A data center planning engineer manages the design, construction scheduling, and resource allocation for high-tech infrastructure projects. Core responsibilities include timeline tracking, risk mitigation, and cross-functional coordination. Location: Johor Bahru What You'll Actually Be Doing-Experience in planning and scheduling large-scale construction projects-Data Centre project exposure highly preferred-Strong proficiency in Primavera P6 and project controls-Ability to develop, monitor, and update project schedules-Experience working with contractors, consultants, and clients-Knowledge of critical path analysis and progress reporting-Mitigation: Conduct delay analyses and establish recovery strategies. -Tracking: Monitor critical path milestones, site progress, and equipment vendor lead times.-Scheduling: Build and update integrated master schedules using Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.What You'll Bring-Proficiency in project software, contract management, and understanding of mechanical/electrical (MEP) workflows.-Degree in engineering or construction management.-Background in mission-critical or large-scale technical construction.Bonus Points If You've Worked On-Hyperscale data centres-Mission-critical facilities-Semiconductor manufacturing-Pharmaceutical or life sciences facilitiesWhy This Role-You'll be working on the kind of project that ends up in industry case studies, high-stakes, high-visibility, and genuinely interesting from a technical standpoint. -You'll be trusted with real ownership, surrounded by people who know the sector inside out, and backed by a team that takes safety and quality as seriously as you do.
Lead 24x7 onsite data centre operations across the technical, FM, security, asset, network, and server delivery workstreams, ensuring continuous availability of critical infrastructure.
Oversee routine checks, preventive maintenance coordination, and fault management for critical electrical, mechanical, and network systems.
Support customer onboarding, site access, and execution of MOPs/SOPs/EOPs
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Plan & Coordinate: Develop and enforce detailed Crane Lift Plans, ensuring the total weight to be lifted (including the tackle) does not exceed crane capacity.
Pre-Lift Inspections: Verify the validity of crane certifications and thoroughly inspect all lifting tackle (slings, shackles, wire ropes) before daily operations.
Team Supervision: Lead the lifting crew—including signalmen and riggers—by conducting comprehensive pre-lift safety briefings.
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Quantity Surveyors- Sr/Jr (Data Centre/Infrastructure/Commercial) MNC Construction Group- Multiple Vacancies.
Job Purpose
The Quantity Surveyors manage all financial, commercial, and contractual aspects of construction projects. Working for the Main Contractor, you will control project costs, maximize profitability, mitigate risks, and manage subcontractors from inception to final account.
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Oversee day-to-day operations across all data centers in the cluster, ensuring all systems and infrastructure maintain 100% uptime and full compliance with customer SLAs.
Manage incident response, troubleshooting, and resolution — minimizing downtime and service disruption across the cluster.
Track operational metrics, analyze performance data, and identify risks before they affect operations or client commitments.
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Direct and oversee 24/7 site operations across the regional facility cluster, ensuring maximum infrastructure availability (100% uptime) and full compliance with client SLAs.
Enforce, update, and optimize operational SOPs, EOPs (Emergency Operating Procedures), and industry best practices.
Lead incident management, root-cause analysis (RCA), and emergency response efforts to minimize downtime and mitigate operational risk.
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Develops, implements, and maintains technical quality assurance and control systems and activities.
Defines and specifies the implementation of standards, methods, and procedures for inspecting, testing, and evaluating the precision, accuracy, and reliability of the construction and future operation management.
Participates in the reviewing of engineering designs to contribute quality requirements and considerations.
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Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the data center, ensuring smooth functioning, efficiency, and adherence to service level agreements (SLAs). Responsible for the performance optimisation of critical infrastructure such as chiller plant and power distribution units.
Develop and implement data center strategies which aligned with senior management’s short term, mid-term, and long-term data center strategies.
Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to the team members to ensure a high level of productivity and operational excellence.
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Develops, implements, and maintains technical quality assurance and control systems and activities.
Defines and specifies the implementation of standards, methods, and procedures for inspecting, testing, and evaluating the precision, accuracy, and reliability of the construction and future operation management.
Participates in the reviewing of engineering designs to contribute quality requirements and considerations.
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Develops, implements, and maintains technical quality assurance and control systems and activities.
Defines and specifies the implementation of standards, methods, and procedures for inspecting, testing, and evaluating the precision, accuracy, and reliability of the construction and future operation management.
Participates in the reviewing of engineering designs to contribute quality requirements and considerations.
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Manage and support the implementation of operational standards, preventive maintenance schedules, repair initiatives, and asset replacement programs to ensure optimal facility performance and minimize equipment downtime.
Monitor and continuously improve facility performance by identifying energy-saving opportunities and enhancing Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE).
Maintain an accurate site asset register and ensure all statutory inspections, certifications, and compliance requirements are up to date.
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Support the delivery and completion of data centre construction projects according to approved schedules, budgets, specifications, and client requirements.
Coordinate day-to-day project activities with Project Managers, engineers, consultants, clients, contractors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
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DayOne, a global data center leader, seeks an experienced senior leader to drive strategic and operational excellence for its Johor Bahru campus. The role requires steering large multi-cluster operations, managing the campus budget, and shaping customer relationships with key clients across regions.
The ideal candidate brings 15+ years in data center operations, at least 7 in a senior role, strong leadership, and financial acumen.