Vertex Search Hiring! Full Time Project Development - Data Center in - Ricebowl

Job Title: Project Development – Data Centre

Location: Singapore

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end development of data centre projects, from site identification and feasibility through to construction readiness and handover
• Identify, evaluate and secure suitable sites, assessing power availability, connectivity, land tenure, zoning and expansion potential
• Manage land acquisition, leasing and permitting processes, coordinating with landowners, authorities and legal advisors
• Oversee grid connection and power procurement strategy, engaging utilities and energy providers to secure reliable and cost-effective supply
• Drive project feasibility studies, including technical, commercial, environmental and regulatory assessments
• Develop and maintain project budgets, schedules and development plans, tracking milestones and managing risks
• Coordinate with engineering, design and construction teams to ensure designs meet capacity, efficiency and sustainability targets
• Manage relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, utilities, contractors, consultants and community partners
• Support commercial negotiations, including EPC, O&M, and customer/offtake agreements
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity and demand dynamics to inform pipeline and expansion strategy
• Prepare development approval papers and present recommendations to senior management and investment committees
• Other duties as assigned

Essential Qualifications:

• Degree in Engineering, Real Estate, Business, or a related field
• 8+ years of experience in project development within data centres, digital infrastructure, power, or large-scale real estate/infrastructure projects
• Strong understanding of the data centre development lifecycle, including site selection, power, permitting and construction
• Proven track record of managing complex development projects from origination through execution
• Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation and communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously

Desired Experience:

• Experience developing hyperscale or colocation data centre facilities
• Familiarity with power infrastructure, grid connection processes and renewable energy procurement
• Knowledge of regional regulatory frameworks and permitting requirements across Southeast Asia
• Exposure to sustainability and ESG considerations in data centre design and operations
• Experience working with hyperscalers, cloud providers or enterprise customers

Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive remuneration package commensurate with seniority and experience
• Performance-linked incentive structure
• High-visibility role with broad exposure across a growing data centre development portfolio

Application Process

If you possess the necessary qualifications and are interested in this opportunity, please submit your application along with your resume to *************