Project Delivery Director (Japan), APAC

Vantage Data Centers

Osaka, Japan

Full Time

Posted March 17, 2026

Climate Technology

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Job Description

Vantage is looking for a driven Project Delivery Director (Japan), APAC to provide overall leadership for our growing project delivery team and key internal stakeholders as we expand within Japan.

Key Responsibilities

Manage campus-wide execution of development projects in Japan from concept through commissioning and prepare various reports on a monthly and/or quarterly basis
Own resource allocation and project workflow for direct reports and third-party workforce
Drive day-to-day construction decisions to resolution
QA/QC work products of direct reports and confirm accuracy. Manage inputs and delivery of work products from internal team members to ensure that new data center spaces comply with all applicable requirements (BOD, specifications, Japanese building codes, fire regulations, lease requirements, etc.)
RFP creation and management for capital projects and customer builds
Establish project budgets and submit approval packages to executive leadership
Support Sales in customer engagement and fulfillment of requirements as tied to leases and manage delivery in accordance with lease obligations
Partner with Senior Director of Construction Cost and Finance to produce monthly project forecasts including variance analyses as well as execution of master service agreements (MSA) and project authorizations for new and existing contractors and vendors
Vendor/Contractor management including qualification and relationship building/maintenance within the Japan construction ecosystem
Review monthly billing with direct reports, confirm substantiation, and audit against budget
Ensure lessons learned are conducted and integrated into feedback loops to drive continuous improvement
Ensure project team complies with VDC project turnover documentation requirements to Operations
Work closely with Operations to coordinate design criteria and construction with ongoing maintenance and operation of existing facilities

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or similar field, or equivalent experience
7–10 years of experience in a management role required, 10 to 15 years preferred
Data center or mission-critical facility experience is required
Experience in CSA (civil, structural, architectural) and MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) construction management is required
Strong understanding of Japanese permitting, entitlement, and regulatory processes
Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management tools such as MS Project or Primavera P6
Business-level Japanese and English language proficiency required
Travel required is expected to be approximately 10–20% within Japan but may increase over time as the business evolves
We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other’s strengths and respecting each other’s weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.
Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.
Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.
Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.