Company Overview
STACK Infrastructure builds, owns, and operates hyperscale and colocation data centers that power the world’s most ambitious technology companies. With a rapidly expanding footprint across APAC, STACK combines deep development expertise, flexible capital, and operational discipline to deliver critical digital infrastructure at scale.
Our clients include the largest hyperscale cloud platforms. We are building a regional platform defined by speed of delivery, power reliability, and long-term partnership — and we are assembling the team to lead that effort.
The Position:
With an expanding portfolio of Development Projects, STACK Japan seeks to hire service manager to our Delivery Team. This Position will be responsible for the delivery of an upcoming Data Centre Project. There will be team formation of SMEs as delivery engineering function, the position to lead this team to ensure engineering support for mainly fit out projects, OSE and LLE, ICT and OT and CX to support from commencement of construction on site. Some of related works will be carried out with design and engineering processes, procurement of consultants and suppliers and contractors.
As a Real Estate / Construction Development Project Delivery expert suitable candidate for this position shall be considered 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. Co-ordinating large project teams of stakeholders, vendors and contractors. The successful candidate will be a detailed focused, forward-thinking leader who is able to be strategic and see the big picture as well as being able to dive into the technical details of the project design, procurement & Construction activities and actions.
The Main Scope of Works:
· Passionate about the Data Center industry and being an innovator, always looking to bring the forefront of technology into our projects to achieve and exceed our Sustainability, Safety & Efficiency goals.
· Design Management- support and work with Director, Design and Engineering on all aspects of engineering design and technical requirements through the life cycle of the project (Tokyo and Osaka). Review design development from advice viewpoint of onsite coordination.
· Support project team for reviewing shop drawings and construction documentations with project designer and engineer for construction stages.
· Construction Management - Support project director and team for LLE and OSE segment of works during construction stages as to lead these segmental projects as project manager.
· Testing and Commissioning – support the Project team, commissioning team with all aspects of testing and commissioning through the process of a successful handover. (L4 and L5)
· Site Engineering – during construction stages, lead as on-site engineering manager to check, review and advice minimizing potential issues and expected difficulties for smooth construction. Maintain STACK technical standards for construction.
· Long Lead Equipment Cost / Procurement / Engineering – support SVP Engineering and Director, Design and Engineering with procurement initiatives in Japan – including vendor relationships, technical specification, cost and lead time.
· For tenant fit-out, work with STACK fit-out manager to ensure that tenant fit-out works will be delivered on time.
· Become coordinator as on site for delivery team with other stakeholders.
Assist with the services coordination between mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, fire, security, and controls disciplines
Provide a point of escalation between site management and site sub-contracted services trades and suppliers
Contribute to the programming of services site works in accordance with the Hickory construction program
Work closely with key services suppliers to ensure delivery of plant and equipment in line with the scheduling of installation services
In conjunction with the Project Manager & Construction Manager, plan and review the overall status of the project on an ongoing basis focused on services trade disciplines
Understand the detailed services design, assist with the explanation of services work to non-services trades and project resources
Ensure the site Project Manager is promptly advised on any services issues or clashes that have the potential to cause delays, variations or disruption to the project contract, timelines, and scope of works
Review and Approve Services trades progress payments, reports and issues.
Implement an Electrical Safety Permit System for safe energization and switching of both HV and LV.
Provide coaching / mentoring in assisting direct reports to develop in their positions
Appropriately delegate tasks to direct reports and ensure that relevant information is communicated enabling them to effectively carry out their functions
Ensure all reasonable steps are taken to always achieve harmony amongst services trades on site
Participate in the development and execution of Site Cx Planning. Attend Factory FOK when requested
Engineer, to take responsibilities of delivery the project for one of electrical, mechanical, pluming, BMS, automation, OT and security to support project managers and director.
Any other ad hoc duties as required
Key Details:
Location: Tokyo, Japan.to
Travel: 15-20%.
Language: Native Japanese; Secondary English (Business Level - Spoken & Written).
5+ years in electrical engineering in Data Centers with at least 3 years within the Japan Market
Must-have Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineer, 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 & 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.
This might be right for you if:
· You don’t get flustered easily. You can juggle multiple high-level priorities with competing timelines while welcoming a new, urgent challenge with ease.
· Are culturally sensitive and enjoy working with a diverse group of individuals from multiple regions.
· You pay attention to the details – meticulously, and every time. Nothing falls through the cracks on your watch.
· You’re collaborative. You enjoy working with others to solve problems – and people enjoy working with you. You can shift from being a leader to a contributor when needed.
· You’re smart. You think five steps ahead and see issues from multiple angles. You’re not just a problem solver – you’re a problem preventer.
Why STACK:
· We offer a competitive compensation package with strong benefits.
· We have a culture of appreciation and recognition.
· We are passionate about what we do and have fun doing it.
· Be part of the growing business and make an impact.
STACK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ALL qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.