Project Director (Japan)

STACK seeks to add a Project Director to its Delivery Team to be responsible for the delivery of an upcoming Data Centre Project. The role requires a subject matter expert in the design and delivery of complex facilities, managing all aspects of the project including Design, Procurement, Construction, Cost Control, Change management, Commissioning and project close-out, and co-ordinating large project teams of stakeholders, vendors and contractors. Travel: 15%-20%. Location: Kanto region includes Tokyo, Japan.

Responsibilities

Establish and lead both new and existing development projects, building out project controls, delivery plans, project approach and methodology aligned to STACK Delivery Playbook while considering local market norms; Ensure compliance with STACK standard delivery best practice, project governance and Stage-gate approvals, using Project Delivery Tools and Technology Platform; Work as part of the team providing support, direction and leadership to active project team members within the Delivery team and related departments; Manage appointed General Contractors, Suppliers, Vendors and Consultants on key projects from award through to completion; Maintain and manage cost control and change control processes ensuring project cost control with all contractors and vendors; Develop and maintain project schedules/programmes, identify key critical path activities, manage and agree programmes with all parties and monitor with regular updates; Identify, track and report on all key risks affecting projects, and develop and implement mitigation plans; Develop and maintain working relationships with consultants, contractors and supply vendors in market; Be client facing, interacting with local client teams, developing tailored solutions and providing structured regular reporting on deliverables, progress, Safety and Cost; Be passionate about the Data Center industry and an innovator, bringing advanced technology into projects to achieve Sustainability, Safety and Efficiency goals; Be safety focused at all stages of project delivery, working collaboratively with STACK Safety Leadership; Experienced in Lean Project Management methodologies, tools and processes to drive efficient project teams on fast track delivery; Report to the Country Head of Delivery and work with Regional Leadership and Functional leadership (Engineering, Delivery, Facilities Management, Finance)

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Engineering, Project Management, or relevant built environment field; 10+ years progressive experience in Data Center delivery, with a minimum of 5 years delivering in Japan; Deep experience in data centers, familiarity with hyperscale clients; Working experience leading and collaborating on 3D Design Tools, BIM process and methodology, and implementation of 4D/5D design principles; Deep working experience in Project Management Platforms such as Procore, Clarizen, or equivalent; Experienced and competent in MS Project or Primavera P6; Strong presentation and communication skills; Language: Native Japanese; Secondary English (Business Level - Spoken & Written)