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Strategic Advisor – Data Centre Development & Innovation

Board Match-Up  •  Singapore, SG (Onsite)  •  4 months ago
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Job Description

Location: Singapore

Engagement Fractional or Full-Time Advisory Role (based on mutual interest)

About the Opportunity

Our client is a Singapore-based technology company operating at the forefront of real estate and built environment innovation. They are seeking to engage a seasoned data centre professional in an advisory capacity to support their strategic pivot into Data Centre typologies. The objective is to co-develop, refine, and accelerate digital product capabilities for this asset class by integrating deep industry insight, field intelligence, and practical build considerations into the design and development tools.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide strategic advice on business development and partnership models to support data centre expansion across ASEAN, India, Australia, EMEA, and the US.
  • Offer guidance on end-to-end design and construction planning, including site selection, energy and connectivity requirements, layout configurations, and structural feasibility.
  • Support investment strategy by sharing insights on fund-raising, deal structuring, and monetization approaches such as colocation services.
  • Advise on operational considerations, highlighting how design decisions influence long-term performance, infrastructure scalability, and cost implications.
  • Help define product priorities by distinguishing between critical, relevant, and non-essential features based on real-world delivery experience.

Ideal Candidate Profile

  1. 15+ years of experience across data centre business, design, construction, investment, or operations.
  2. Deep networks in the global DC ecosystem—developers, operators, funders, and EPCs.
  3. Previous experience in a strategic, advisory, or consulting role is preferred.
  4. Strong understanding of digital trends or proptech innovation is a bonus.
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Industry
IT & Software
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Singapore , SG
Year Founded
2023
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