Design Manager - with 4D experience (General Contractor - Data Centre)
- Accommodation, Car and generous package covered too
- Will support relocation
The Firm
A leading European data centre contractor delivering large-scale hyperscale and mission-critical projects across key markets. Known for technical excellence, structured delivery, and a strong pipeline of complex new-build developments.
The Team
You will join an established project team delivering a major data centre project in Sines. The environment is fast-paced, highly coordinated and collaborative, with close interaction between construction, engineering, and planning functions.
The Role
A key position responsible for managing and coordinating the full design process across CSA and MEP disciplines. Responsibilities include:
- Full ownership of design coordination from pre-construction through to delivery
- Managing design consultants, subcontractors, and external stakeholders
- Driving integration between design, programme, and construction teams
- Utilising 4D planning/modelling to align design outputs with project sequencing
- Leading design reviews, workshops, and technical coordination meetings
- Ensuring design compliance with client standards, regulations, and buildability requirements
- Identifying and mitigating design risks to support programme and cost targets
The Requirements
Strong experience in Design Management on large-scale construction projects (ideally data centres or mission-critical builds)
- Proven background across CSA and/or MEP design coordination
- Experience working with or alongside 4D planning/modelling tools
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and drive design delivery to programme
- Strong technical understanding and problem-solving capability
- Experience in fast-paced, highly coordinated project environments
- Willingness to be based on-site in Sines, Portugal