Data Centre Project Manager

Location Chiba
Discipline Industrial
Job type Contract
Salary Negotiable
Reference 55838

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Data Center Project Manager (Facilities / Construction / MEP)

Location: Inzai, Chiba
Employment Type: Contract (Negotiable)
Compensation: ¥7.5M–¥8.5M (Competitive, based on experience)

Overview

A global organization is seeking an experienced Data Center Project Manager to lead mission‑critical facility projects in Japan.
This role oversees construction, electrical power systems, HVAC, and MEP-related project delivery while collaborating with cross‑border teams in an international environment.

The ideal candidate will manage new builds, expansions, and refurbishments for large‑scale data center environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead end‑to‑end project management for data center construction, expansion, and refurbishment

  • Manage and review facility‑related designs, including:

    • Building & structural construction

    • Electrical systems (power supply, UPS, generators)

    • HVAC, cooling, and mechanical systems

  • Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and facility vendors

  • Control schedule, cost, quality, and risk management throughout the project lifecycle

  • Serve as the main point of contact for clients and internal teams

  • Communicate effectively with overseas stakeholders and vendors in English

  • Prepare and maintain project documentation in both Japanese and English

Required Qualifications

  • Native‑level Japanese proficiency

  • Business‑level English (meetings, emails, documentation)

  • Proven project management experience in data centers or large‑scale facility projects

  • Strong technical knowledge of construction, electrical power, and HVAC/MEP systems

  • Experience collaborating with contractors, design firms, and facility vendors

Preferred Qualifications

  • Hands‑on experience in data center design, construction, or operations

  • Certifications such as Architect, Electrical Engineer, Construction Management, PMP, etc.

  • Experience managing global or cross‑border projects

  • Excellent stakeholder management and client‑facing skills

Ideal Candidate Profile

  • Able to lead large, mission‑critical infrastructure projects with confidence

  • Strong communicator capable of bridging technical and non‑technical teams

  • Proactive, solution‑oriented, and skilled in cross‑functional coordination

  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with high responsibility

Working Hours

  • Full‑time, Monday–Friday

  • Hours may vary depending on project demands

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