Senior Design Manager

Senior Design Manager- Data Centers

DataX Connect are partnered with a leading data center developer offering innovative and adaptive data center solutions for global hyperscale customers, focusing on flexible and scalable data center designs and build-to-scale projects.

This opportunity will be based out of Dallas or Chicago, with travel of up to 25%. Travel may be required to support additional projects and pursuits.

Due to growth and further investments to the business, they are looking to hire an experienced Senior Design Manager to support all aspects of major technical programs that are targeting both colocation and hyperscale builds, including oversight of employees and third-party organizations engaged in the preconstruction, design and construction phases.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead/coordinate onboarding of third-party design team and creation of design schedule to support project needs.
• Manage budgets, contracts, and schedules to ensure project success.
• In conjunction with CM, supports day-to-day program activities and initiatives.
• Work with leading trade partners, general contractors, and authorities to ensure seamless delivery.
• Conduct technical review of construction plans with understanding of architectural design within data center environment.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or equivalent
• 9+ years progressive experience in successfully managing commercial construction project design programs, with data center experience strongly preferred.
• Advanced experience in Excel, Smartsheets and/or AutoCAD.
• Management of design teams.
• May travel, at times, up to 25%

Why Join them?

• Work on industry-leading hyperscale projects.
• Be part of a high-growth, fast-paced environment.
• Competitive compensation & career advancement opportunities.