Senior Design Manager

Access Talent Group; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy is seeking a Senior Design Project Manager to lead multi-disciplinary data centre design projects in Amsterdam. This role involves managing complex design processes, coordinating teams, and ensuring project success from concept to completion. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in design management with a focus on data centre projects, strong technical knowledge, and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in design or project management.
• At least 3 years in data centre or mission-critical projects.
• Proficient in project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full design process for large-scale projects.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including architectural and engineering.
• Serve as the primary client interface for project alignment.

Skills

Data centre design knowledge

Project management skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Degree in architecture, engineering, or a related discipline

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Aconex

Job description

Competitive Salary, Career Development, Car Allowance, Pension

The Senior Design Project Manager will be responsible for leading complex, multi-disciplinary data centre design projects from concept through to completion. Acting as the primary liaison between clients, internal teams, and external consultants, this role ensures the successful execution of design intent, program objectives, and technical excellence.

This is an opportunity to join a high-performing team working on some of the most technical and mission‑critical facilities in the built environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full design process for large‑scale data centre projects (across RIBA stages 0–7 or equivalent).
• Coordinate internal and external multidisciplinary teams, including architectural, MEP, structural, security, and fire consultants.
• Oversee project schedules, budgets, deliverables, and design quality.
• Serve as the primary client interface, ensuring alignment on goals, progress, and project direction.
• Facilitate design reviews, approvals, risk assessments, and value engineering processes.
• Implement robust project controls and change management protocols.
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards, codes, and client‑specific technical requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in design or project management, with at least 3 years in data centre or mission‑critical projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of data centre design, including MEP systems, resilience strategies, and space planning.
• Proven track record of managing complex design teams and delivering high‑value projects.
• Effective communicator with strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Familiarity with relevant standards and certifications (e.g. Uptime Institute, ASHRAE, EN 50600).
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g. MS Project, Primavera, Aconex).
• Degree qualified in architecture, engineering, or a related discipline.
• Professional certifications (e.g. PMP, APM, RIBA, or equivalent) are advantageous.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance‑based incentives.
• Flexible working arrangements (hybrid or remote, depending on location and project needs).
• Opportunities for professional growth and continued learning.
• Exposure to industry‑leading clients and cutting‑edge infrastructure projects.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.

Salary: Competitive
Sector: Datacentre
Contract Type: Permanent
Town/City: Netherlands