Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager – Global Data Infrastructure Leader

Location: Inzai, Japan (with travel across Japan as required)
Salary: Competitive + performance bonus + benefits package
 

Join a global technology leader delivering excellence in mission-critical data centre projects. Our client is a world-leading provider of integrated real estate, facility, and technology solutions for data centre owners, occupiers, and investors. With operations spanning more than 100 countries and a dedicated data centre business line, they deliver fully integrated solutions across the entire data centre lifecycle — from design and construction to operations and optimisation.

As part of continued growth in Japan, they are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead and deliver small to large-scale projects across data centre sites nationwide. This role offers the opportunity to manage technically complex and business-critical projects within live operational environments, supporting the expansion of world-class digital infrastructure.

About the Role

The Senior Project Manager will provide strategic leadership, commercial oversight, and project delivery management for key data centre developments. Working closely with clients, internal teams, and external partners, you’ll ensure all projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget while exceeding quality and performance expectations.

You will report to the APAC Head of Projects, supported by local and regional project teams, and collaborate with contract managers, engineers, and key stakeholders across multiple disciplines.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of data centre construction and infrastructure projects from concept through completion.
• Align Japanese building and equipment standards with global client and company standards.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to define scope, assess feasibility, and deliver tailored project solutions.
• Lead the tender process, including bid analysis, contractor evaluation, and award recommendations.
• Oversee budget, schedule, and quality control, ensuring project profitability and customer satisfaction.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate statutory, commercial, and operational risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure full adherence to Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental (QHSE) standards and internal project management frameworks.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to achieve project objectives.
• Support implementation and transition activities, ensuring smooth customer acceptance and handover.
• Promote and uphold company values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence across all interactions.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• Minimum 5 years’ project management experience within M&E, construction, or critical environment sectors.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering projects in live data centre or industrial settings.
• Mandatory Japanese Certified Construction Management Engineer License (Electrical or Mechanical).
• Formal project management qualification preferred (e.g. PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of the Japanese supplier, contractor, and consulting markets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Japanese and English.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen with experience managing project budgets and profitability.
• Proficient in MS Office, MS Teams, and MS Project.

Skills & Attributes

• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Strong interpersonal abilities and the confidence to build trusted client relationships.
• Organised, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities effectively.
• Adaptable to change, with a proactive and solutions-driven approach.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Motivated, collaborative, and results-focused.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a global data centre leader delivering projects for some of the world’s largest technology clients. You’ll work within a high-performance culture, managing complex, mission-critical environments and contributing to the continued growth of digital infrastructure in Japan and across the Asia-Pacific region.