Director, Project Management office (PMO)

EMPYRION DC PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure firm in Singapore is seeking a Director for their Project Management Office across Asia. This role will include leading the regional project management, ensuring governance, cross-functional alignment, and overseeing the project lifecycle from planning through execution. Candidates should have at least 10 years of experience in project management, particularly in data center or infrastructure projects, and possess strong leadership and communication skills. This position requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and PMP certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in project or construction management, with regional exposure.
• Proven success in managing large-scale data center or infrastructure projects.
• Excellent communication skills; fluency in English required.

Responsibilities

• Implement standardized project management practices across the team.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to maintain strategic alignment.
• Lead end-to-end project delivery ensuring operational readiness.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Project management tools

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline

PMP or equivalent project management certification

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking a strategic and execution-focused Director, Project Management Office (PMO) to lead its regional project management office across Asia. This role acts as the central orchestrator across all data center development projects, ensuring governance, cross-functional alignment, and timely delivery. You will oversee the full project lifecycle—from pre-construction planning through execution and operational handover—while enabling diverse teams to collaborate effectively toward shared outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement standardized project management practices across the team to ensure consistent execution, reporting, and compliance.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams (M&A, Design, Construction, Operations, Procurement, Finance, Legal) to maintain strategic alignment and seamless collaboration.
• Lead end-to-end project delivery from planning through handover, ensuring operational readiness and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Facilitate structured communication and decision-making across internal teams and external partners.
• Monitor project schedules, identify risks, and drive timely resolution to meet critical milestones.
• Deliver concise, insight-driven updates to senior leadership for strategic visibility and informed decision-making.
• Continuously refine project workflows, tools, and documentation to enhance efficiency and scalability.
• Oversee external vendors and contractors to ensure quality, compliance, and timely execution.
• Ensure smooth transitions between project phases with clear documentation and handoffs.
• Support budget tracking and cost control across all stages of project execution.
• Champion project governance, risk management, and continuous improvement across Asia project sites.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline
• PMP or equivalent project management certification preferred
• Minimum 10 years of experience in project or construction management, with regional exposure
• Proven success in managing large-scale data center or infrastructure projects
• Strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and risk management capabilities
• Proficiency in project management tools and reporting systems
• Excellent communication skills; fluency in English required.
• Willingness to travel across Asia and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and matrixed environment.