Data Center Construction Project Lead

C&W SERVICES (S) PTE. LTD.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

China Construction Development (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd is hiring a Project Manager to lead data center construction projects in Kuala Lumpur. You will develop schedules, manage budgets and resources, and coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams to drive successful delivery from design through commissioning.

The role requires a strong background in MEP and ELV systems within data centers, proven leadership and stakeholder-management abilities, and a track record of meeting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 5+ years experience in managing large-scale data center, mission-critical, or industrial construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of MEP, electrical, civil, and ELV systems in data centers.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and resources for data center construction.
• Define project scope, milestones, and deliverables in alignment with business objectives.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams to ensure smooth execution.
• Oversee design, procurement, installation, testing, and commissioning phases.
• Ensure compliance with Uptime Institute, TIA-942, ASHRAE, IEEE, CIDB, BOMBA, and Suruhanjaya Tenaga regulations.
• Lead cross-functional teams including CSA, MEP, electrical, and ELV engineers.
• Manage subcontractors and vendors, ensuring work is completed as per specifications.
• Conduct regular project meetings to monitor progress and resolve challenges.
• Serve as the main point of contact for clients, regulatory authorities, and internal management.
• Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies to prevent project delays.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety regulations, quality standards, and contractual obligations.
• Conduct quality control audits, inspections, and compliance checks throughout the project.
• Supervise system integration, load testing, and commissioning of data center infrastructure.
• Ensure smooth handover of completed data centers with as-built documentation and maintenance plans.
• Collaborate with operations teams to optimize long-term facility performance and reliability.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Job description

China Construction Development (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd is hiring a Project Manager to lead data center construction projects in Kuala Lumpur. You will develop schedules, manage budgets and resources, and coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams to drive successful delivery from design through commissioning.

The role requires a strong background in MEP and ELV systems within data centers, proven leadership and stakeholder-management abilities, and a track record of meeting