Project Manager - Data Center

Currie & Brown; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major data centre projects

Career progression

Exposure to high-value projects

Job summary

Currie & Brown Singapore is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead end-to-end delivery of data centre fit-out and construction projects from planning through handover. You will manage multidisciplinary engineering and construction teams, develop execution plans, schedules, budgets, procurement strategies, and ensure delivery complies with Singapore standards.

The role requires strong leadership, risk management, and stakeholder engagement to meet client requirements and drive safe,

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Building Services Engineering or related discipline.
• Proven experience managing data centre construction and/or fit-out projects.
• Strong understanding of data centre MEP systems and critical infrastructure.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering and construction teams.
• Demonstrated experience in project planning, scheduling, cost control, procurement, commissioning and handover.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of data centre fit-out and construction projects from pre-construction through completion and handover.
• Develop and manage project execution plans, programmes, budgets, procurement strategies and delivery schedules.
• Monitor progress against programme, cost, quality and contractual requirements.
• Identify risks, develop mitigations and resolve issues affecting delivery.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and vendors to ensure seamless execution.
• Ensure interfaces between systems and trades are effectively managed throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Cost control

QA/QC

HSE management

Education

Engineering degree (Electrical / Mechanical / Civil / Building Services)

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of data centre fit-out and construction projects in Singapore. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing projects from planning and pre-construction through execution, commissioning, and handover, ensuring delivery to programme, budget, quality, and safety requirements.

An engineering background is preferred, with candidates expected to have strong hands-on experience delivering data centre fit-out projects and managing multidisciplinary engineering and construction teams.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Management

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of data centre fit-out and construction projects from pre-construction through completion and handover.
• Develop and manage project execution plans, programmes, budgets, procurement strategies, and delivery schedules.
• Monitor project progress against programme, cost, quality, and contractual requirements.
• Identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and proactively resolve issues affecting project delivery.
• Manage project changes, variations, claims, and commercial matters in coordination with the relevant teams.
• Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with client requirements, contractual obligations, and applicable Singapore standards and regulations.
• Manage the fit-out and installation of critical data centre infrastructure and associated building services.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary works including electrical, mechanical, HVAC, BMS, fire protection, ELV, security, controls, and architectural/fit-out packages.
• Oversee installation, testing, commissioning, integrated systems testing (IST), and final handover activities.
• Coordinate with specialist contractors, vendors, consultants, engineers, and client representatives to ensure seamless project execution.
• Review technical submissions, shop drawings, method statements, inspection and test plans, and commissioning documentation.
• Ensure interfaces between different systems and trades are effectively managed throughout the project lifecycle.

Stakeholder & Team Management

• Lead and coordinate project teams comprising engineers, construction managers, consultants, contractors, subcontractors, and specialist vendors.
• Act as the key point of contact for clients and stakeholders throughout project delivery.
• Chair project meetings and provide regular progress updates, reports, and presentations to senior management and clients.
• Coordinate with design, procurement, commercial, HSE, QA/QC, and commissioning teams.
• Manage contractor performance and ensure resources are appropriately planned and deployed.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all works comply with project specifications, approved designs, quality standards, and statutory requirements.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with Singapore WSH requirements and project-specific HSE standards.
• Monitor QA/QC processes, inspections, testing, commissioning, and defect rectification.
• Ensure appropriate documentation and records are maintained throughout the project.

REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or a related discipline preferred.
• Relevant project management or construction experience.
• Proven experience managing data centre construction and/or fit-out projects is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of data centre MEP systems and critical infrastructure.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary engineering and construction teams.
• Demonstrated experience in project planning, programme management, cost control, procurement, commissioning, and handover.
• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, project controls, QA/QC, HSE, and contract administration.
• Experience working with clients, consultants, main contractors, specialist subcontractors, and equipment vendors.
• Strong communication, leadership, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with Singapore construction standards, regulations, and WSH requirements will be advantageous.

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE

Candidates with experience in the following environments will be particularly relevant:

• Mission-critical facilities
• Critical MEP infrastructure
• Electrical and mechanical systems
• BMS / EPMS / controls
• UPS and generator systems
• MV/LV electrical systems
• HVAC / cooling systems
• ELV and security systems

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Project & Construction Management
• MEP Coordination
• Project Planning & Scheduling
• Cost & Commercial Management
• Client & Stakeholder Management
• Quality & HSE Management
• Leadership & Team Management

WHAT WE OFFER

• Opportunity to work on major data centre and mission-critical projects in Singapore.
• Exposure to complex, high-value projects involving leading clients, consultants, and contractors.
• Career progression within a growing project management and construction environment.