Senior Project Manager

DayOne Data Centers Ltd.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

DayOne is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead end-to-end delivery of data center construction projects, ensuring safety, on-time delivery, and budget control while maintaining top-quality standards. You will manage multidisciplinary teams across CSA, MEP, and specialty systems, coordinate with design consultants and vendors, and report progress to senior leaders.

The ideal candidate has 10–15+ years in construction project management, a bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline.
• 10–15+ years of construction project management experience.
• Proven data center or mission-critical project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead full lifecycle of data center construction projects from pre-construction through commissioning and handover.
• Develop and manage project execution plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Oversee CSA, MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing), and specialist systems installation.
• Coordinate with design consultants, general contractors, and equipment vendors.
• Ensure compliance with data center standards such as Uptime Institute Tier requirements and ASHRAE guidelines.
• Drive site progress, monitor milestones, and proactively resolve delays or issues.
• Lead risk management, change control, and value engineering initiatives.
• Oversee procurement strategy, contract administration, and cost control.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage testing and commissioning phases in collaboration with commissioning teams.
• Provide regular reporting to senior stakeholders on progress, risks, and financials.
• Lead project closeout, documentation, and client handover.

Skills

Leadership

Planning & scheduling

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Contract negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

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.

Job Summary

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading the end-to-end delivery of data center construction projects, ensuring that all works are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role manages multidisciplinary teams and contractors across civil, structural, architectural (CSA), mechanical, and electrical scopes, with a strong focus on mission-critical reliability and operational readiness.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle of data center construction projects from pre-construction through commissioning and handover
• Develop and manage project execution plans, schedules, and budgets
• Oversee CSA, MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing), and specialist systems installation
• Coordinate with design consultants, general contractors, and equipment vendors
• Ensure compliance with data center standards such as Uptime Institute Tier requirements and ASHRAE guidelines
• Drive site progress, monitor milestones, and proactively resolve delays or issues
• Lead risk management, change control, and value engineering initiatives
• Oversee procurement strategy, contract administration, and cost control
• Ensure strict adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
• Manage testing and commissioning phases in collaboration with commissioning teams
• Provide regular reporting to senior stakeholders on progress, risks, and financials
• Lead project closeout, documentation, and client handover

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline 10-15+ years of experience in construction project management Proven experience delivering large-scale data center or mission-critical projects

• Strong understanding of: Electrical systems (UPS, generators, MV/LV distribution)
• Strong understanding of: Cooling systems (chillers, CRAH/CRAC, containment)
• Strong understanding of: Redundancy design (N, N+1, 2N architectures)
• Experience managing Tier III / Tier IV facilities preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent planning, scheduling, and organizational abilities
• Deep understanding of construction sequencing and site execution
• High attention to detail with strong problem-solving capabilities
• Commercial awareness and contract negotiation skills
• Ability to operate effectively in high-pressure, fast-track environments

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

DayOne is a data center pioneer that develops and operates next-gen digital infrastructure for industry leaders who demand reliable, cost-effective and quickly scalable solutions. Our cutting-edge facilities empower hyperscalers and large enterprises to achieve rapid deployment and enhance connectivity, driving transformative engagement and innovation as we shape the future of industries.

DayOne's data centers are located across key markets, including Singapore, Johor (Malaysia), Batam (Indonesia), Greater Bangkok, Hong Kong SAR, Tokyo, and beyond. Headquartered in Singapore, DayOne's leadership team draws on over two decades of industry experience and a track record of building Asia's largest data center business. With DayOne, they have created the SIJORI (Singapore, Johor, and Riau Islands) market as a global data center hub. As demand for strategically located and customized data centers rises, DayOne's entrepreneurial spirit, customer-first strategy, deep local partnerships, and agile executional capabilities uniquely position us to power the growth ambitions of leading hyperscalers and large enterprises around the world.