Managing Director, Asia - Data Centre Contractor

About the role

A data centre contractor with a nine-figure turnover, operating across several APAC markets and contracting directly with a major hyperscaler, is looking for a Managing Director to lead it into the next stage of growth. The business grew on the idea that clients deal with someone senior enough to make decisions on the spot, rather than going through layers of middle management.

The role is based in Singapore with regular travel across the region. Conversations are confidential, so candidates should contact the recruiter directly.

Key responsibilities

• Own and grow the core hyperscale relationship.
• Win new clients and bring new work to quote across the region.
• Work closely with the founder on the commercial side and alongside three operational and technical directors.
• Build a leadership structure that can run without the founders' day-to-day involvement as the business aims for a global footprint.
• In year one there is no revenue target; the focus is keeping current revenue, onboarding new clients and building a credible pipeline.
• Enjoy real autonomy, with direct access to the founder for decisions above your approval level.

Required profile

• Experience running a business or holding a senior commercial leadership role.
• A background in data centre construction and delivery, whether as a contractor, specialist subcontractor, consultancy or supply-chain partner working on live builds.
• A track record with hyperscale clients and an understanding of how projects are won, priced and delivered on site.
• Client relationships and the credibility to attract strong people.
• A commercial leaning, strong communication with senior hyperscale stakeholders and enthusiasm for regional travel.