Manager, Technical Solutions & Delivery (Data Centres)

anter recruitment pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Anter Recruitment Pte. Ltd. in Singapore is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead data centre fit-out and A&A projects from initiation to completion.

You will manage the full lifecycle, coordinate engineering and operations teams, and guide RFI/RFP responses, budgets and schedules. This onsite role requires strong leadership, financial acumen, and ability to work with clients and contractors to deliver safe, compliant facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Architecture, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of project or construction management experience in live data centre environments.
• Strong leadership, teamwork and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent English communication and negotiation abilities.
• Solid financial acumen with cost control and budget management experience.
• Willing to be site-based and engage with clients on technical matters.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; AutoCAD familiarity is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of data centre fit-out and A&A projects from initiation through completion.
• Manage the full project lifecycle, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and close-out.
• Respond to customer technical RFIs and support RFP submissions with accurate cost estimates and solution proposals.
• Develop project master schedules, project charters, and establish governance and delivery processes.
• Identify and engage specialist contractors, consultants, and subject matter experts to support project delivery.
• Provide initial design concepts and technical solutions prior to consultant engagement.
• Translate business requirements into actionable project plans and deliverables.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, including capital funding, cost tracking, and cash flow management within approved limits.
• Lead tender processes, including drafting scopes of work (SOW), technical specifications, and contract administration.
• Provide timely and accurate reporting on project progress, risks, and financial status to stakeholders.
• Prepare sourcing recommendations and approval documentation.
• Ensure compliance with data centre redundancy standards, risk mitigation strategies, and operational requirements.
• Oversee daily construction activities to ensure adherence to safety (EHS), quality, schedule, and cost objectives.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations across all project phases.
• Coordinate closely with Engineering, Operations, and Sustainability teams to align project requirements.
• Review and interpret architectural, structural, and M&E drawings to ensure design intent and execution accuracy.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving capabilities and escalate issues appropriately when necessary.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

English communication

Financial acumen

Problem solving

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management/PM/Architecture

CDCP/CDCS or equivalent certifications

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Cost estimation software

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of data centre fit-out and A&A projects from initiation through completion.
• Manage the full project lifecycle, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and close-out.
• Respond to customer technical RFIs and support RFP submissions with accurate cost estimates and solution proposals.
• Develop project master schedules, project charters, and establish governance and delivery processes.
• Identify and engage specialist contractors, consultants, and subject matter experts to support project delivery.
• Provide initial design concepts and technical solutions prior to consultant engagement.
• Translate business requirements into actionable project plans and deliverables.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, including capital funding, cost tracking, and cash flow management within approved limits.
• Lead tender processes, including drafting scopes of work (SOW), technical specifications, and contract administration.
• Provide timely and accurate reporting on project progress, risks, and financial status to stakeholders.
• Prepare sourcing recommendations and approval documentation.
• Ensure compliance with data centre redundancy standards, risk mitigation strategies, and operational requirements.
• Oversee daily construction activities to ensure adherence to safety (EHS), quality, schedule, and cost objectives.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations across all project phases.
• Coordinate closely with Engineering, Operations, and Sustainability teams to align project requirements.
• Review and interpret architectural, structural, and M&E drawings to ensure design intent and execution accuracy.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving capabilities and escalate issues appropriately when necessary.

Technical Expertise

• Strong knowledge of mission-critical M&E systems, including UPS, generators, chillers, and cooling towers.
• Familiarity with testing and commissioning processes such as FAT, SAT, and IST.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in project or construction management, with proven experience in live data centre environments.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Architecture, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CDCP, CDCS, or equivalent are preferred.
• Strong leadership, teamwork, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities in English.
• Solid financial acumen with experience in project cost control and budget management.
• Willingness to be site-based and actively monitor on-ground progress while engaging with clients on technical matters.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with AutoCAD is advantageous.