AwSV Expert (MCF/ Data Centres)

As data centres power the global digital transformation, sustainable and compliant water management is essential to their success. Joining Haskoning’s leading MCF Data Centre team as an AwSV Expert, you will take ownership of AwSV, WHG and water permitting for complex projects with major international clients. This is your opportunity to turn regulation into practical design solutions and shape the next generation of safe, sustainable data centres.

As an Environmental Specialist with a focus on AwSV , you will be Haskoning’s internal expert on water related compliance for complex data centre projects. You will interpret German environmental regulations and translate them into practical, compliant and buildable design solutions. Working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, authorities and external experts, you will guide environmental topics from early design through permitting and project delivery. Your responsibilities will also include: Reviewing technical designs for fuel storage and refuelling systems, glycol and cooling systems, drainage, infiltration and firefighting water retention Supporting permitting processes , including AwSV notifications, Eignungsfeststellung and drainage or infiltration submissions Coordinating with water authorities and preparing clear technical input to support discussions, reviews and regulatory approvals Collaborating with external Sachverständige and Gutachter to ensure that designs, documentation and expert assessments remain aligned Managing environmental compliance throughout the project , identifying potential risks early, proposing practical solutions and ensuring that all actions and requirements are tracked through to completion

You are a structured and pragmatic professional who can turn complex regulations into clear, buildable solutions. You communicate confidently across multidisciplinary teams, take ownership of compliance topics and drive them through to completion. In addition, you possess the following qualifications: A degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering or a related discipline , providing the technical foundation to assess environmental design challenges Experience in environmental permitting, water management or infrastructure design , enabling you to guide projects through regulatory processes Familiarity with AwSV and WHG , essential for ensuring compliant storage, drainage and water management solutions Experience with industrial or other large scale developments , allowing you to work effectively within complex multidisciplinary projects Fluent German and good working English , required for communication with authorities, experts, clients and international project teams

At Haskoning, we believe that the well-being of our employees is essential to our shared success. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both your professional development and personal well-being.

A solid foundation: A competitive base salary (€ 4,173 – € 7,808 gross per month based on a full-time workweek) aligned with your skills and experience and with annual increases. Prioritisation of your well-being : by offering flexibility, support and a strong sense of community to ensure work and personal life go hand in hand. Development opportunities: A wide range of training and development programs, including tailored learning paths, learning weeks, and various knowledge-sharing groups. Informal and inclusive culture: A welcoming and open environment where people come first, diversity is embraced, team spirit is high, and everyone is approachable. And with voluntary social and sports activities, and employee networks such as Pride and Young Haskoning. A workplace in our office in Frankfurt a.M.

At Haskoning, you join an independent, employee-owned international consultancy combining engineering, design, and technology. Guided by our mission Enhancing Society Together , you’ll work on meaningful, challenging projects that create real impact. You'll do this together with 6,800 colleagues across 25+ countries and backed by over 140 years of expertise. Want to know more? Visit our about us page . As our new AwSV Expert (MCF/ Data Centres) you will become part of the team Mission Critical Facilities. Our global Mission Critical Facilities (MCF) team provides a multidisciplinary package of consultancy services for our datacenter clients. We provide strategic, tactical, and operational advice to our clients, including colocation datacentres, internet service providers, and telecom companies. Our team consists of colleagues with all kinds of different expertise. For example, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, construction, civil, structure, building, architecture, fire safety, control engineering, and security technology. Together we use our knowledge and expertise to develop integrated designs for Data Centres. Curious about our work? Here you will find examples of some our projects. You will join a leading market and work with a dedicated and passionate team ranked as one of the best Data Centre design & engineering tea