Description
Project Manager – AI Data Center Infrastructure (Construction) | Sydney, Australia
Location: Sydney, Australia (must be Sydney-based)
Experience: 5+ years in Data Center / Mission Critical construction delivery
The Role
We're hiring a Project Manager to deliver AI data center infrastructure construction in Sydney. You'll lead fast-paced, high-dependency projects in live or new-build data center environments—driving safe, compliant, on-time delivery of high-density AI-ready infrastructure (power, cooling, white space readiness, commissioning readiness, and handover). You will own disciplined execution across construction processes, document control governance, and contract administration.
What you'll do
* Lead end-to-end construction delivery Projects for AI / high-density data center infrastructure in Australia.
* Manage contractors and specialist vendors across MEP, controls/BMS, fire, security, and network readiness and fit-out works.
* Own construction workflows: RFIs, submittals, ITPs, NCRs, inspections, punch lists, closeout.
* Drive commissioning readiness and handover: test packs, SAT/FAT evidence, as-builts, O&M manuals, training, and turnover to operations.
* Lead document control governance: version control, approvals, traceability, registers, and audit-ready dossiers.
* Manage contracts and commercial change: scope compliance, variations, EOTs, claims, and progress claims support (with QS/commercial teams).
* Run project cadence and reporting: weekly updates, RAID logs, action tracking, escalation of blockers, executive-ready reporting.
What we're looking for (must-have)
* 5+ years delivering data center construction and/or mission-critical infrastructure.
* Strong experience in construction execution, document control, and contract administration.
* Proven ability to manage contractors/vendors on tight schedules with complex dependencies.
* Strong understanding of MEP/critical systems delivery and construction-to-commissioning handover.
* Proficiency with project/document platforms (e.g., Aconex, Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, SharePoint) and strong MS Office skills.
* Must be based in Sydney.
Nice to have
* High-density / AI-ready delivery exposure (accelerated fit-outs, constrained power/cooling, tight commissioning windows).
* PMP/Prince2 or construction/engineering qualification.
Qualifications
Career Level - IC3