Imagine working at the forefront of innovation in fluid-flow technology, with over 1,400 colleagues across the globe, and contributing to a legacy of excellence that spans eight manufacturing facilities on four continents. Armstrong Fluid Technology is more than just a leader in our industry; we are a community of the brightest and most creative minds, driven by a shared mission to engineer the future and safeguard our planet.
As part of our team, you'll be immersed in an environment that fosters growth, creativity, and collaboration. Here, you'll have the opportunity to push boundaries, tackle exciting challenges, and develop cutting-edge solutions that promote energy efficiency and reduce environmental impact. Every day offers the chance to make a meaningful contribution to a more sustainable future, driving innovations that help lower global carbon footprints. Together, we’re creating a legacy that goes beyond business—one that’s changing the world for the better.
In this role, he/she will support a major blue-chip technology client, ensuring excellence in execution, manufacturing quality, and project performance across the Southeast Asia region. We are looking for a high-caliber Programme Manager to oversee the delivery of multiple manufacturing projects for integrated mechanical and electrical (M&E) fluid cooling solutions tailored for hyperscale and enterprise data centers. This role will be based in Shanghai, China (with travel across Southeast Asia).
Key Accountabilities
[Programme Leadership & Coordination]
61 Lead a portfolio of concurrent M&E manufacturing projects, acting as the single point of accountability for programme delivery aligned to client timelines, technical specifications, and commercial objectives.
[Client Engagement]
61 Serve as the primary interface with the client’s programme and engineering teams, managing expectations, reporting progress, and ensuring high levels of satisfaction and trust.
[Manufacturing Oversight]
61 Coordinate design handover, procurement, production planning, and factory execution for complex fluid cooling systems (e.g., chilled water systems, pump skids, heat exchangers, containment, pipework assemblies).
[Regional Project Integration]
61 Ensure smooth delivery to site locations across Southeast Asia, including factory acceptance testing (FAT), export logistics, site delivery coordination, and interface with installation and commissioning teams.
[Programme Governance]
61 Develop and maintain programme dashboards, risk registers, cost forecasts, resource plans, and quality compliance trackers.
61 Drive structured governance with internal and client-side stakeholders.
[Commercial Management]
61 Monitor programme budgets, manage scope changes, support contract negotiations, and identify cost-saving and value-engineering opportunities.
[Cross-functional Leadership]
61 Collaborate closely with engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, logistics, QA/QC, and on-site teams to maintain delivery assurance, alignment, and responsiveness.
What We’re Looking For
To thrive in this role, you should bring:
Education and Experience
61 Degree-qualified in Engineering, Mechanical/Electrical, Project Management or related technical discipline.
61 3+ years’ experience delivering M&E or fluid solutions projects, ideally in the data centre, HVAC, or process cooling sectors.
61 Demonstrable experience managing blue-chip customer accounts or hyperscale data centre clients.
61 Knowledge of offsite/modular manufacturing, fluid solutions, and industrial cooling systems.
61 International project delivery experience across Asia or similar regions.
Technical Skills
61 Fluent in English (business-level); Mandarin proficiency is a strong advantage.
61 Project management certification (PRINCE2) preferred.
61 Willing to travel regionally as required.
Soft Skills
61 Customer-focused and commercially astute.
61 Technically literate in M&E fluid systems.
61 Effective communicator with strong stakeholder management skills.
61 Proactive problem-solver with a focus on outcomes and risk mitigation.
61 Adaptable in a fast-paced, multi-cultural environment.
Why Armstrong Fluid Technology?
By joining us, you’ll become part of a global community dedicated to pushing the boundaries of fluid-flow technology while upholding Armstrong's commitment to sustainability. You’ll have endless opportunities to learn, grow, and make a significant impact on the world. Together, we'll build tomorrow’s solutions today.