Associate Director, Project & Construction Management.

Singtel Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Nxera is seeking an Associate Director to lead regional data center projects from inception through commissioning, with a focus on sustainability and efficient delivery. You will drive cross-functional collaboration across engineering, sustainability, and operations to ensure on-time, within-budget outcomes.

The role demands extensive experience in data center development, strong leadership and English communication, and the ability to manage complex budgets and risk across brownfield and

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of data center engineering or construction management experience.
• Bachelor degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management or Architecture.
• LEED accredited professional preferred.
• Experience with green or brown field data center projects.
• Strong leadership and team skills.
• Excellent English communication and attention to detail.
• Strong cost control and financial knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Manage new Data Center project execution for regional green and/or brown field projects.
• Oversee end-to-end project initiation, planning, and delivery.
• Develop project master programs, charters, and set up project processes.
• Lead cross-functional teams in development and engineering of new data center projects.
• Ensure compliance with local codes, industry standards, and environmental regulations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage project budgets, cash flow, and funding within approved limits.
• Lead tendering, procurement, and governance processes.
• Coordinate with Engineering Solutions, Energy & Sustainability, and DC Operation colleagues.
• Monitor risk, schedule, and performance metrics.
• Oversee safety and EHS compliance on site.
• Travel internationally as needed for project development.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Risk management

Budget control

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

LEED accredited professional

Job description

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Associate Director, Project & Construction Management.

Passionate about making a real impact? Join our team at Nxera to unfold the new era! Be at the forefront of the data centre (DC) industry with a unique focus on sustainability, connectivity and AI which sets us apart as the next generation DC operator. You will also get to gain invaluable experience in a fast-growing industry that is powering the digitalisation wave. Be empowered to co-create the future with our dynamic teams.

Make an Impact by

• Manage new Data Center project execution for Regional green and/or brown field projects
• Execute end to end project initiation process
• Development of project master program, project charter and set up project processes
• Sourcing for suitable specialist and subject matter experts to be part of project delivery team.
• Translate business requirement/plan into executable project deliverables
• Prepare project budget capital funding, manage approved project capital funding cashflow and spending within approved budgets.
• Lead project tender and administration processes
• Timely and accurately reporting of project progress and expenditure to management
• Oversee the entire project lifecycle, from conceptual design through construction and commissioning, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery.
• Develop project timelines, resource allocation plans, and risk management strategies.
• Day to day construction oversight to ensure the project is executed complying with EHS requirement.
• Assist in researching new technologies that could apply to new DC or to enhance current DC
• Knowledgeable in various M&E critical systems (e.g. UPS, Generator, Chiller, Cooling Tower) requirement including testing and commissioning (i.e. FAT, SAT, IST)
• Lead cross-functional teams in the development and engineering of new data center projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and strategic initiatives.
• Liaise with Engineering Solution, Energy & Sustainability and DC Operation colleagues for project requirements.
• Define and implement best practices, standards, and processes for data center design and development.
• Oversee to ensure Environment, Safety and Occupational Health implementation by project contractors.
• Ability in reading design and construction drawings for all fields (Architectural, Structural, M&E, etc.)
• Collaborate with engineering teams to create innovative designs for electrical, mechanical, and structural systems that meet operational needs and efficiency targets.
• Ensure compliance with respective country local codes, industry standards, and environmental regulations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversea travel & long stay to support project development when required.

Skills for Success

• Minimum 10 years of relevant work experience in data center engineering, project management or construction management with proven track records in green and/or brown field data center projects.
• Bachelor degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management or Architecture.
• Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale data center development projects from inception to completion.
• Preferable with LEED accredited professional.
• Familiar with Data Center risk redundancy configurations and requirement
• Familiar in Energy & Sustainability certifications requirement (i.e. LEEDs, Green mark)
• Possess good leadership, team player and good problem-solving skills.
• Resourceful and excellent problem-solving skills, timely escalation to superior.
• Possess good communication skills in English and with attention to detail
• Good communication in English and negotiation skills
• Good financial knowledge to oversee project cost control and management
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and motivate teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to risk management.