Design Manager (Data Centres)

Black & White Engineering; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & White Engineering is seeking a Design Manager to lead multidisciplinary design teams on large-scale data centre developments. You will guide projects from concept through construction, ensuring technical excellence and strong client collaboration.

Join a rapidly expanding practice with opportunities to influence project outcomes, broaden technical and commercial expertise, and progress into senior leadership roles across international markets.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in Design Management within data centres, mission-critical, construction or building services sectors.
• Strong understanding of multidisciplinary design coordination including MEP and building systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary design teams across concept to construction.
• Coordinate design activities to maintain technical excellence at all stages.
• Work with clients, consultants and delivery teams to shape solutions balancing performance, sustainability and commercial needs.
• Influence key project decisions and drive design quality on large-scale data centre projects.

Skills

Design management

Stakeholder management

Project coordination

MEP coordination

Programme management

Education

Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture

Tools

BIM

Autodesk Revit

Job description

Are you an experienced Design Manager looking to make a greater impact on some of the world's most complex and technologically advanced projects? This is an opportunity to take a leading role in the delivery of large-scale data centre developments, working at the forefront of an industry that powers global digital transformation.

As Design Manager, you'll be trusted to coordinate multidisciplinary design teams, guide projects from concept through construction, and ensure technical excellence is maintained at every stage. You'll work closely with clients, consultants and delivery teams, influencing key decisions and helping shape solutions that balance performance, innovation, sustainability and commercial success.

Whether you're motivated by leading high-performing teams, solving complex technical challenges, or advancing your career within a rapidly growing data centre specialist, this role offers the platform, responsibility and support to help you achieve your ambitions.

What's in It for You

Lead High-Profile Data Centre Projects – Take ownership of the design process across large-scale, mission-critical data centre developments, working alongside industry-leading engineers, consultants and contractors.

Broaden Your Technical & Commercial Expertise – Gain exposure to the full project lifecycle, balancing technical excellence with programme, cost and client requirements to deliver successful project outcomes.

Influence Project Success – Your ability to coordinate multidisciplinary design teams and manage stakeholder relationships will directly impact project performance, quality and delivery.

Career Growth Opportunities – Join a rapidly expanding business operating across international markets, offering genuine opportunities to progress into senior design, project, operational or leadership roles.

Collaborative Environment – Work with highly experienced specialists across Mechanical, Electrical, Structural, BIM and Sustainability disciplines, sharing knowledge and developing new skills every day.

Deliver Industry-Leading Solutions – Be part of projects that support the digital economy while contributing to innovative, sustainable and technically advanced data centre developments.

• Degree qualified in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in Design Management within the data centre, mission-critical, construction or building services sectors.
• Strong understanding of multidisciplinary design coordination, including MEP and building systems.
• Experience managing stakeholder relationships across clients, consultants, contractors and internal project teams.
• Excellent programme management, communication and organisational skills.
• Knowledge of data centre design standards, construction processes and project delivery methodologies.

In addition, you will be joining a community that focuses on learning and development through regular lunch and learn sessions, investment in accredited professional courses or educational programmes. You can set the pace for your professional development, and whatever path you choose, you will receive relevant support.

Company Overview

Black & White Engineering is a multi-award-winning engineering consultancy with offices across the UK, Europe, the Middle East and Asia Pacific.

We are a leading provider of engineering design services for the data centre sector, delivering expertise across Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP), Civil and Structural, Power Systems, Sustainability, BIM, Design Management and wider specialist infrastructure disciplines.

Our teams support projects across all areas of the construction industry, offering practical, efficient design solutions that prioritise real-world installation, maintenance and operational performance.

As one of the fastest-growing consultancies in our industry, we offer genuine opportunities for progression—many of our engineers have developed into leadership roles as the business has expanded. Joining Black & White means making a meaningful impact with clients and colleagues, while receiving the recognition you deserve.