Data Center Network Design Subject Matter Expert

Facility Performance Consulting Limited; Singapore; Remote; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm is seeking a Data Center Network Design Subject Matter Expert (SME) based in Singapore. This role involves leading design governance and ensuring compliance with technical standards in hyperscale data center projects. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Engineering or Telecommunications, proven success in data center design, and strong skills in telecom systems. Flexible working arrangements and a competitive salary are offered.

Benefits

Flexible & Hybrid Working Model

Comprehensive Family Health Insurance

Flexible Holidays

Competitive Compensation & Annual Bonus

Professional Development & Learning Opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven success in campus-scale planning and design from concept through IFC.
• Strong foundation in hyperscale telecoms fiber and network design.
• Hands-on experience with Inside Plant systems and civil design integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead design governance and ensure compliance with standards.
• Oversee document control for Telecoms design.
• Serve as primary PoC for Project Managers across design and execution.
• Coordinate design reviews and issue closure.

Skills

Data Center Experience

Telecoms & Network Infrastructure Expertise

BIM & IFC Review Skills

Collaboration with multiple disciplines

Digital Tools & Governance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering Telecommunications or related field

Job description

We are seeking a Data Center Network Design Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead end-to-end design governance across hyperscale data center projects.

As the Principal SME for Network Infrastructure you will ensure technical excellence standards compliance and construction readiness through structured digital workflows and proactive stakeholder collaboration.

Operating at the intersection of design execution and technology innovation you will drive consistency quality and efficiency throughout the full project lifecycle from campus planning through IFC and project closeout shaping the future of digital infrastructure delivery.

Key Responsibilities

1. Governance Standards & Quality Assurance

Lead design governance to ensure full compliance with technical and organizational standards.

Manage relevant design trackers raising reviewing and closing all design issues deviations and clarifications.

De-risk design delivery to achieve zero-impact issues at the Issued for Construction (IFC) stage.

Escalate non-compliant designs and drive corrective actions in line with the agreed standard.

Monitor and report on phase gate KPIs to ensure timely high-quality design progression.

2. Digital Design Management CC Platform

Maintain full ownership of the Construction Cloud (CC) environment for Telecoms.

Oversee document control verifying submittals managing transmittals and ensuring version control integrity.

Guarantee design documentation (30% 65% 95% IFC) is complete compliant and properly transmitted.

3. Project Lifecycle & Stakeholder Engagement

Serve as the primary Point of Contact (PoC) for Project Managers across design and execution.

Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders to align on network security and constructability.

Onboard new Execution PMs deliver design briefings and support project lifecycle queries.

Capture lessons learned through to continuously improve standards.

4. Phase Gate Management

Oversee design development from Kick-Off to IFC ensuring full compliance with time and quality metrics.

Coordinate schematic and detailed design reviews technical clarifications and issue closure.

Approve final documentation and manage design closeout ensuring zero open issues at IFC.

Qualifications

Data Center Experience : Proven success in campus-scale planning and design from concept through IFC and operations.

Telecoms & Network Infrastructure Expertise : Strong foundation in hyperscale telecoms fiber and network design.

ISP & Civils Infrastructure : Hands‑on experience with Inside Plant (ISP) systems POEs and civil design integration.

Underground Trenching : Knowledge of UG trenching layouts pathways and utility coordination.

BIM & IFC Review Skills : Proficiency in reviewing and coordinating BIM / IFC documentation within CC or similar CDEs.

Localization & Design Adaptation : Ability to deliver globally consistent yet locally compliant telecom designs.

Hyperscale Fiber Networks : Demonstrated experience with fiber backbone distribution and access‑layer design.

Collaboration

Skilled in working with Architecture Civil Electrical Security and IT disciplines to ensure design integrity.

Digital Tools & Governance

Familiar with various design governance platforms.

Education

Bachelors degree in Engineering Telecommunications or related field; advanced certifications or equivalent experience preferred.

Additional Information

Location

This position can be based in India or Singapore and will involve remote work with travel to customer sites when required including locations across the APAC region and other global sites as project needs dictate.

What We Offer

At FPC Global we value our people as our greatest strength. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to reward performance support wellbeing and promote growth.

Our benefits include

• Flexible & Hybrid Working Model empowering you to balance work and life effectively.
• Comprehensive Family Health Insurance ensuring the wellbeing of you and your loved ones.
• Flexible Holidays supporting rest balance and personal priorities.
• Competitive Compensation & Annual Discretionary Bonus Scheme recognizing your impact and achievements.
• Professional Development & Learning Opportunities enabling continuous growth through access to training certifications and career advancement programs.

Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full-time

Key Skills

Databases, System Design, Cybersecurity, System Architecture, Intelligence Experience, Military Experience, Requirements Gathering, Joint Operations, Curriculum Development, DoD Experience, FISMA, Ant

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1