Senior Manager, Project & Construction Management ,Data Centre

Singtel; Singapore; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Nxera is at the forefront of the data center industry, driving sustainable, connected, and AI-powered infrastructure. We seek an experienced Project Manager to lead regional DC projects from initiation through closure, coordinating with country leads and delivering on time and within budget.

You'll develop master plans, manage budgets and tenders, and ensure EHS compliance while traveling regionally 20–25% as needed. A strong engineering background and MS Project proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, project management, construction management, or architecture.
• Strong leadership with problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication in English and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage new Data Center project execution for green and/or brown field projects regionally.
• Support country project leads and oversee all phases of the project lifecycle.
• Develop project master program, project charter and set up project processes.
• Source specialists and subject matter experts for the delivery team.
• Translate business requirements into executable project deliverables.
• Prepare project budgets and manage approved capital funding cashflow and spending.
• Lead project tender and administration processes.
• Provide timely and accurate reporting of project progress and expenditure.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Cross-functional

Problem-solving

MS Project

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Passionate about making a real impact? Join our team at Nxera to unfold the new era! Be at the forefront of the data centre (DC) industry with a unique focus on sustainability, connectivity and AI which sets us apart as the next generation DC operator. You will also get to gain invaluable experience in a fast-growing industry that is powering the digitalization wave. Be empowered to co-create the future with our dynamic team.

Make an Impact by

• Manage new Data Center project execution for green and/or brown field projects regionally.
• Support the individual country project lead and overview of all phases of the data center project lifecycle, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and controlling, and closing.
• Development of project master program, project charter and set up project processes
• Sourcing for suitable specialist and subject matter experts to be part of project delivery team.
• Translate business requirement/plan into executable project deliverables
• Prepare project budget capital funding, manage approved project capital funding cashflow and spending within approved budgets.
• Lead project tender and administration processes.
• Timely and accurately reporting of project progress and expenditure to management.
• Familiar with Data center risk redundancy configurations and requirement
• Day to day construction oversight to ensure the project is carried out in compliance with EHS requirement in a timely and cost-efficient manner.
• Assist in researching new technologies that could apply to new DC or to enhance current DC
• Knowledgeable in various M&E critical systems (e.g. UPS, Generator, Chiller, Cooling Tower) requirement including testing and commissioning (i.e. FAT, SAT, IST)
• Knowledge in civil and architecture detail including the sequence of work to support the development of schedule for efficient delivery.
• Ensure Environment, Safety and Occupational Health are implemented by project contractors.
• Ability in reading design and construction drawings for all fields (Architectural, Structural, M&E, etc.)
• Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders to facilitate communication, provide updates, and address concerns.
• Foster a culture of quality assurance and improvement for the project and within the project team.
• Ensure projects conform to industry standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies.
• Willing to travel regionally on an as-needed basis (20% - 25% travel).

Skills For Success

• Minimum 10 years of relevant work experience in project management or construction management with proven track records in green and/or brown field data center projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Project Management, Construction Management or Architecture.
• Possess good leadership with great problem-solving skills.
• Possess good communication skills in English with attention to detail.
• Possess strong negotiation skills and interpersonal skills.
• Possess positive attitude.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficient in project management tools (e.g., MS Project).