Construction Manager- Data Center

Overview

Construction Planning & Execution

• Develop and implement construction execution plans aligned with project schedules, procurement strategies, and logistics requirements.
• Plan construction sequencing, work-front availability, and resource deployment.
• Ensure timely mobilization of manpower, materials, plant, and equipment.
• Drive construction activities to achieve project milestones and delivery targets.

Site Management & Supervision

• Lead day-to-day construction activities across CSA, Electrical, Mechanical, and ELV disciplines.
• Ensure works are executed according to approved drawings, specifications, and method statements.
• Monitor workforce productivity, site performance, and resource utilization.
• Resolve site issues and construction constraints proactively.

Coordination of Multidisciplinary Works

• Coordinate activities between CSA, MEP, ELV contractors, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Manage SIMOPS (Simultaneous Operations) to ensure safe and efficient execution.
• Work closely with Technical Managers and Interface Engineers to resolve coordination challenges.
• Ensure seamless integration between construction packages.

Schedule Management

• Monitor construction progress against baseline schedules using Primavera P6 and project controls tools.
• Identify delays, critical path impacts, and schedule risks.
• Implement recovery plans and mitigation strategies to maintain project objectives.
• Support progress reporting and forecasting activities.

Quality Control & Compliance

• Ensure all works comply with project specifications, approved ITPs, and quality procedures.
• Coordinate closely with QA/QC teams for inspections, testing, and compliance verification.
• Monitor snagging activities and ensure timely closure of defects.
• Maintain a defect-free construction environment focused on quality delivery.

Health, Safety & Environment

• Enforce project HSE plans, policies, and procedures across all construction activities.
• Coordinate with HSE Managers and Site Safety Teams to maintain safe working environments.
• Ensure effective Permit-to-Work (PTW) implementation and control of high-risk activities.
• Promote a zero-harm culture throughout the project lifecycle.

Vendor & Subcontractor Management

• Manage subcontractor and vendor performance across multiple work packages.
• Conduct regular coordination meetings and performance reviews.
• Monitor productivity, quality, compliance, and contractual deliverables.
• Support issue resolution and escalation management.

Logistics & Material Coordination

• Coordinate with Procurement and Logistics teams to ensure material availability.
• Monitor equipment delivery schedules and site readiness.
• Optimize storage, logistics flows, and site utilization.
• Ensure critical project materials are available to support construction activities.

Testing & Commissioning Support

• Ensure systems and construction packages are ready for pre-commissioning and commissioning activities.
• Coordinate with the Commissioning Manager and Data Center Systems Manager.
• Support FAT, SAT, IST, integrated testing, and system validation activities.
• Facilitate smooth transition from construction to commissioning.

Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly construction reports.
• Monitor construction KPIs, milestones, and performance metrics.
• Maintain accurate site records, progress documentation, and reporting dashboards.
• Provide regular updates to project leadership and stakeholders.

Stakeholder Management

• Interface with client representatives, consultants, authorities, and project stakeholders.
• Support issue resolution and decision-making processes.
• Maintain clear communication channels across all project teams.
• Participate in project reviews and leadership meetings.

Project Close-Out

• Oversee snagging, punch list management, and defect rectification.
• Ensure construction completion and handover readiness.
• Coordinate final inspections, approvals, and close-out activities.
• Support successful client acceptance and project completion.

& Experience

• Years of Experience: Minimum 12–18 years of construction management experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5–8 years of experience delivering Data Center, Mission Critical, or Critical Infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience working on Hyperscale Data Center projects exceeding 20MW IT Load.
• Experience delivering Tier III and Tier IV data center facilities.
• Strong experience managing large-scale multidisciplinary construction teams.
• Demonstrated experience in schedule management, recovery planning, and construction execution.
• Strong understanding of mission-critical project delivery methodologies.

Technical Competencies

• Construction Management

• Mission Critical Facilities

• SIMOPS Management

• Testing & Commissioning Coordination

• Uptime Tier III / Tier IV Standards
• TIA-942
• NFPA
• IEC Standards
• ASHRAE Standards