Operations Lead - Data Center (Project & Cost Management)

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Project Oversight: Lead planning, coordination, and execution of all project activities across civil, MEP, electrical, HVAC, ELV/BMS, and IT systems.

• Cost Management: Establish and monitor project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure alignment with approved financial plans.

• Design & Compliance: Review designs, ensure integration across disciplines, and compliance with data center standards and regulatory requirements.

• Operations Leadership: Supervise daily operations, oversee vendor teams, and act as escalation point for issues impacting infrastructure.

• Quality & Safety: Monitor site progress, quality standards, safety compliance, and resource utilization.

• Stakeholder Coordination: Liaise with clients, consultants, vendors, and subcontractors to resolve issues and ensure smooth delivery.

• Risk & Change Management: Identify risks, manage change orders, and ensure proactive mitigation strategies.

• Reporting: Provide regular updates on project status, cost variances, and operational performance to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• 1823 years in project management, cost management, cost control, and large-scale infrastructure (preferably data centers)

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or Construction/Project Management.

• Proven track record in Data Center projects.

• Strong knowledge of cost consultancy practices and MEP systems.

• Proficiency in project management tools (Primavera, MS Project, or equivalent).

• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

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