Project Director, Data Center Development
Job Title: Project Director - Data Center Development
Location: Bangkok, Thailand
Role Overview
The client is seeking a seasoned Project Director to lead the end-to-end development of hyperscale and enterprise-grade data center projects in Thailand. This role requires a unique blend of technical expertise, strategic foresight, and stakeholder management to drive projects from site selection through to pre-construction readiness.
Key Responsibilities
Technical & Industry Expertise
- Lead site selection and due diligence, evaluating power availability, fiber connectivity, land use, zoning, environmental impact, and water access.
- Oversee data center design reviews, ensuring alignment with Tier standards, cooling technologies, modular construction, and sustainability goals.
- Ensure full regulatory compliance, including EIA submissions, permitting, and adherence to local building and utility codes.
Strategic & Commercial Acumen
- Conduct project feasibility analysis, including CapEx/OpEx modeling, IRR, NPV, and sensitivity analysis.
- Develop compelling business cases and investment memos for internal and board-level approvals.
- Drive land and power acquisition strategies, negotiating land deals, exclusivity terms, and substation or PPA agreements.
Stakeholder & Partner Management
- Engage with government agencies, energy regulators, and utility providers to secure project approvals and infrastructure commitments.
- Manage a network of brokers, legal advisors, EPC contractors, and technical consultants throughout the project lifecycle.
- Collaborate with hyperscaler and enterprise customers to align project specifications with early-stage demand.
Project Leadership & Execution
- Lead the development lifecycle from land scouting to shovel-ready status.
- Coordinate across legal, finance, engineering, and commercial teams to ensure alignment and execution.
- Identify and mitigate risks early, particularly around permitting, grid timelines, and land acquisition.
Soft Skills & Leadership
- Demonstrate strong negotiation and communication skills, especially in JV, land, and utility agreements
- Apply analytical thinking to make sound decisions based on complex technical and commercial data.
- Lead and inspire cross-functional teams, influencing internal stakeholders and external partners alike.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Real Estate, Business, or a related field.
- 15+ years of experience in data center development
- Proven track record in delivering large-scale, capital-intensive projects in Southeast Asia.
- Fluency in Thai and English is highly preferred.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit an application along with an updated CV detailing your relevant experience to this job ad.
(EA:R22111317)
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