Data Center Project Manager

Businesslist; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Career progression opportunities

Leadership role with significant ownership

Job summary

Businesslist in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced project manager to lead high-impact data centre projects across Asia Pacific. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and a minimum of 10 years of project management experience in data centre or MEP construction.

The successful candidate will oversee project execution, manage risks, and maintain strong client relationships while guiding cross-functional teams. Leadership skills and proficiency in project management tools are essential.

The position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of project management experience in data centres or MEP construction.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification preferred.
• Proven track record in managing large project teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead project execution aligned with scope, budget, schedule, and quality.
• Manage risks and ensure project milestones are achieved.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships for high satisfaction.

Skills

Project management expertise

Data centre facility systems knowledge

Leadership skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Project

Familiarity with local construction regulations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera

MS Office Suite

Job description

Responsibilities

• Participate in pre-sales activities including bidding, solution design, and contract negotiation to ensure delivery feasibility.
• Manage project execution aligned with defined scope, budget, schedule, and quality standards.
• Identify and mitigate risks while ensuring project objectives and milestones are achieved.
• Drive project profitability through effective cost, change, and resource management.
• Establish governance frameworks and reporting structures for internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain strong client relationships and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Lead and manage cross-functional teams, subcontractors, and consultants throughout project delivery.
• Build team capability through mentoring, coaching, and structured knowledge transfer initiatives.
• Oversee data centre facility systems including electrical, cooling, security, fire protection, and building management systems.
• Travel across Asia Pacific to manage project delivery, with assignments typically ranging from 1 to 2 years.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of project management experience in data centre or MEP construction projects.
• Strong understanding of data centre facility systems (electrical, cooling, BMS, fire protection, security).
• Proven track record in managing large project teams (20-30 members) and coordinating with main contractors.
• Strong project management expertise across scope, cost, schedule, procurement, and quality management.
• Familiarity with Malaysia's local construction regulations and compliance requirements.
• Proficient in project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera, and MS Office suite.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification is highly preferred.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
• Willingness to travel frequently across the region (e.g. Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia).

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to lead high-impact data centre projects across Asia Pacific
• Regional exposure with long-term project assignments
• Leadership role with strong ownership of delivery and financial outcomes
• Competitive compensation and career progression opportunities

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