Data Centre Design Lead — BIM, Integrated Teams

WSP in the Middle East; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the Middle East seeks a Design Manager to lead multidisciplinary design teams for Data Centre projects in Dubai, guiding architecture, MEP, ICT, and infrastructure through all design stages.

The role emphasizes client liaison, governance, digital design tools, and collaboration with authorities, sub-consultants, and senior stakeholders to deliver safe, compliant, and innovative solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of project/design management experience.
• Strong client-facing experience in a consultancy or engineering setting.
• Solid understanding of multidisciplinary coordination and regional standards.
• Proficiency in BIM and digital design tools (Revit, Navisworks).

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end design for Data Centre projects across architecture, structural, MEP, ICT, life safety and utilities.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to ensure cohesive delivery and alignment with standards.
• Support project manager in communications, scope, schedule and budget.
• Champion design excellence and sustainability per company standards.
• Mentor junior team members and coordinate with subconsultants and external stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Project management

Client-facing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Architecture/PM

Tools

Revit

Navisworks

BIM

Job description

WSP in the Middle East seeks a Design Manager to lead multidisciplinary design teams for Data Centre projects in Dubai, guiding architecture, MEP, ICT, and infrastructure through all design stages.

The role emphasizes client liaison, governance, digital design tools, and collaboration with authorities, sub-consultants, and senior stakeholders to deliver safe, compliant, and innovative solutions.