Senior Project Director, Data Center Construction Indonesia

Digital Edge DC; Desa Ciranjeng; On-site; IDR 900,000,000 - 1,500,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Digital Edge DC in Indonesia is seeking an Associate Project Director to lead data center construction projects from design development through handover, ensuring safety, quality and on-time delivery within scope and budget. You will provide senior leadership over planning, contractor management and project execution.

The role requires coordinating cross‑functional teams, overseeing EPC contracts, developing master schedules and cost reports, and maintaining strong relationships with

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in construction project management, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role.
• Experience delivering large-scale construction projects and managing multiple projects or PMs.
• Strong knowledge of MEP systems, contract administration, cost control and scheduling.
• PMP or equivalent certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee data center construction projects from design development, procurement, and mobilization through construction, testing and commissioning, and handover, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Provide leadership and direction to Project Managers, Construction Managers, and site teams, setting clear targets and accountability for performance across the project portfolio.
• Oversee tendering, negotiation, and award of EPC, main contractor, and consultant contracts, and manage contract administration including variations, claims, and dispute resolution.
• Develop and control master schedules, budgets, cash flow forecasts, and cost reports, and drive value engineering to optimize cost and delivery.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Design, Procurement, Network, Operations, Sales, and external vendors to ensure construction deliverables meet technical and business requirements.
• Oversee building permits, licensing, and certification processes, and manage relationships with government authorities, landlords, utilities, and local stakeholders.
• Identify potential risks, including supply chain, schedule, and site constraints, and develop mitigation strategies to ensure smooth project execution.
• Ensure construction quality, inspection, and testing and commissioning processes meet company standards, design specifications, and industry requirements.
• Monitor project progress and provide regular performance reports and updates to the Vice President Project, senior management, and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, site safety standards, and applicable Indonesian construction and industry regulations.
• Manage project documentation including scope, schedules, reports, and change management documentation, and ensure lessons learned are captured and applied.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including design and delivery standardization, to enhance project delivery and operational efficiency.
• Actively champion and implement the organization’s policies on health & safety, environment, energy, quality, information security, and business continuity.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural/MEP/Elec Engineering or Construction Management

Master's degree (advantage)

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Digital Edge DC in Indonesia is seeking an Associate Project Director to lead data center construction projects from design development through handover, ensuring safety, quality and on-time delivery within scope and budget. You will provide senior leadership over planning, contractor management and project execution.

The role requires coordinating cross‑functional teams, overseeing EPC contracts, developing master schedules and cost reports, and maintaining strong relationships with