Project Director - Data Center

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Project Director to lead the end-to-end delivery of large-scale data center projects across Malaysia and Thailand. This strategic role will oversee planning, construction, commissioning, and handover of hyperscale/colocation facilities while ensuring alignment with business objectives, safety standards, and sustainability goals.

As the regional leader, you will manage cross-functional teams, external vendors, and stakeholder relationships to drive on-time, on-budget execution in a fast-growing market.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute the regional data center delivery strategy in alignment with APAC growth targets.
• Lead feasibility studies, and capex planning for new and expansion projects.

Project Management

• Oversee all phases of data center development (design, construction, MEPF, commissioning, migration).
• Ensure compliance with local regulations (e.g., Malaysias MDA guidelines, Thailands ETDA requirements).
• Implement risk management frameworks to mitigate delays, cost overruns, and quality issues.

Stakeholder & Vendor Management

• Serve as primary liaison for clients, government agencies, utilities providers, and contractors.
• Manage EPC firms, consultants, and equipment vendors to meet SLAs and performance metrics.

Financial & Operational Excellence

• Control project budgets, tracking CAPEX/OPEX against forecasts.
• Drive innovation in construction methodologies (e.g., modular builds, renewable energy integration).

Team Leadership

• Build and mentor a high-performing team of project managers, engineers, and site supervisors.
• Foster a culture of safety (zero-incident targets) and sustainability.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in data center/critical facility project management, with 3+ years in a director-level role.
• Proven track record of delivering data centers in APAC (Malaysia/Thailand experience preferred).
• Expertise in MEPF systems, BMS, and hyperscale construction methodologies.
• Strong negotiation skills with contractors and government bodies.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to C-suite and investors.
• Fluency in English and Chinese.
• Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical), or related field.

Data Center

Information :

• Company : RightHirePlus
• Position : Project Director - Data Center
• Location : Johor Bahru, Johor
• Country : MY