Pre-Construction Manager - Data Centre Projects

About the role

An experienced Pre-Construction Manager is sought to lead regional pre-construction activities across large-scale data centre developments throughout Southeast Asia. The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on project execution across design management, permitting, procurement, budgeting, scheduling and construction readiness.

Key responsibilities

• Establish and manage pre-construction standards, governance frameworks, processes and reporting.
• Lead design development from concept through IFC, coordinating consultants and stakeholders.
• Manage permitting, authority approvals, utility engagement and regulatory compliance.
• Develop procurement strategies and oversee consultant, contractor and equipment tenders.
• Establish project budgets, schedules, cost plans and risk management frameworks.
• Drive construction readiness and ensure a smooth transition into project delivery.
• Collaborate with development teams, the PMO, consultants, contractors and utility providers across multiple countries.

Required profile

• Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in data centre, mission-critical or comparable infrastructure developments.
• Experience establishing governance frameworks and pre-construction systems.
• Willingness to travel across Southeast Asia.

Required skills

• Design management, permitting, procurement and commercial management.
• Project controls and cost planning.
• Stakeholder management, communication and leadership.