Regional Design Director (Digital Infrastructure)

Location: Singapore
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Contact: Ethan Tan
Reference: 2261
Posted: 1 day ago
We are currently representing a leading digital infrastructure and telecommunications firm, backed by a global investor, and is committed to delivering innovative and reliable solutions to our customers across Southeast Asia.

We are seeking an experienced Regional Design Director to lead our design efforts for data centre projects across the region. The successful candidate will have a strong background in electrical or mechanical design, with a proven track record of delivering complex data centre projects in the region.

If you are successful in this role, you will enjoy the following:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunity to work with a leading digital infrastructure and telecommunications firm
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance


Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design team to deliver high-quality, cost-effective, and timely design solutions for data centre projects
- Develop and implement design standards, guidelines, and best practices for data centre design and construction
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including project management, construction, and operations to ensure design alignment and project delivery
- Manage and coordinate with external design consultants, contractors, and vendors to ensure design compliance and quality
- Conduct site visits and inspections to ensure design intent is met and identify areas for improvement
- Develop and manage design budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure project deliverables are met
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends, technologies, and best practices in data centre design and construction

Key Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
- Minimum 10 years of experience in electrical or mechanical design for data centre projects
- Proven track record of delivering complex data centre projects in the regional countries, including Indonesia, Thailand, and Malaysia
- Strong knowledge of data centre design principles, including electrical, mechanical, and thermal systems
- Experience with design and construction standards, including TIA-942, Tier III/IV, and local building codes
- Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills
Ability to travel frequently across the region

Nice to Have:
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
- Professional certification in engineering, such as PE or CEng
- Experience with data centre operations and maintenance
- Knowledge of sustainable design principles and energy-efficient systems
- Familiarity with Building Information Modelling (BIM) and design software, such as Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD


If you are interested to find out more, apply now!