Construction Manager, Data Center

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in Malaysia is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee day-to-day onsite construction, quality execution, and MEP delivery for a hyperscale Data Center campus development in Malaysia. The role requires leading main contractors, coordinating with engineers and stakeholders, enforcing safety, and managing schedules and QA/QC.

6-day onsite work week; degree in Construction Management or related field; 5–10 years of hands-on CM experience; fluent in

Qualifications

• Must have hands-on construction management experience.
• Experience with ground-up site execution in data centers or similar.
• Proficient in coordinating with contractors, engineers, and authorities.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise all daily onsite construction activities, ensuring civil, structural, architectural (CSA), and MEP installation works align with design specifications.
• Serve as the primary onsite point of contact for main contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and internal project stakeholders.
• Conduct daily site walk-throughs to monitor site progress, work sequencing, structural tolerances, and safety compliance.
• Track and manage detailed baseline construction schedules (6-day work week alignment).
• Identify potential delays, bottlenecks, or site access conflicts early and implement practical recovery plans.
• Coordinate daily and weekly progress meetings with contractors to maintain milestone targets.
• Strictly enforce global EHS guidelines, local OSHA regulations, and site safety protocols to achieve a zero-harm site culture.
• Manage inspection and test plans (ITPs), perform site QA/QC inspections, and ensure non-conformance reports (NCRs) are resolved swiftly.
• Supervise testing and pre-commissioning phases for structural components, shell & core, and utility tie-ins.
• Interface with structural engineers, MEP consultants, project directors, and local authorities to resolve technical Queries / RFIs on site.
• Oversee material deliveries, heavy lifting plans, concrete pours, and site logistics to maintain a clean and efficient workspace.

Skills

Leadership

Site management

Safety compliance

English + BM

Education

Degree/Certification in Construction Management

Job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. Location: Selangor , Malaysia Work Schedule: 6-day work week (Onsite Monday – Saturday)

Construction Manager – Data Center Campus Development

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Construction Manager to oversee the day-to-day onsite construction, quality execution, and structural/MEP delivery for a hyperscale Data Center campus development in Malaysia.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise all daily onsite construction activities, ensuring civil, structural, architectural (CSA), and MEP installation works align with design specifications.
• Serve as the primary onsite point of contact for main contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and internal project stakeholders.
• Conduct daily site walk-throughs to monitor site progress, work sequencing, structural tolerances, and safety compliance.
• Track and manage detailed baseline construction schedules (6-day work week alignment).
• Identify potential delays, bottlenecks, or site access conflicts early and implement practical recovery plans.
• Coordinate daily and weekly progress meetings with contractors to maintain milestone targets.
• Strictly enforce global EHS guidelines, local OSHA regulations, and site safety protocols to achieve a zero-harm site culture.
• Manage inspection and test plans (ITPs), perform site QA/QC inspections, and ensure non-conformance reports (NCRs) are resolved swiftly.
• Supervise testing and pre-commissioning phases for structural components, shell & core, and utility tie-ins.
• Interface with structural engineers, MEP consultants, project directors, and local authorities to resolve technical Queries / Requests for Information (RFIs) on site.
• Oversee material deliveries, heavy lifting plans, concrete pours, and site logistics to maintain a clean and efficient workspace.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: 5 to 10 years of direct, hands-on construction management experience, with a heavy emphasis on ground-up site execution.
• Industry Domain: Data Center project experience is strongly preferred. Candidates with strong experience in relevant high-complexity fields (e.g., semiconductor fabs, heavy industrial plants, oil & gas, or complex infrastructure) will also be considered.
• Onsite Presence: Must have proven track record in 100% onsite role directing contractors and labor forces.
• Work Schedule: Must be willing and fully committed to working a 6-day work week schedule.
• Education: Degree / Certification in Construction Management, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.

Key Competencies & Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of building codes, local authority regulations (JKKP/DOSH, bomba, municipal council), and structural/MEP standards in Malaysia.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving under pressure, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Fluent in English and Bahasa Malaysia (both written and spoken) to manage local site sub-contractors and international clients effectively.

Location: On-site –Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

About JLL

For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE: JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage and invest in a variety of commercial, industrial, hotel, residential and retail properties. A Fortune 500 company with operations in over 80 countries around the world, our employees bring the power of a global platform combined with local expertise. Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAYSM. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit jll.com.