Technical Lead (Civil) — Data Centre Projects (APAC)

Technical Lead / Director (Civil) — Data Centre Projects (APAC)

Job Summary

Lead civil engineering and site infrastructure design for hyperscale data centre developments across APAC.

Based in Singapore, you will own the delivery of roads, drainage, earthworks, and underground utilities—managing site grading, utility corridors, and authority submissions to support data hall and plant layouts from greenfield through to operational handover.

Responsibilities

Site Development & Design

• Lead civil design for site development including drainage, earthworks, and underground utilities.
• Plan utility corridors, hardstandings, and site grading to support data hall and plant layouts.
• Coordinate with structural and MEP teams on trenching, duct banks, and utility routing.

Contractor & Quality Management

• Review contractor submittals, method statements, and temporary works proposals.
• Manage stormwater, sewerage, and potable water reticulation per local statutory requirements.
• Support authority submissions (building plans, work permits, drainage proposals) and site inspections.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Collaborate with clients, consultants, and contractors across multiple newbuild projects to ensure alignment with project specifications and local standards.

Requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering; PE or Chartered status preferred.
• 10+ years in civil design for large-scale industrial, infrastructure, or data centre projects.
• Strong knowledge of geotechnical engineering, earthworks, drainage, and pavement design.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and BIM coordination workflows.
• Experience with Singapore statutory submissions and building codes.