Senior Project Lead-Front End Planning.

Overview

Regional Front End Planning Program Manager for Data Centres, delivering APAC-wide program management, consultancy and project management support for a global hyperscale client's critical infrastructure and data centre projects.

What you'll do

• Collaborate with the FEP Global scheduling team, fostering effective communication and alignment.
• Engage with APAC FEP, DES (Design and Execution), PCG (Project Controls Group) and DCS (Data Center Services) teams to synchronize efforts.
• Compile and develop program schedules for design and construction projects, maintaining accuracy and consistency in project timelines.
• Produce and update templates and other project pro-forma materials for senior management.
• Assist with team Objectives and Key Results (OKRs).
• Establish a pre-construction program planning function aligned with the Build Development Plan (BDP).
• Facilitate scheduled and ad-hoc program meetings with Client Regional Program Managers, document detailed meeting notes, track actionable items and ensure follow-up.
• Manage project controls within the Client's Software (Project Management Tool).
• Execute Term Sheet processes for project funding requests.
• Initiate new contracts under software workflows and tools.
• Complete Stage Gate deliverables and ensure Stage Gate sign-offs for Gate 1 and 2.
• Conduct end-to-end project risk analysis and maintain the Risk Registers.
• Facilitate workshops and progress reviews (Dev Deploy 2, Campus Planning).
• Set up DC Cross-Functional Reviews (CFRs).
• Regularly review design tracking, including change management and RFIs.
• Support and track issues and updates for projects using software tools.
• Collaborate with FEP RM and RPM to compile and execute weekly, fortnightly and monthly reports (Project Dashboard), APAC Quarterly Reviews, Term Sheet Production and Offline Seed Funding Cycle Review, and APAC Monthly DCStat P&P Active Reporting Projects Review.
• Prepare CP reports for executive reporting meetings.
• Drive process improvements aligned with the Construction Agreement and Project Manual.
• Provide interface support with partner teams and vendors.
• Adapt to evolving business needs and scenarios.

What you'll need

• Bachelor Degree from an accredited institution; preference towards a degree in Real Estate, Engineering, or Projects / Construction Management.
• At least 15 years' overall experience, and 10 years' Critical Systems experience.
• At least 15 years' experience in a previous role as a Project Manager, Construction Manager or similar.
• Hands-on experience of critical infrastructure and systems projects, program management, design and engineering management, commissioning and close-out.
• Prior hands-on experience such as Design, Installation, Commissioning and ISTs in data centres.
• Technical engineering background in Electrical, Mechanical or Building Services Engineering (preferred).
• Familiar with local statutory submissions and approvals process.
• Strong working knowledge of technical drawings and single line diagrams.
• Ability to regularly communicate analyzed data to client and team to achieve project goals.
• Highly organized with strong analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to interact with executive-level external and internal clients and external team members (architects, contractors, client's representatives, etc.).
• Ability to manage all aspects of construction projects, including budgeting, scheduling, submittals and change orders.
• Fully competent at managing all types and sizes of projects.
• Client-focused with excellent, effective and persuasive communication skills.
• Ability to analyze risks and offer technical solutions and mitigating actions.
• Ability to actively collaborate and manage client stakeholders, contractors and other vendors from diverse backgrounds.
• Environmental, Sustainability and Health and Safety focus; continuous improvement mindset.
• Fluent in written and spoken English; excellent communication skills with experience in remote management.
• Detail-oriented and organized in approach to project management.
• Flexibility in managing daily activities using various systems.

Nice to have

• Prior experience in Program Management (international experience in capital works and/or programs with multiple projects).

Details

• On-site, Chennai, TN.
• Scheduled weekly hours: 48.
• Reporting to the Work Dynamics Account Lead; manage capital budget and delivery of projects through the region and report accordingly.
• Up to 25% travel within APAC, adhering to country-specific policies.
• Role may evolve based on business direction.