Infrastructure Project Manager

Lead Project Manager – Data Center Infrastructure (Server Refresh) (APAC region) Location: Hyderabad (In the office)/Malaysia (Remote) Experience Level: Senior Level (15-20yrs) About the Role We are looking for an experienced Lead Project Manager – Data Center Infrastructure to drive global end-to-end server refresh and infrastructure deployment initiatives. In this role, you will lead complex, large-scale deployments from hardware procurement and global installation to application migration and eco-friendly e-waste decommissioning. You will act as the key operational bridge between global vendors, data center facilities managers, and application teams to keep our global footprint modern, efficient, and resilient. Key Responsibilities Global Hardware & Vendor Management: Partner with hardware suppliers and international installation vendors to coordinate seamless worldwide equipment delivery and setup. Facilities & Infrastructure Resolution : Work directly with data center management teams to troubleshoot and resolve critical physical installation constraints, including power capacity, rack density, cabling, and patching. Lifecycle & E-Waste Management: Coordinate with authorized e-waste partners to ensure decommissioned assets undergo certified destruction and compliant e-waste handling. Cross-Functional Stakeholder Negotiation: Negotiate and align schedules with application owners and business units to establish site maintenance, blackout periods, and migration windows without disrupting operations. Migration Tracking & Readiness: Oversee application migration completion timelines to ensure legacy sites are fully ready for decommissioning and asset disposal. Process Optimization: Proactively evaluate installation workflows and change management processes to recommend improvements, drive efficiency, and accelerate project velocity. What We Are Looking For Overall Experience: 15-20 years of proven project management experience leading complex tech infrastructure programs. Domain Expertise: At least 8 years of hands-on experience specifically focused on data center hardware installation and server refreshes. Global Coordination: Demonstrated experience managing vendor relationships across international regions and multiple time zones. Technical Depth: Deep working knowledge of core data center physical layer components (power delivery, rack space allocation, network patching, facilities setup). Soft Skills & Negotiation: Exceptional negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills, especially when managing customer blackout windows and downtime schedules.