Project Manager (Modular and Supply Chain)

Project Manager – Modular Delivery and Supply Chain
Tokyo, Japan


This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to oversee modular delivery and supply chain responsibilities within a major infrastructure programme based in Tokyo. The role will appeal to professionals with a background in data centre or advanced facility projects who enjoy coordinating complex procurement and vendor activities.


Location and Working Pattern
Based in Tokyo, Japan. Hybrid working may be considered depending on project requirements.



Client Overview
Our client is a global engineering and project delivery organisation, recognised for leading large-scale infrastructure and advanced facility developments. They are currently expanding their presence in Japan and seeking experienced professionals to support the delivery of modular and prefabricated systems as part of a high-profile programme.



Responsibilities

• Develop procurement and market engagement plans with the client, programme leads and technical specialists.
• Identify packages suited to modular, prefabricated or traditional delivery.
• Coordinate supplier market engagement, prequalification, tendering, bid evaluation and award readiness.
• Lead modular design integration with selected vendors and suppliers, ensuring coordination with equipment, building and site interfaces.
• Manage long-lead procurement schedules, manufacturing progress, inspection and testing activities.
• Oversee Japan localisation requirements, including import, transport and installation planning.
• Track vendor capacity, material availability, quality and schedule performance, escalating risks early.
• Coordinate commissioning requirements, documentation, training, testing support and project close-out.
• Capture lessons learned and vendor performance data for future project use.

Must‑have Requirements

• Proven experience in data centre or advanced-facility procurement, OEM coordination or modular/prefabricated delivery.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems (e.g. transformers, switchgear, UPS, cooling or control systems).
• Demonstrable experience in vendor qualification, tender evaluation, logistics and manufacturing schedule control.
• Understanding of design-for-manufacture and assembly coordination with site and commissioning teams.
• Japanese language proficiency at JLPT N2 level or above (N1 preferred).

Nice‑to‑have Skills

• Experience managing high-value procurement packages or vendor strategies across multiple projects.
• Prior work on mission-critical or fast-track construction programmes.
• Familiarity with Japan’s import, transport and site logistics regulations.

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