Project Manager - Datacentres

Daikin Middle East & Africa is a subsidiary of Daikin Industries Ltd. and the leading provider of heating, cooling, ventilation, air purification, and refrigeration technology. The company designs, manufactures and brings to market a broad portfolio of equipment, as well as tailor-made solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial purposes in Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). To date, Daikin EMEA has over 12 000 employees across more than 59 consolidated subsidiaries. It has 12 major manufacturing facilities based in Belgium, the Czech Republic, Germany, Italy, Spain, Turkey, Austria, and the UK. Our aim is to drive sustainable and effective solutions, sparking a good climate for the generations to come. And all this can only be achieved because of our People.

About the Role

The Project Manager – Datacentres, based in Riyadh, will be responsible for leading the delivery of data centre HVAC projects throughout the project lifecycle, from design development through project execution, commissioning, and handover. The role ensures technical compliance, on-time delivery, adherence to quality standards, and customer satisfaction while serving as the primary point of coordination between internal teams, consultants, contractors, developers, and service operations to ensure successful project delivery.

How You Will Make an Impact

You will lead the successful delivery of data centre HVAC projects across all phases of the project lifecycle, ensuring technical excellence, operational efficiency, on-time delivery, quality, and customer satisfaction, key responsibilities will include:

Design Stage Management

• Lead the project during the design development phase, ensuring Daikin solutions meet project specifications and client requirements.
• Coordinate closely with the Product Management and Engineering teams to review equipment selections, technical submittals, and design compliance.
• Follow up with MEP consultants, design consultants, and project stakeholders to secure approvals and ensure Daikin products are specified.
• Identify technical risks and propose value engineering opportunities while maintaining performance and reliability requirements.
• Monitor design progress and ensure timely submission of technical documents.

Execution Stage Management

• Manage project execution from order confirmation through commissioning and handover.
• Coordinate with main contractors, MEP contractors, project developers, and consultants to ensure smooth project implementation.
• Monitor project schedules, milestones, and deliverables to achieve on-time completion.
• Ensure equipment delivery, installation, testing, and commissioning activities are executed according to project requirements.
• Resolve technical and commercial issues arising during project execution in collaboration with internal departments.
• Conduct regular project meetings and provide progress reports to management.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Work closely with the Service team to ensure seamless commissioning, performance testing, warranty support, and project handover.
• Coordinate with Sales, Supply Chain, Logistics, Factory, and Finance teams to maintain project schedules and commercial objectives.
• Ensure all project documentation, approvals, variation orders, and close-out documents are completed accurately.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with project specifications, Daikin standards, and applicable international data centre standards.
• Monitor project quality, safety, and environmental requirements throughout execution.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and capture lessons learned for future projects.

What You Need to Succeed

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years' experience in HVAC project management, including data centre or other mission-critical facility projects.
• PMP certification is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of chilled water systems, precision cooling, CRAH/CRAC units, heat rejection systems, and commissioning processes.
• Experience working with consultants, contractors, and developers on large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong project management and leadership capabilities.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Technical expertise in HVAC systems for mission-critical facilities.
• Strong planning, scheduling, and risk management skills.
• Commercial awareness with knowledge of contract administration.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, and Microsoft Office applications.

Good climate starts with people 

Our employees are the beating heart of our company. At Daikin, you get to work in a positive environment backed by trust, creativity and continuous improvement. Together, we create our top-quality solutions by empowering talented teams. You will get plenty of opportunities to learn and grow. We are deeply committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace culture that reflects the communities we serve. Good climate starts with people.