Head of Regional Engineering – Data Centres
Job Description
Leader in data centre development, delivering high-performance, mission-critical facilities across APAC. They are seeking a Head of Regional Engineering – Data Centres to lead engineering practices, standardise design approaches, and drive innovation across greenfield and brownfield projects.
This is a strategic leadership role, overseeing multidisciplinary teams, guiding design and delivery, and ensuring operational efficiency, sustainability, and technical excellence across multiple projects and countries.
Leadership & Strategy
Lead and mentor a team of engineering specialists, project managers, and energy managers across the region.
Foster a culture of creativity, collaboration, innovation, and technical excellence.
Participate in strategic planning with senior stakeholders to align engineering outcomes with business objectives.
Support the attraction and recruitment of top-tier engineering and project management talent.
Data Centre Development & Engineering Oversight
Oversee greenfield and brownfield data centre projects from site selection, design, tender, construction, to commissioning.
Engage and manage consultants (Architect, M&E, C&S, Energy, etc.), overseeing design development, cost estimates, and tender processes.
Provide technical leadership for complex M&E systems, identifying single points of failure and resolving engineering challenges in cooling, power, and mission-critical systems.
Drive research and adoption of new technologies and construction methodologies to improve energy efficiency, water usage, operational productivity, and sustainability.
Project Delivery & Financial Oversight
Review and monitor project budgets, cost control, and financial performance.
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with business and customer requirements.
Implement initiatives to optimise PUE, WUE, carbon footprint, and operational efficiency across the data centre portfolio.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Project Management, Architecture, or related discipline.
15+ years of professional experience, including 10+ years in data centre development and engineering.
Proven experience in leading multidisciplinary engineering teams and managing stakeholders across multiple projects/regions.
Strong M&E expertise with experience in power, cooling, and mission-critical systems.
How to Apply: Click Apply Now, or send your resume directly to: [email protected]EA Name: BuildBridge Partners Pte Ltd
EA License No: 25C2918
EA Reg No: R1551092
Consultant: Khoo Yan Jie