AI Data Centre Project Director - High-Impact Lead

EVENT SYSTEMATIC SDN BHD; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

EVENT SYSTEMATIC SDN BHD is seeking an experienced Project Manager or Project Director to lead the NNDC-II data centre development in Cyberjaya, coordinating design, procurement, construction, testing and handover with local and international consultants, contractors and suppliers.

The role requires strong leadership of design coordination, procurement, and commissioning for a high-density AI computing data centre, including liquid cooling and Tier III objectives.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a relevant discipline.
• Typical 10+ years for Project Manager; 15+ years for Project Director.
• Proven data centre construction experience with M&E coordination and testing/commissioning.
• Knowledge of critical power, UPS, generators, cooling systems; liquid cooling is advantageous.
• Strong planning, contract administration, cost control, and multidisciplinary team leadership.
• Good English; Bahasa Malaysia & Mandarin advantageous; PMP certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage project scope, budget, programme, quality, safety and milestones; report progress and risks to senior management.
• Coordinate architects, engineers, main contractor, subcontractors and equipment suppliers across civil, structural, architectural and M&E packages.
• Review designs and technical submissions against customer requirements, constructability, operating needs and approved specifications.
• Coordinate utility connections and authority approvals through the appointed consultants and relevant parties.
• Manage tender evaluations, procurement schedules, long-lead equipment, variations, payment recommendations and cost forecasts.
• Oversee installation, liquid-cooling integration, commissioning, integrated systems testing, defect resolution and customer handover.

Skills

Project management

Contract administration

Cost control

Multidisciplinary team management

English communication

Education

Engineering degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Civil or Construction Management

Job description

EVENT SYSTEMATIC SDN BHD is seeking an experienced Project Manager or Project Director to lead the NNDC-II data centre development in Cyberjaya, coordinating design, procurement, construction, testing and handover with local and international consultants, contractors and suppliers.

The role requires strong leadership of design coordination, procurement, and commissioning for a high-density AI computing data centre, including liquid cooling and Tier III objectives.