Project Engineer (Civil) - Data Center

Job Position

Project Engineer (Civil) - Data Center

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all on-site civil, structural, and architectural construction activities for data center projects, from site preparation to building handover.
• Civil Site Supervision: Manage site preparation, earthworks, soil improvement, piling, foundations, and reinforced concrete and steel structures, ensuring alignment with project plans, technical specifications, and timelines.
• Data Center Building Works: Oversee construction of data halls, electrical and mechanical rooms, raised floors, roofing, and building envelope works, with attention to floor load capacity for heavy rack and equipment loads, waterproofing, and dust-free finishes.
• Infrastructure & Site Works: Supervise equipment foundations and pads (generators, transformers, chillers, fuel tanks), cable trenches, duct banks, roads, drainage, retention ponds, fencing, and perimeter security structures.
• Construction Quality & Safety Compliance: Ensure all civil works comply with Thai building regulations, local and international standards (e.g. ACI, ASTM, EIT), and safety protocols, including excavation, working at height, and heavy lifting.
• Quality Control & Testing: Implement inspection and test plans (ITP), including pile load and integrity tests, soil compaction tests, concrete cube/cylinder tests, and survey checks; manage non-conformance and corrective actions.
• Technical Review & Problem-Solving: Review civil and structural drawings, geotechnical reports, and method statements; coordinate embedded items, openings, and sleeves with MEP trades to prevent rework.
• Material & Resource Management: Track, foresee, and address the availability of concrete, rebar, structural steel, and precast elements, as well as construction equipment and manpower.
• Coordination & Communication: Work closely with the project team, contractors, consultants, vendors and key stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.
• Progress Monitoring & Reporting: Track project milestones, prepare daily/weekly site reports, and provide updates to senior management and stakeholders.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Maintain effective communication with local authorities, subcontractors, and project teams to facilitate seamless operations.
• Permits & Approvals: Support building permits, environmental requirements, and inspections with local authorities.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field. A Thai Professional Engineer license (COE) is a plus.
• Minimum 3-10 years of experience in large-scale infrastructure, industrial, or building construction projects (experience in data center projects is a plus but not required).
• Strong technical knowledge of geotechnical works, foundations, reinforced concrete and steel structures, and site infrastructure.
• Understanding of how civil works support data center power systems, cooling solutions, and network infrastructure (equipment loads, cable routes, and building services).
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and cross-cultural communication skills.