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Data Center Design Manager

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Data Center Design Manager

Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Data Center Design Manager to lead the end-to-end design process for mission-critical facilities. If you possess strong leadership capabilities, technical expertise in electrical and cooling systems, and a passion for innovative design, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the entire design lifecycle from Schematic Design (SD) through Issued for Construction (IFC), ensuring alignment with project goals.
  • Coordinate and oversee external design partner contracts, ensuring scope, schedule, and deliverables meet project requirements.
  • Lead weekly design team meetings, provide constructive feedback, resolve issues, and facilitate collaboration with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).
  • Conduct page turn reviews, coordinate meetings, and ensure all comments are recorded and addressed.
  • Review, track, and ensure the accuracy, constructability, and timely release of all design deliverables.
  • Escalate scope, schedule, or budget-impacting design changes to stakeholders for decision-making.
  • Support supply chain activities by reviewing vendor proposals and ensuring design compliance.
  • Manage, review, and approve all design bulletins in collaboration with the construction team.
  • Collaborate with Sales and Solutions Engineering teams to provide design input on customer RFPs.
  • Assist during lessons learned workshops to identify improvements for future projects.
  • Perform site visits for field investigations, constructability reviews, and coordination meetings.
  • Provide daily updates on design progress, risks, and priorities via collaboration platforms.
  • Ensure all design documents meet client and regulatory standards, including NEC, NFPA, ASHRAE, TIA-942, and Uptime Institute.
  • Promote safety principles within design practices and lead QA/QC efforts to validate system efficiency, scalability, and resilience.

Requirements

  • 8–12+ years of experience in design management or engineering leadership, with at least 5 years in data center or mission-critical facilities.
  • Proven ability to manage external design partners and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Demonstrated success in delivering large-scale, MEP-intensive projects valued at $100M+ .
  • Strong expertise in electrical distribution (UPS, switchgear, generators), cooling systems (chillers, CRAH/CRAC, cooling towers), and fire protection.
  • Proficiency with BIM tools (Revit, Navisworks), collaboration platforms (MS Teams, Procore), and scheduling tools (Procore, P6, Primavera).
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.
  • educational background includes a degree in engineering or a related field, with relevant certifications being a plus.
  • Additional skills such as familiarity with commissioning requirements and design for integrated systems testing are advantageous.
  • Willingness to perform site visits and engage with clients and stakeholders regularly.

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