Head of Design (Singapore, Data Centers)

LVI Associates; Singapore; On-site; SGD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

LVI Associates Singapore is seeking a Head of Design (Data Centers) to lead end-to-end delivery of major data centre developments, from feasibility through commissioning and readiness for operation. You will develop technical strategies and roadmaps, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and ensure design standards, governance and compliance.

The role demands strong leadership, extensive experience with critical infrastructure systems, and the ability to manage multiple international projects in a

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline.
• Significant experience leading design and delivery of large-scale data centre projects.
• Proven track record managing complex projects from planning to operation.
• Strong understanding of critical infrastructure systems and commissioning.
• Knowledge of industry standards and cost management principles.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of major data centre developments from feasibility to operation.
• Develop technical strategies and roadmaps aligned with objectives.
• Coordinate design teams across architecture, engineering, building systems, and security.
• Establish design standards, governance, and compliance.
• Identify opportunities to improve energy efficiency, resilience and performance.
• Provide leadership during construction, testing, and handover.
• Manage regulatory approvals and stakeholder engagement throughout lifecycle.
• Collaborate with consultants, contractors, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Build and mentor design delivery teams with scalable processes.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Cross-functional coordination

Regulatory knowledge

Cost management

Design delivery

Education

Engineering or Architecture degree

Job description

Position Title: Head of Design (Data Centers)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of major data centre developments, from feasibility studies and planning through to commissioning and readiness for operation.
• Develop technical strategies, infrastructure concepts, and project roadmaps that align with business and operational objectives.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary design teams across architecture, engineering, building systems, security, and other critical functions.
• Establish and maintain design standards, governance processes, and compliance requirements to ensure quality, reliability, and consistency.
• Identify opportunities to improve energy efficiency, resilience, performance, and long-term operational effectiveness.
• Lead technical reviews, value engineering initiatives, cost optimisation efforts, and procurement support activities.
• Provide technical leadership during construction, testing, commissioning, and project handover phases.
• Manage regulatory approvals, stakeholder engagement, and compliance processes throughout the project lifecycle.
• Partner with consultants, contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to deliver projects successfully and efficiently.
• Build, mentor, and lead design delivery teams while implementing scalable processes and best practices.

Key Requirements

• Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline.
• Significant experience leading the design and delivery of large-scale data centre or mission-critical infrastructure projects.
• Proven track record managing complex projects from planning and design through to commissioning and operational handover.
• Strong understanding of critical infrastructure systems, including electrical, mechanical, cooling, fire protection, building management, and integrated technology systems.
• Knowledge of industry standards, regulatory requirements, commissioning practices, and cost management principles.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced, international environment.

Contact: Theodora Po (Lic. No R22107740 / EA No. 16S8194)