About Vantage Data Centers

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Senior Project Manager plays a key leadership role within the Construction team, leading the delivery of large-scale data center construction projects from conception through commissioning. This role will be based in Hong Kong and will primarily support the successful close-out and delivery of the TPE11 project, alongside broader APAC regional initiatives as required.

This position is responsible for managing complex and highly technical construction projects, overseeing both internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment across Sales, Operations, Development, Engineering, Procurement, and Critical Operations teams. The role is critical in maintaining long-term operational sustainability, cost efficiency, schedule adherence, and delivery excellence across all phases of project execution.

The Senior Project Manager will oversee end-to-end delivery of construction and capital expenditure works, including project planning, contractor management, procurement coordination, commercial oversight, and project controls. The role requires strong customer-facing capabilities and the ability to effectively manage communication with internal leadership teams, external consultants, contractors, suppliers, and global customers.

This is a high-visibility role that provides the opportunity to shape Vantage’s project delivery standards and operational excellence across the APAC region.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Project Delivery

• Lead the successful delivery and close-out of the TPE11 data center project, ensuring all construction, commissioning, handover, and operational readiness milestones are achieved.
• Oversee all project activities including utility interfacing, budgets, schedules, procurement strategies, ECI coordination, and construction execution.
• Drive project delivery to ensure compliance with cost, schedule, quality, and operational objectives.
• Support customer interfacing activities, including project updates, stakeholder engagement, issue resolution, and executive reporting.

Project Controls & Administration

• Manage consulting deliverables and ensure alignment with project objectives, milestones, and governance requirements.
• Supervise in-house Quantity Surveyors (QS) and oversee commercial administration activities including contracts, progress claims, variation management, certificates, and related documentation.
• Monitor and report on project budgets, timelines, risks, forecasting, and critical milestones to ensure successful delivery outcomes.
• Prepare and present executive-level project updates and reports to senior leadership and stakeholders.

Contractor & Vendor Management

• Manage contractors, consultants, suppliers, and vendors to ensure performance, compliance, and alignment with project objectives.
• Oversee logistics, procurement coordination, and site delivery activities to support project schedules and operational readiness.
• Drive accountability and performance across all external delivery partners.

Safety & Compliance

• Act as a visible safety leader, fostering a culture of safety, security, and environmental responsibility across project teams and contractors.
• Ensure compliance with all local authority requirements, health and safety regulations, environmental standards, and Vantage policies throughout project execution.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Lead coordination and integration across internal teams including New Site Development (NSD), Design & Engineering (D&E), Construction, Procurement, Commercial, and Critical Operations.
• Collaborate closely with regional and global stakeholders to ensure consistent delivery standards and operational excellence.
• Operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment with exposure to global customers and technically complex infrastructure challenges.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 8–10 years of experience in a senior project management or construction management role, with substantial experience delivering large-scale and technically complex projects.
• Data center industry experience is preferred.
• Candidates from Tier 1 or Tier 2 general contractors with proven experience managing projects valued at USD $500M+ are highly regarded.
• Candidates with large-scale consultancy experience (mechanical, electrical, civil, structural) and experience across complex infrastructure sectors such as hospitals, government, industrial, or mission-critical facilities are encouraged to apply.
• Strong experience in CSA (Civil, Structural, Architectural) and/or MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) construction management.
• Proven experience managing stakeholders, contractors, consultants, and customer relationships in high-pressure delivery environments.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience managing budgets, forecasting, contracts, procurement, and project risk.
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment with regional and global stakeholder exposure.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management tools such as MS Project and Primavera P6.
• Experience preparing and delivering executive-level presentations and reporting.
• PMP certification or equivalent project management qualification is preferred.

We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other’s strengths and respecting each other’s weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.

Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.