Project Director

Project Director – Data Centre Projects

Location: Johor, Malaysia

Industry: Data Centre / Mission Critical

Employer: Large Main Contractor

Employment Type: Full-time

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Project Director to lead the delivery of large-scale data centre projects in Johor for a leading main contractor. The successful candidate will have strong experience managing major construction projects from pre-construction through to completion, with overall responsibility for project delivery, commercial performance, programme, quality, safety and stakeholder management.

This is a senior leadership position requiring strong experience in large-scale data centre, mission-critical, industrial or complex MEP-intensive projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and strategic direction for the successful delivery of major data centre projects.
• Take full accountability for project performance, including programme, cost, quality, safety and client satisfaction.
• Lead and manage the project team, including Project Managers, Construction Managers, Engineering, QA/QC, HSE, Commercial, Planning and MEP teams.
• Develop and implement project execution strategies, construction methodologies and delivery plans.
• Manage the overall construction programme and ensure key milestones are achieved in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Oversee the coordination and integration of civil, structural, architectural and MEP works, with particular focus on mission-critical systems.
• Lead project meetings with clients, consultants, authorities, subcontractors and key stakeholders.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients and provide regular progress, commercial and performance updates to senior management.
• Monitor project budgets, variations, claims, procurement and commercial performance in conjunction with the commercial team.
• Oversee procurement and subcontractor management to ensure timely delivery of critical materials, equipment and specialist works.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, quality standards, HSE requirements and statutory regulations.
• Identify and manage project risks, programme constraints, technical issues and potential delays.
• Drive effective coordination between design, procurement, construction, commissioning and handover teams.
• Ensure the project is delivered in accordance with data centre mission-critical requirements, quality standards and client expectations.
• Oversee testing, commissioning, integrated systems testing and final handover activities.
• Provide leadership in resolving complex technical, contractual and construction issues.
• Establish and maintain strong governance, reporting and project controls throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support business development and tendering activities where required, including constructability reviews, project strategy and client engagement.

Requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Building, MEP Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 15 years of relevant construction experience, with significant experience in senior project leadership roles.
• Proven track record managing large-scale data centre, mission-critical, industrial, semiconductor, high-tech or complex commercial projects.
• Previous experience working for a major main contractor / Tier 1 contractor is highly preferred.
• Strong experience managing projects with significant MEP and mission-critical infrastructure requirements.
• Demonstrated experience managing large project teams, multiple subcontractors and complex stakeholder environments.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, project controls, programme management, cost management and risk management.
• Experience managing projects through construction, commissioning and handover.
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation and stakeholder-management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and make effective decisions in a fast-paced project environment.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian construction practices, regulations and statutory requirements.

What We’re Looking For

Experience working with for large Main contractor

Familiar with Industrial building projects

Strong leadership and communication skills

Able to thrive in a fast-paced site environment

Woh Hup’s Offerings:

Be part of landmark projects

A strong, stable company with long-term growth

Competitive salary & benefits

Supportive team culture

Career development opportunities