Project Director – Mission-Critical Projects (Hyperscale Data Centers)

Fixed Term Contract

Johor Bahru, Malaysia

JOB-21587

Christopher Brock

The Company

Our client is a leading global Project Management Consultancy (PMC) delivering mission-critical projects. They provide client-side oversight, coordination, and delivery management across complex developments worldwide.

The Role

We are seeking a seasoned Project Director to lead the end-to-end delivery of greenfield hyperscale data centers. This is a high-profile opportunity to represent the client at the highest level while driving projects from inception through handover.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee the full project lifecycle: planning, procurement, design, construction, commissioning, and handover.
  • Manage cost, programme, quality, and risk to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to world-class standards.
  • Oversee project controls, governance, and reporting to both internal stakeholders and the client.
  • Serve as senior client interface, ensuring effective stakeholder engagement and alignment with strategic objectives.
  • Lead multidisciplinary teams, fostering collaboration among design consultants, contractors, and suppliers.
  • Ensure compliance with international best practices for mission-critical infrastructure.
  • Mentor project managers and package leads to maintain consistency across all workstreams.

Candidate Profile

  • Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline.
  • Minimum 10+ years’ experience in large-scale construction projects.
  • Proven expertise in cost, programme, construction quality, and risk management.
  • Strong stakeholder and senior-level client management experience.
  • End-to-end data center construction experience preferred; alternatively, strong track record in mission-critical projects such as airports, hospitals, semiconductor facilities, or industrial projects.
  • Prior PMC or consultancy experience is advantageous.

How to Apply

For a confidential discussion, please contact

Christopher.Brock@mrgglobal.com


Agensi Pekerjaan MRG People Asia Sdn Bhd,
Company Registration No. 201901039593 (1348923-A)
Recruitment License No: JTKSM 1261

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