Director, Project Management Office

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

Job summary

A regional data center development company in Singapore is seeking a Director for its Project Management Office (PMO). This role involves overseeing the entire project lifecycle across Asia, ensuring governance and alignment among diverse teams. Candidates should have at least 10 years of experience in project management, a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, and strong leadership abilities. The position requires excellent communication skills and fluency in English, with a willingness to travel around Asia.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in project or construction management.
• Proven success in managing large-scale data center or infrastructure projects.
• 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 from planning through handover.
• Monitor project schedules and drive timely resolution to meet milestones.
• Ensure smooth transitions between project phases.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Project management tools

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management

PMP or equivalent project management certification

Tools

Project management software

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.