Senior Project Manager

DayOne; Johor; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data center company in Malaysia is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the planning, design, and construction of data center facilities. The ideal candidate will have 5–10+ years of experience in project management and a strong background in mechanical and electrical construction. This role offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to a dynamic team in a fast-growing industry.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of project management experience, ideally in data center or critical infrastructure environments.
• Proven experience managing large-scale construction projects with mechanical and electrical complexity.
• PMP or equivalent certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end data center construction projects from initiation through commissioning and handover.
• Develop detailed project scopes, budgets, schedules, and resource plans.
• Manage internal teams, external vendors, contractors, engineers, and consultants.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Organizational skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM

Job description

Join DayOne – Shaping the Future of Data Infrastructure

DayOne is a global leader in the development and operation of high-performance data centers. As one of the fastest-growing companies in the industry, we’ve built a robust presence across Asia and Europe — and we’re just getting started.

As we expand into new international markets, we’re looking for talented, driven individuals to join us on this exciting journey. This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to be a key contributor to our dynamic team and help shape the future of global data infrastructure.

If you're passionate about innovation, technology, and growth, we invite you to be part of DayOne’s next chapter.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the planning, design, and construction of mission‑critical data center facilities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction project management within high‑availability environments. You will be responsible for delivering data center projects on time, within scope and budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end data center construction projects from initiation through commissioning and handover.
• Develop detailed project scopes, budgets, schedules, and resource plans.
• Manage internal teams, external vendors, contractors, engineers, and consultants.
• Monitor construction progress, ensuring adherence to design specifications, codes, and standards.
• Ensure all permitting, inspections, and regulatory requirements are met.
• Track and report on project milestones, deliverables, and risk factors.
• Oversee quality control, health and safety, and change management processes.
• Manage financial tracking, budget adherence, and cost optimization.
• Coordinate commissioning and integration of electrical, mechanical, and IT systems.
• Ensure project documentation, closeout reports, and handover to operations are completed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• 5–10+ years of project management experience, ideally in data center or critical infrastructure environments.
• Proven experience managing large-scale construction projects with mechanical and electrical complexity.
• PMP, or equivalent certification preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of tools like MS Project, Primavera P6, AutoCAD/Revit, and BIM.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

DayOne is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you're ready to grow with one of the fastest-moving companies in the data center industry, apply now and be part of our global journey.