specifications, quality standards, and Data Center best practices.

The Construction Manager coordinates contractors, monitors progress and quality, manages interfaces between CSA and MEP works, and supports the client in achieving schedule, cost, and performance objectives.

Are you ready to make a difference? Then we look forward to meeting you!

• Tractebel is more than a place to work. It’s your chance to evolve alongside top experts on impactful projects around the world. It’s an environment built on team spirit, where you can reach your highest potential.
• We actively support the development of our people, and the opportunities for growth within the ENGIE Group are wide open.
• We offer a competitive salary package including representation allowances, double paid holidays, meal vouchers, eco cheques, bonuses, hospitalization insurance, PC purchase plan, ENGIE stock options, and more.
• Our mobility plans are customizable to your needs, including a company car, train pass, bike lease, or combinations thereof. You can also swap your company car for the flexible and tax‑friendly Belgian Mobility Budget!
• Tractebel participates in your home office expenses, through advantageous purchase programs and generous contributions to your internet and mobile plans.
• Holidays: 32 days with opportunity to buy 5 extra days.
• To celebrate our successes, and just have fun, we get together for team sports, after works, team‑building activities, our annual party, and more.

• Represent the client on site toward contractors and subcontractors
• Monitor construction works to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, and DC standards
• Ensure contractors execute works in accordance with approved method statements and schedules

• Coordinate construction activities across multiple work packages (CSA, MEP, utilities)
• Manage interfaces between civil, structural, architectural, and MEP works
• Ensure effective sequencing and phasing of works in fast‑track DC environments

• Enforce HSE rules, client policies, and legal requirements on site
• Participate in site safety meetings, inspections, and audits
• Intervene and stop unsafe works when necessary

• Monitor quality inspections, tests, and site acceptance activities
• Ensure compliance with Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs)
• Support punch list management, snagging, and corrective actions

• Monitor construction progress against the approved schedule
• Identify delays, risks, and deviations and report to the PMC Project Manager
• Support recovery planning and mitigation actions

• Oversee construction of DC‑specific infrastructure, including Structural works and architectural envelope, Raised floors and white space preparation, Coordination of CSA works with critical MEP installations
• Ensure compliance with DC requirements related to availability, redundancy, and constructability

• Support readiness for commissioning, testing, and energization
• Coordinate site completion activities and handover preparation
• Ensure as‑built documentation and site records are completed

• Prepare site progress reports and construction status updates
• Participate in coordination meetings with the client and PMC team
• Escalate issues requiring client or management decisions

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent

• Proven experience as a Construction Manager in a PMC / Owner’s Engineer role
• Strong experience in Data Center projects is a plus
• Experie…