Construction Data Center Project Manager

Construction Data Center Project Manager

Job Summary

The Construction Data Center Project Manager is responsible for leading the end-to-end delivery of Data Center development projects, from design coordination and construction execution through commissioning and operational handover. This role acts as the Owner’s representative, managing consultants, contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with business objectives and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Development

• Lead the planning and execution of Data Center construction projects from design development through project completion.
• Define project scope, objectives, budgets, schedules, and resource requirements in coordination with internal stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain project plans, risk registers, and reporting frameworks.

Design & Engineering Management

• Coordinate with consultants and design teams to review architectural, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and ICT designs.
• Ensure project designs align with business requirements, operational standards, customer requirements, and industry best practices.
• Review design changes and assess impacts on project cost, schedule, and quality.

Construction Management

• Oversee construction activities and monitor project progress to ensure compliance with approved schedules, specifications, and quality standards.
• Manage EPC contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and consultants throughout project execution.
• Conduct regular site inspections and progress reviews to ensure project objectives are achieved.

Critical Infrastructure Management

• Oversee the installation and delivery of mission-critical systems including:
• MV/LV Electrical Systems
• UPS Systems
• Diesel Generators
• Cooling Systems (Chiller, CRAH, CRAC)
• Fire Protection Systems
• BMS / EPMS / DCIM Systems
• Structured Cabling and ICT Infrastructure
• Ensure all critical systems are installed and operated according to design requirements and operational standards.

Testing, Commissioning & Handover

• Lead testing and commissioning activities including FAT, SAT, Integrated Systems Testing (IST), and client acceptance processes.
• Ensure operational readiness and successful handover to Operations and Facilities Management teams.
• Support customer fit-out and technical handover activities where required.

Stakeholder Management

• Act as the primary point of contact between internal departments, consultants, contractors, vendors, customers, and regulatory authorities.
• Provide regular updates on project status, risks, budget performance, and schedule milestones to senior management.
• Lead project meetings and ensure effective communication across stakeholders.

Budget & Cost Control

• Manage project budgets, forecasts, and expenditures.
• Review and approve payment applications, variations, change orders, and contractor claims.
• Implement cost control measures to ensure projects are delivered within approved budgets.

Risk Management

• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Proactively manage issues affecting safety, cost, schedule, quality, and operational performance.
• Maintain project risk and issue logs.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all applicable safety regulations, building codes, environmental requirements, and company policies.
• Promote a strong health and safety culture throughout project execution.
• Support audits, inspections, and regulatory approvals.

Continuous Improvement

• Capture lessons learned and drive process improvements across project delivery functions.
• Support the continuous enhancement of project management methodologies, standards, and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in construction project management.
• Minimum 2 years of experience managing Data Center, mission-critical facility, industrial, or large-scale MEP construction projects.
• Experience representing owners, developers, or operators in construction projects is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of Data Center infrastructure, including electrical distribution systems, UPS, generators, cooling systems, fire protection systems, BMS, EPMS, and DCIM platforms.
• Experience managing consultants, contractors, commissioning agents, and external vendors.
• Strong knowledge of project planning, scheduling, budgeting, contract administration, cost control, and risk management.
• Familiarity with industry standards such as Uptime Institute Tier Standards, TIA-942, and other mission-critical facility best practices.
• Proven experience managing testing, commissioning, and handover activities for critical facilities.
• PMP certification is preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is an advantage.
• Data Center certifications such as CDCP, CDCS, ATS, or equivalent are a plus.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.