Project Manager - Data Center Infrastructure (Dubai/Kuwait | Remote)

Olive Green Consulting; Kuwait; Remote; KWD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at the forefront of data center infrastructure development in Kuwait. This role as a Project Manager offers the opportunity to lead critical infrastructure projects, including power and water access, while collaborating with regional stakeholders. With a focus on project management and construction oversight, you will ensure compliance and drive successful project delivery. This position provides full remote flexibility, allowing you to contribute to impactful projects while managing vendor contracts and risk reporting. If you have a strong background in utilities and infrastructure, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years in Project Management focused on Construction and Infrastructure.
• Deep knowledge of GCC utility networks and permitting processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee offsite infrastructure development for data centers in Kuwait.
• Engage with contractors and government authorities for project compliance.

Skills

Project Management

GCC Utility Networks Knowledge

Construction Oversight

Vendor Coordination

Risk Reporting

Fluency in Arabic

Fluency in English

Education

PMP Certification

Engineering Background

Job description

Associate Manager @ Olive Green Consulting | HR

Job Opportunity: Project Manager (Utility | Infrastructure | Data Centers | GCC)

We are seeking a Project Manager to join our fast-moving and high-impact ELS (Energy & Location Strategy) team, supporting critical data center infrastructure development in Kuwait.

This role sits at the intersection of project management, construction oversight, and regional infrastructure delivery in building the next generation of data centers.

Role Snapshot:

Based in the UAE, delivering offsite infrastructure (power, water, road access) for 3 Data Center sites in Kuwait

Experience Required: 4 to 6 years (Construction / Infrastructure / Utilities)

Overseeing heavy civil infrastructure: substations, transmission lines, earthworks, utilities

Handling regional permitting, vendor coordination, and contract management

Language: Strong Verbal and written communication in Arabic & English

️ Aligning project delivery with long-term expansion strategy

• Coordinate the offsite development of infrastructure (power, water, road access) across 3 Kuwait data center sites.
• Engage with General Contractors, Utility Companies (MEW, DEWA, etc.), and Government Authorities.
• Drive permitting, ensure compliance, and manage vendor contracts.
• Oversee delivery of critical infrastructure: substations, transmission lines, civil works, water/wastewater access, etc.
• Provide timely risk reporting, budgeting, and milestone tracking.

Must Have Skills:

• 6–10 years in Project Management (Construction, Utilities, or Infrastructure)
• Deep knowledge of GCC utility networks and permitting processes
• UAE-based utility experience (Power, Earthworks, Water)
• Fluency in both written and verbal Arabic and English is essential to effectively manage regional stakeholders and navigate local permitting processes.
• Data Center project delivery experience (hyperscale is a huge plus)
• PMP or engineering background
• Familiarity with PPAs, interconnection, and local procurement law

Join a high-impact team driving global-scale infrastructure, with full remote flexibility and meaningful site engagement.

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