Job Description

About Our Client

Our client is a Malaysian SME established in 2021 that provides comprehensive mechanical, electrical, and process (MEP) services, including design, budgeting, project management, and testing & commissioning, for construction projects in Malaysia and Indonesia.

Job Summary

This position requires a seasoned Project Manager to oversee the complete lifecycle of critical data center infrastructure projects in Kuala Lumpur and Johor Bahru. You will be responsible for directing multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors to ensure successful delivery against scope, schedule, cost, and safety benchmarks. The role involves acting as the primary point of contact for clients while maintaining rigorous governance and compliance standards across both locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct the full execution cycle of data center builds, covering initial planning, design alignment, construction phases, commissioning, and final handover to the client.
• Formulate comprehensive project strategies that detail timelines, resource allocation, financial controls, procurement needs, and risk mitigation tactics.
• Harmonize efforts across diverse technical disciplines, including civil/structural works, electrical systems, HVAC, low-voltage/ICT, fire safety, security, and building automation.
• Act as the principal delivery representative for clients, leading progress reviews, managing expectations, and resolving issues to maintain high satisfaction levels.
• Oversee the selection, onboarding, and performance management of subcontractors and vendors to ensure aligned delivery outcomes.
• Create detailed work breakdown structures and execution plans, while actively monitoring progress and implementing corrective measures when deviations occur.
• Optimize the distribution of internal and external resources to support concurrent project demands efficiently.
• Maintain robust risk registers and enforce strict adherence to environmental, health, and safety (EHS) regulations, aiming for zero-incident site operations.
• Control project budgets, monitor financial health, manage change orders, and drive milestone-based invoicing and collections.
• Uphold accurate documentation and reporting standards in accordance with PMO frameworks, while facilitating post-project reviews and knowledge sharing for continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil/Structural), Construction Management, or a related field.
• Possess a minimum of 8–10 years of project management experience specifically in data center construction, mission-critical facilities, or large-scale MEP infrastructure.
• Demonstrate a proven history of delivering complex data center projects from start to finish, preferably within hyperscale or enterprise environments.
• Have experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing multiple subcontractors in high-complexity construction settings.
• Be familiar with Malaysian construction laws, regulatory submissions, and local compliance requirements.
• Show proficiency in project management software such as Microsoft Project or Primavera, along with advanced MS Office skills.
• Exhibit strong commercial acumen, including budget management and cost control capabilities.
• Possess excellent communication skills for engaging with stakeholders and clients effectively.
• Have the ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage competing priorities, and operate effectively under pressure across multiple sites.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or Uptime Institute certifications (ATD, CDCP, CDCE) are highly desirable.
• Experience working in both Kuala Lumpur and Johor Bahru markets is strongly preferred.