Construction Manager - Data Centre

Our client is looking for a Construction Manager to lead the end-to-end construction delivery of a leased data centre spaces, taking it from raw shell to Ready for Service (RFS). This is a hands-on, high-visibility role where you'll be the single thread connecting landlords, general contractors, commissioning agents, installers, and internal teams. You'll manage the full fitout scope: electrical (busbar, PDU, RPP, tap-off units), mechanical cooling containment, telecom infrastructure, IT hardware, security systems, and office & storage fitout - all while championing safety on site. What You'll Be Doing

• Lead delivery of electrical, telecom, IT, mechanical cooling containment, security, and office/storage fitout within leased space
• Manage the full project lifecycle: schedule, budget, scope, risk, and issue tracking — with weekly reporting to stakeholders
• Coordinate dark fibre delivery with client teams and Telco providers, right through to the network rack
• Project manage Corporate LAN (wired and wireless) installation within lease space
• Work hand-in-hand with landlords/general contractors, commissioning agents, and specialist installers to hit RFS milestones
• Facilitate FAT/SAT, integrated systems testing, and commissioning activities
• Drive project closeout, including lessons learned and full documentation handover
• Act as a relentless safety advocate — ensuring all works meet internal standards and EHS requirements What We're Looking For
• Minimum 7+ years of project management experience in construction and/or systems integration
• Proven data centre experience (construction, operations, design, or planning)
• Strong understanding of construction management principles and scheduling
• Experience managing multiple stakeholders, dependencies, deliverables, and handoffs
• Ability to read and interpret CAD drawings
• Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and project reporting tools
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience in large-scale, mission-critical environment projects is highly valued Nice to Have
• PMP or equivalent project management certification
• RCDD certification
• Telecom/technology background (networking, telephony, security systems)
• Experience with leased-space or colocation facility fitouts