Abi Holmes
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Equinix, effectively managing over 100MW of IT power capacity across APAC. Skilled in vendor management and cross-regional collaboration, resulting in over USD 10.5M in cost savings. Committed to driving process improvements and delivering innovative, customer-centric solutions for global data center development.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Design Delivery, Director
Equinix Singapore Pte Ltd
01.2023 - Current
- Lead the end-to-end design and delivery of 100MW+ IT power capacity across APAC, ensuring adherence to cost, schedule, and quality metrics
- Develop and execute scalable design strategies aligned with business growth and sustainability goals
- Manage a diverse portfolio of cross-regional data center projects, navigating local regulatory challenges and complex stakeholder environments
- Lead multidisciplinary teams, driving a culture of accountability, innovation, and technical excellence
- Spearhead vendor negotiations and risk mitigation to ensure high-quality, cost-effective outcomes
- Implement data-driven performance monitoring, optimizing design efficiencies and accelerating timelines
- Delivered USD 10.5M+ in cost savings through innovative design optimizations and strategic vendor management
- Strengthened cross-regional collaboration to standardize design strategies, reducing inefficiencies
APAC Data Center Design Engineer (Lead)
Amazon Web Services Singapore Pte Ltd
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Managed 15+ concurrent projects, driving 500MW+ of IT power delivery in hyperscale environments
- Designed critical infrastructure systems, including MV distribution, generators, UPS, transformers, and grounding
- Led contract negotiations, vendor management, and cost control initiatives, optimizing project budgets
- Built cross-functional partnerships with global teams, ensuring alignment with AWS technical standards
- Played an integral role in hiring and talent development, strengthening technical teams
- USD 500K in cost efficiencies achieved through process optimization and technical interventions
- Built a reputation as a trusted project leader, driving customer-centric solutions and operational excellence
Senior Engineer
DSCO Group Pte Ltd
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Spearheaded the design, testing, and commissioning of electrical infrastructure for mission-critical facilities
- Led the execution of a 60MW data center project for a Fortune 500 company
- Drove business growth by increasing repeat client engagement by 4x through delivery excellence
Principal MEP
Edge Consulting Engineers Sdn Bhd
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Built a high-performing MEP division, expanding the team from zero to five and driving USD 225K in revenue
- Secured large-scale international clients, including MNCs and government-funded projects
- Led the design and execution of high-rise developments, amusement parks, and commercial facilities
Principal Electrical Engineer
Mott MacDonald (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd
01.2015 - 01.2016
Senior Engineer
Mott MacDonald (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd
01.2014 - 01.2015
Project Manager
CST Asia Sdn Bhd
01.2013 - 01.2014
Senior Electrical Engineer
KTA Tenaga Sdn Bhd
01.2010 - 01.2013
Electrical Engineer
KTA Tenaga Sdn Bhd
01.2005 - 01.2010
Education
B. Eng - Electrical Engineering (Hons)
University of Malaya
01.2005
Diploma - Electrical Power Engineering
Politeknik Sultan Abdul Halim Mu’adzam Shah
01.2000
Skills
- Executive Leadership and Strategy
- Vendor management
- Regulatory compliance
- Process improvement
- Cross-regional team leadership
- Global Data Center and Infrastructure Development
- Portfolio and Program Management
- Multidisciplinary Engineering Leadership
- Stakeholder and vendor engagement
- CAPEX/OPEX optimization
Speaking Engagements And Industry Contributions
- Presented at paper at WiSET 2018 Kuala Lumpur, Elevating Women in Engineering Practices, 01/01/18
- IEM Malaysia Committee Member for Urban Engineering Development Special Interest Group, 2018 - 2019
Timeline
Regional Design Delivery, Director
Equinix Singapore Pte Ltd
01.2023 - Current
APAC Data Center Design Engineer (Lead)
Amazon Web Services Singapore Pte Ltd
01.2020 - 01.2023
Senior Engineer
DSCO Group Pte Ltd
01.2019 - 01.2020
Principal MEP
Edge Consulting Engineers Sdn Bhd
01.2016 - 01.2018
Principal Electrical Engineer
Mott MacDonald (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd
01.2015 - 01.2016
Senior Engineer
Mott MacDonald (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd
01.2014 - 01.2015
Project Manager
CST Asia Sdn Bhd
01.2013 - 01.2014
Senior Electrical Engineer
KTA Tenaga Sdn Bhd
01.2010 - 01.2013
Electrical Engineer
KTA Tenaga Sdn Bhd
01.2005 - 01.2010
B. Eng - Electrical Engineering (Hons)
University of Malaya
Diploma - Electrical Power Engineering
Politeknik Sultan Abdul Halim Mu’adzam Shah
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