Senior Manager, Design Delivery

Equinix; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global digital infrastructure provider is seeking a Design Manager in Queenstown, New Zealand. This role is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end design process for data center projects, ensuring compliance with standards and effective coordination among stakeholders. The ideal candidate has 8-10 years of experience in data center design, strong leadership skills, and familiarity with sustainability practices. Join a team that values innovation and human connection.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in data center design or critical infrastructure systems.
• Proven ability to manage multidisciplinary teams including architects, engineers, contractors.
• Excellent communication skills for stakeholder engagement across diverse cultural contexts.

Responsibilities

• Guide, receive and review complete designs from the Engineer of Record.
• Ensure adherence to building codes, sustainability practices, and industry standards.
• Collaborate with managers and teams to ensure seamless project execution.

Skills

Leadership and project management expertise

Technical proficiency in data center infrastructure systems

Ability to work under tight deadlines

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field

Job description

Overview

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet. A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future. Joining our operations team means being at the center of everything – maintaining and evolving critical infrastructure that powers the digital world and delivers real impact for our customers, communities and society. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.

Job Summary

The Design Manager will oversee the end-to-end design process for data center projects across Australia. This role involves ensuring compliance with Equinix global standards, local statutory codes, and effective coordination among all project stakeholders. The candidate must possess strong leadership and technical expertise.

Responsibilities

• Design Ownership: Guide, receive and review complete designs from the Engineer of Record (EOR); Take full responsibility for the design’s accuracy, compliance, and delivery; Ensure designs align with Equinix global standards and local statutory regulations
• Compliance Management: Ensure adherence to international and local building codes, zoning requirements, and statutory approvals; Monitor designs for compliance with sustainability practices and industry-leading standards
• Stakeholder Coordination: Collaborate with Construction Managers, Commercial Managers, Procurement teams, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution; Facilitate regular meetings to address design issues, milestones, and escalations as needed
• Project Management: Manage design submittals during construction phases in coordination with contractors, external consultants, and internal teams; Oversee the workflow of document controllers and audit deliverables
• Process Improvement: Drive process improvements related to cost, quality, and design duration metrics; Collect feedback from construction and commissioning teams for continuous improvement
• Regional Flexibility: Adapt designs to meet the unique challenges of projects across different countries in Asia Pacific; Address pre/post-construction permits and statutory approvals specific to each jurisdiction

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in data center design or critical infrastructure systems
• Proven ability to manage multidisciplinary teams including architects, engineers, contractors, and regulatory agencies
• Excellent communication skills for stakeholder engagement across diverse cultural contexts
• Familiarity with sustainability practices in data center design is an advantage

Skills

• Leadership and project management expertise
• Technical proficiency in data center infrastructure systems (mechanical, electrical, structural)
• Ability to work under tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality outcomes

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