about the company
This global engineering, project management, and consultancy firm specializes in a wide range of sectors, including infrastructure, buildings, and environmental projects. Known for its expertise in providing end-to-end solutions across the project lifecycle, the company offers services from feasibility studies and design to construction management and commissioning. With a strong emphasis on innovation and sustainability, it employs a collaborative approach to deliver high-quality results that meet client expectations. Operating in multiple countries, the firm leverages extensive experience and technical knowledge to tackle complex challenges in various industries.
about the job
leadership & strategy:
... - Develop and execute the overall design strategy for data centre projects.
- Lead, mentor, and inspire engineers and designers, fostering continuous skill improvement and performance.
- Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless integration of design and functionality.
- Identify competency gaps, develop mitigation plans, and retain talent within the team.
- Establish process flows and standards for design and reviews.
- Manage team performance, providing regular and accurate reports on project progress.
- Actively participate in business development and new proposals.
- Prepare succession plans for critical roles to maintain team stability.
- Promote diversity and adhere to management strategies, understanding the varying competencies and behaviors of staff.
- Demonstrate punctuality, integrity, and inclusiveness while leading by example.
project management:
- Oversee all design projects from concept to completion, ensuring adherence to client specifications, deadlines, and budgets.
- Maintain clear communication with clients to understand their goals and provide regular updates on project progress.
- Guide team members to align with project objectives and organizational strategies.
design & innovation:
- Create innovative designs that enhance user experience while minimizing total cost of ownership.
- Stay updated on the latest design trends and technologies, ensuring cutting-edge solutions.
- Conduct regular design reviews, providing constructive feedback to the team.
quality assurance:
- Ensure all designs meet client needs and industry standards.
- Implement a robust quality control process to maintain high design standards.
key tasks:
- Plan and manage the design of data centre projects, including determining design schemes and organizing the design process.
- Oversee the entire life cycle of overseas data centre projects, formulating design plans to optimize costs and improve quality.
- Coordinate the promotion and continuous optimization of design tasks and resolve on-site issues.
- Organize design disclosures and reviews, managing design changes based on project experiences.
- Participate in factory inspections, commissioning, and testing of systems or equipment, ensuring technical coordination throughout construction.
- Facilitate communication among design consultants, owners, government departments, suppliers, and contractors.
requirement & qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a related field; familiarity with green data centre standards and specifications.
- Over 2 years of experience as a Design Manager, with experience in Malaysia, Singapore, or similar markets; data centre design experience preferred.
- Proven experience completing full cycles of data centre projects.
- Familiarity with Malaysia's construction procedures, local laws, and relevant design standards.
- Strong analytical skills, sense of responsibility, and excellent communication and coordination abilities.
key attributes:
- Professional and positive outlook with a focus on opportunities for improvement.
- Motivator and mentor with a customer-oriented approach.
- Diligent, detail-oriented, and able to work under pressure.
- Excellent collaborator with a self-motivated and independent work ethic.
- Adaptable, creative, and analytical, with a “can-do” attitude willing to go the extra mile.
