Associate Director, Data Center Projects & Construction

Singtel Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Nxera is seeking an Associate Director, Project & Construction Management to lead data center developments in the region. You will drive project execution from concept through commissioning, coordinating Engineering Solution, Energy & Sustainability, and DC Operations to meet timelines and budget.

The role requires a track record in large-scale DC development, strong leadership, and English communication. We value sustainable design and effective risk management in a fast-growing DC operator.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in data center engineering, project management or construction management.
• Experience with green and/or brown field data center development.
• LEED accredited professional or similar sustainability credential preferred.
• Strong leadership and problem-solving capabilities with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage new Data Center project execution for regional green or brown field projects.
• Lead end-to-end project initiation, planning, and execution.
• Develop project master program, charter and processes.
• Sourcing specialists to join the delivery team and ensure fit-for-purpose expertise.
• Translate business requirements into executable project deliverables.
• Oversee budgets, cashflow, and spending within approved limits.
• Lead tendering and procurement processes; report progress to management.
• Ensure lifecycle delivery from concept to commissioning on time and within budget.

Skills

Data center engineering

Project management

Construction management

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

English proficiency

EHS compliance

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management or Architecture

Job description

Nxera is seeking an Associate Director, Project & Construction Management to lead data center developments in the region. You will drive project execution from concept through commissioning, coordinating Engineering Solution, Energy & Sustainability, and DC Operations to meet timelines and budget.

The role requires a track record in large-scale DC development, strong leadership, and English communication. We value sustainable design and effective risk management in a fast-growing DC operator.