Responsibilities

· Develop and manage project schedules, project budget, and execution plans for hyperscale data center builds.

· Coordinate design development with architects, engineers, and consultants to ensure constructability and alignment with client requirements.

· Oversee procurement processes and ensure timely delivery of materials, equipment, and long-lead items.

· Ensure all construction works are executed in line with design specifications, industry codes, and client expectations.

· Manage the project budget and allocate financial resources effectively.

· Set clear goals for engineers, technicians, and vendors to monitor performance and foster a culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence.

· Oversee workforce planning, training, and succession planning to support both day-to-day operations and future project needs.

· Optimize workflows and resource utilization to maximize efficiency and minimize downtime.

· Identify potential risks, obstacles, and roadblocks, and develop mitigation and contingency plans.

· Lead root cause analyses, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.

· Ensure compliance with regulatory, environmental, and workplace safety standards.

· Provide regular updates on progress, risks, and milestones to senior management and clients.

· Support client onboarding, address technical concerns, and ensure a high level of client trust in service delivery.

· Track project progress against schedule, budget, and key performance indicators (KPIs).

· Conduct regular site reviews, audits, and inspections to ensure compliance with quality standards.

· Monitor vendor and contractor performance, ensuring adherence to contractual obligations.

· Implement project management tools and methodologies for efficient reporting and decision-making.

· Ensure successful completion of projects within budget, schedule, and quality expectations.

· Lead commissioning, integrated system testing (IST), and final handover to operations teams.

· Ensure thorough documentation of as-built drawings, O&M manuals, and certification records.

· Capture lessons learned to apply continuous improvement for future projects.

Requirements

· Degree/Diploma with at least 7 years of experience in project / engineering / construction management, preferably in data centre or critical environment.

· Strong understanding of engineering principles, design standards and technical specifications, with high level of accuracy and attention to detail in execution and documentation.

· Proficiency in leading team, vendors, and projects in 24/7 environment.

· Familiarity with industry standards & sustainability and energy efficiency initiatives (Uptime Tier, TIA-942, Singapore Standards, GreenMark etc.)

· Experience in Microsoft Office (Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

· Certification in workplace safety (eg. WSQ, WSH) preferred.

· Positive proactive attitude and ethical behaviour.

· Good leadership and team player with ability to work independently and resolve challenges in a fast-paced environment.

· Excellent interpersonal, communication, collaborative and people management skills.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint).