Data Center Operator

This is an opportunity to contribute to the development and delivery of large-scale hyperscale and colocation data center projects in Japan for a rapidly expanding global data center platform.

We are supporting a leading global data center operator in hiring a Data Center Operator to join its project delivery team in Japan.

The company develops, owns, and operates data centers supporting some of the world's largest technology and cloud infrastructure companies. With continued expansion across the Asia-Pacific region, the company is strengthening its project delivery capabilities to support the growing demand for digital infrastructure.

As a Data Center Operator, you will be involved in the end-to-end delivery of data center development projects across Japan, covering design, procurement, construction, cost and schedule management, commissioning, and project handover.

You will work closely with general contractors, design consultants, suppliers, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered in line with technical requirements, budgets, schedules, quality standards, and safety expectations.

You will be responsible for:

・Data center development project planning and delivery

・Design, procurement, construction, and commissioning coordination

・Project cost control and change management

・Project scheduling, critical path management, and progress reporting

・Management of general contractors, suppliers, vendors, and consultants

・Project risk identification and mitigation

・Stakeholder and customer coordination

・Project governance and delivery standards

・BIM, 3D design, and project management tool utilization

・Health, safety, and environmental compliance

This role offers exposure to complex, large-scale data center developments, including projects supporting hyperscale customers.

You will work within a global project delivery organization, collaborating with regional leadership and cross-functional teams across engineering, delivery, facilities management, and finance.

◼️ Requirements

Project Delivery Experience:

10 years of experience in data center development, design, and construction project delivery.

At least 5 years of experience in the Japanese market.

Technical Experience:

Strong understanding of data center development, design, and construction, with experience in large-scale or hyperscale data center projects.

Project Management:

Proven experience managing end-to-end project delivery, including design, procurement, construction, cost control, scheduling, and commissioning.

Design & Project Tools:

Practical experience with 3D design tools, BIM processes and methodologies, and 4D/5D design principles.

Proficiency in Microsoft Project or Primavera P6 is expected.

Language:

Native-level Japanese and business-level English, both written and spoken.