Deputy Project Director (Data Center Construction)

BTI Executive Search Pte Ltd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

BTI Executive Search Pte Ltd is seeking a senior Project Director to provide strategic leadership for data center construction projects. You will take accountability for delivery, performance, profitability, quality, safety and client satisfaction across all phases.

You will drive the project execution strategy, align objectives with contractual and technical requirements, and oversee risk, schedule and cost management while leading cross‑functional teams and coordinating with clients and

Qualifications

• Strategic leadership for project delivery, profitability, quality and safety.
• Ability to align objectives with contractual and technical requirements.
• Experience in coordinating design, engineering and construction teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the project execution strategy.
• Oversee master programme, milestones and progress.
• Coordinate between design, engineering and construction teams to ensure constructibility and standards.
• Manage construction activities across MEP and building works.

Skills

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Risk management

HSE compliance

Team leadership

MEP coordination

Job description

Provide overall strategic leadership and direction for the project, taking full accountability for project delivery, performance, profitability, quality, safety and client satisfaction.

Develop and implement the overall project execution strategy, ensuring alignment between project objectives, contractual requirements, technical specifications and the Group's business goals.

Oversee the master programme, key milestones, critical path and project progress, ensuring timely identification of risks, delays and recovery actions.

Lead coordination between design, engineering and construction teams, ensuring the design is constructible, compliant with project requirements and aligned with data center technical standards.

Construction & MEP Coordination

Oversee construction activities across MEP and building works, ensuring effective coordination between contractors, subcontractors and multidisciplinary project teams.

Client & Senior Stakeholder Management

Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, authorities and key stakeholders, representing PMX at senior management level and driving timely resolution of major project issues.

Commercial & Cost Management

Take overall responsibility for project commercial performance, including budgets, variations, claims, procurement, subcontractor management and cost control.

Provide leadership throughout testing and commissioning, including integrated system testing (IST), ensuring all critical systems meet performance requirements before project handover and operational readiness.

Risk, Quality & HSE Management

Establish strong governance over project risks, quality assurance and HSE performance, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, contractual obligations and industry best practices.

Team Leadership & Organizational Development

Lead and develop the project management team, establishing clear accountability and performance standards while mentoring Project Managers, Engineering Managers and other senior project personnel.