Project Manager (IT Infrastructure & Data Center)
Plans and delivers IT infrastructure and data center projects at factory and enterprise customer sites — server rooms, hot/cold aisle containment, cooling, UPS/power distribution, and fiber/UTP structured cabling. Day to day: scheduling, on-site supervision, contractor coordination, and customer communication.
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Penang
- Work setup
- Onsite
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Contract
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Category
- Project management
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in IT, Computer Science, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Management, or related field
- Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in IT infrastructure, data center implementation, factory infrastructure projects, or technical project management
- Proven experience managing IT infrastructure projects: scheduling, site supervision, contractor coordination, customer communication
- Good understanding of data center infrastructure: server rooms, hot/cold aisle containment, cooling systems, UPS, power distribution
- Hands-on experience or practical knowledge in fiber optic and UTP structured cabling installation
- Strong project planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to independently manage multiple project activities and coordinate cross-functional teams
- Good communication and interpersonal skills with customers, contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders
- Own transport and willingness to travel to customer sites
Nice to have
- PMP, PRINCE2, or other relevant project management certifications
Full description
About the role
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to plan, coordinate, and manage IT infrastructure and data center implementation projects, primarily within factory and enterprise environments. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of data center infrastructure, including server rooms, hot/cold aisle containment, cooling systems, power distribution, and structured cabling systems such as fiber optic and UTP cabling. This role requires the ability to independently manage project schedules, supervise on-site activities, coordinate with customers and contractors, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and in accordance with quality and safety requirements.
Job Highlights
- Opportunity to lead enterprise IT infrastructure, data center, and factory infrastructure projects.
- Hands-on involvement in data center facilities, including hot/cold aisle containment, cooling systems, power distribution, and structured cabling.
- Manage end-to-end project delivery, from planning and scheduling to site supervision, implementation, and handover.
- Work closely with customers, contractors, vendors, and engineering teams to ensure successful project execution.
- Opportunity to take ownership of large-scale IT infrastructure projects and develop technical project management expertise.
Key responsibilities
- 1. Project Planning & Management
- Develop and manage project schedules, milestones, resource allocation, and implementation plans.
- Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement corrective actions to minimize delays.
- Manage project scope, deliverables, documentation, and handover activities.
2. Data Center & IT Infrastructure Projects
- Coordinate and oversee data center and server room construction and implementation.
- Manage infrastructure-related activities, including hot/cold aisle containment, cooling systems, UPS, power distribution, and rack installation.
- Work closely with engineering teams and contractors to ensure installations comply with project specifications and technical requirements.
3. Factory Network & Structured Cabling
- Manage factory-wide fiber optic backbone and UTP structured cabling projects.
- Coordinate cable routing, installation, termination, labeling, testing, and acceptance activities.
- Supervise MDF/IDF room preparation, network rack installation, and related infrastructure works.
4. Site Supervision & Quality Control
- Supervise daily on-site construction and installation activities.