Design Manager -Data Center Engineering

Progressive; Redwood City (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Progressive Recruitment is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee hyperscale data center projects in California from due diligence to construction administration. The role requires a mechanical or electrical engineering background and proven leadership in data center design management.

You will lead cross-disciplinary teams, coordinate MEP, ICT, BMS and EPMS, and develop program plans across multiple sites. Strong communication and stakeholder management are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Six+ years of relevant experience or equivalent.
• Experience in data center design management and engineering.
• Experience managing colocation and hyperscale data center design projects.
• Lean Six Sigma certification.
• Leadership involvement in a data center or mission-critical industry organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong team leadership, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead-due diligence and design teams to meet requirements, schedules and quality.
• Coordinate architecture, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, security, ICT, BMS and EPMS.
• Develop and implement project and program management plans across multiple sites.
• Lead meetings with clients, consultants and external stakeholders.
• Manage scope changes and communicate impacts.
• Identify technical and delivery challenges early and provide practical solutions.
• Communicate project updates and coordinate decisions.
• Develop technical and financial proposals for new data center designs and moves or modifications.
• Build relationships with client stakeholders and decision makers.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team leadership

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Position Overview

Oversee hyperscale data center projects from site due diligence and campus planning through conceptual, schematic and detailed design, construction documentation and construction administration.

The ideal candidate brings experience managing colocation and hyperscale data center design, a mechanical or electrical engineering background, and strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary due diligence and design teams, ensuring projects meet requirements, schedules and quality standards.
• Coordinate architecture, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, security, fire protection, information and communications technology (ICT), building management systems (BMS) and electrical power monitoring systems (EPMS).
• Develop and implement project and program management plans across multiple sites.
• Lead meetings with clients, consultants and external stakeholders.
• Manage scope changes and communicate their impact throughout the project.
• Identify technical and delivery challenges early and develop practical solutions.
• Communicate project updates, coordinate decisions and resolve outstanding issues.
• Develop technical and financial proposals for new data center designs and additions, moves or modifications.
• Build effective relationships with client stakeholders and decision makers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• Six or more years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in data center design management and engineering.
• Experience managing colocation and hyperscale data center design projects.
• Lean Six Sigma certification.
• Active or recent leadership involvement in a data center or mission-critical industry organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong team leadership, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment.

Compensation

Base salary ranges from $150,000 to $200,000

EOE Statement: Specialist Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

In addition to base pay, direct-hire employees may be eligible for client offered benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, and paid leave where required by applicable law. Eligibility may vary based on factors such as location and hire date and is subject to change.