Senior Project Manager (Batam, DataCentre)

PRIMESTAFF MANAGEMENT SERVICES PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global infrastructure services provider is seeking a Senior Project Manager for large-scale data centre projects. The role demands expertise in mechanical and electrical systems, with responsibility over the complete project lifecycle. Candidates should possess a PMP certification and at least 5 years in a leadership position. Key responsibilities include ensuring project safety, compliance, and quality while managing teams across various phases. Strong commercial understanding and the ability to foster client relationships are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar project leadership role.
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Experience delivering data centre projects involving various environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead safe delivery of all projects, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
• Oversee installation teams to guarantee timely and defect-free delivery.
• Conduct site surveys and manage material procurement lists.

Skills

PMP certification

Mechanical and electrical expertise

Commercial acumen

Stakeholder and client management

Team development

Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations

Education

Degree in Engineering, Business Studies, or a related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)

Job description

Our client is a global provider of data centre design, construction, and managed services, delivering integrated technical solutions across electrical, mechanical, and connectivity systems. The organisation is committed to delivering high-quality, cost-effective, and sustainable infrastructure for clients worldwide, while maintaining the highest standards of safety, integrity, and operational excellence.

Location: Batam (Indonesia)

About the Role

The Senior Project Manager plays a key leadership role in the successful delivery of large-scale data centre projects. The position oversees the complete project lifecycle — from bid and pre-construction through delivery, compliance, and client handover — ensuring safety, profitability, and quality across all phases. This role demands a professional with deep mechanical and electrical expertise, excellent commercial understanding, and the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the safe delivery of all projects, ensuring compliance with company, client, and statutory Health & Safety standards.
• Oversee installation teams and project managers to guarantee timely and defect-free delivery within agreed budgets and schedules.
• Ensure projects adhere to all ISO and internal business system requirements, maintaining consistency, quality, and accountability.
• Manage Risk Assessment Method Statements (RAMS) and enforce safe working practices across all sites.
• Conduct site surveys, verify design compliance, and manage material procurement lists for production.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, supporting bid development and proposal submissions.
• Supervise project and team performance in alignment with KPIs, providing feedback and driving improvement.
• Collaborate with the commercial team to manage subcontractor performance, contracts, risks, and financial reporting (CVRs).
• Lead specialist subcontractors to ensure work is executed safely, on schedule, and in accordance with specifications.
• Monitor and report project progress using company-approved templates and tools.
• Support business strategy implementation and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct regular employee performance reviews and provide mentorship and training to develop project teams.
• Uphold the company’s core values and data protection standards, maintaining confidentiality and integrity in all dealings.

Requirements

• PMP certification (or equivalent) with minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar project leadership role.
• Degree in Engineering, Business Studies, or a related discipline preferred.
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems for data centre or mission-critical facilities.
• Proven experience delivering data centre projects involving white space, grey space, and connectivity environments.
• Solid understanding of Health & Safety regulations, ideally with formal certification.
• Demonstrated commercial acumen — experience with P&L, cost forecasting, and risk management.
• Skilled in stakeholder and client management, with the ability to build trust and resolve complex issues.
• Excellent leadership and team development skills, fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects under tight deadlines.
• Flexibility to travel as required to support project delivery across regional sites.
• Commitment to maintaining all relevant industry certifications and professional accreditations.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.