Published Description
We are currently representing an international data centre operator, known for its leading position globally and is actively seeking for a Director of Design and Engineering professional for the APAC region, and will be seated in Singapore.
If you are successful in this role, you will be able to work with a team of very talented individuals who are professionals in their own rights. You will of course also enjoy an excellent platform for career exposure and an attractive remuneration package.
Key Responsibilities:
- The Director, Design & Engineering is responsible for managing multiple projects simultaneously, encompassing both greenfield and fit-out initiatives, ensuring adherence to budget and timeline constraints across regional metropolises.
- The role involves developing design briefs and key metrics to maintain consistency in design quality and requirements.
- The director holds the consultant and professional team accountable for meeting project design intent and deliverables.
- They manage a consortium of professionals, including town planners, architects, civil and structural engineers, mechanical and electrical engineers, environmental consultants, LEED consultants, and geotechnical engineers.
- Collaborating with suppliers and designers, the director drives improvement initiatives in safety, efficiency, and sustainability.
- The role requires on-site travel to ensure construction methods, site coordination, and equipment performance align with design criteria, concurrent maintainability, and reliability standards.
- The Director, Design & Engineering oversees key deliverables, including team performance, resource planning, engineering solutions, and acts as the first level of escalation and coordinator with internal and external stakeholders.
- They serve as the technical reviewer for master planning, conceptual design, and detailed design, as well as the technical approver for LLE evaluation and main specifications.
- The director initiates design improvements based on lessons learned, reviews new equipment and product qualifications, approves L1 test scripts, and develops design delivery and scope demarcation matrices.
Key Requirements:
- The ideal candidate possesses proven design experience in regional metropolises, holds a practicing certificate as a Mechanical Professional Engineer
- Has at least 10 years of experience in design consultancy, including a minimum of 5 years in a principal engineer position.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, leadership, and influencing skills are essential.
- The candidate should be experienced in Design Bid Build, Design & Build, and other design delivery methodologies, with a preference for experience in hyperscale data centers, microelectronics, or other critical infrastructure.
- Proficiency in English and Mandarin is required
- The candidate must be willing to relocate and travel based on project requirements.
