Director, Data Center Design Management

Prologis; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Prologis is seeking a Director of Data Center Design Management to lead a multidisciplinary architectural and engineering team supporting hyperscale data center projects from concept through construction. You will ensure technical excellence, operational resilience, cost efficiency, quality, and alignment with client requirements.

The role requires at least 7+ years in data center design management, travel ~30%, and a strong background in greenfield and retrofit projects.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in data center design management.
• Experience managing data center design and construction for greenfield and retrofit projects.
• Ability to travel approximately 30% to support projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary design delivery for new-build and retrofit data center projects from concept through construction completion, aligning standards and client requirements.
• Establish and maintain standardized design frameworks, tools, techniques, and processes to improve clarity, consistency, and speed-to-market.
• Guide internal and external teams through test fits, master planning, design milestones, construction administration, and design change management.
• Define project design scope, budgets, risks, and development costs; track milestones and deliverables against budgets.
• Conduct design reviews and value engineering to optimize cost, performance, and life-cycle considerations.
• Coordinate stakeholders across real estate, finance, clients, contractors, consultants, and authorities having jurisdiction.

Skills

Travel 30%

Stakeholder coordination

Design leadership

Multidisciplinary team leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science in Architecture/Engineering

PE/RA licensure preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit/BIM

Bluebeam

MS Project

Google Earth

ACAD Viewer

PowerPoint

Microsoft Office tools

Job description

Company Overview

At Prologis, we don’t just lead the industry—we define it with a 1.3 billion square foot portfolio and an annual throughput of approximately $3.2 trillion. We create the intelligent infrastructure that powers global commerce, seamlessly connecting the digital and physical worlds. From agile supply chains to energy solutions, our ecosystems help your business move faster, operate smarter and grow sustainably. With unmatched scale, innovation and expertise, Prologis is a category of one- not just shaping the future of logistics but building what comes next.

Job Title

Director, Data Center Design Management

Company

Prologis

Day in the Life

As Director, Data Center Design Management, you will establish and lead a multidisciplinary architectural and engineering design team supporting hyperscale greenfield and retrofit data center projects. You will oversee design delivery from concept through construction completion, with accountability for technical excellence, operational resilience, cost efficiency, quality, and consistency. You will partner daily with Prologis data center, development, and deployment teams and coordinate with clients, contractors, consultants, and civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, telecommunications, and security experts. The role drives disciplined design execution, stakeholder alignment, and continuous improvement across the project portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary design delivery for new-build and retrofit data center projects from concept through construction completion, aligning company standards, client requirements, functionality, and performance goals.
• Establish and maintain standardized design frameworks, tools, techniques, and processes that improve clarity, consistency, sustainability, and speed-to-market across projects.
• Lead internal and external teams through test fits, development master planning, design milestones, construction administration, and design change management while protecting design intent and resolving design‑related construction challenges.
• Define project design scope, budgets, risks, and hard and soft development costs; track progress and design deliverables against milestones, budget, and project objectives.
• Conduct design reviews and value engineering exercises, researching design and construction alternatives that optimize cost, performance, functionality, and life‑cycle considerations.
• Coordinate internal and external stakeholders, including real estate and finance teams, clients, contractors, consultants, and Authorities Having Jurisdiction, to support decisions, permitting, entitlements, and timely approvals.
• Drive quality and continuous improvement by incorporating relevant design advancements, confirming compliance with applicable codes, standards, and certifications, and documenting and sharing lessons learned across the program.

Required

• 7+ years of experience with a strong focus on data center design management.
• Experience managing data center design and construction processes for greenfield and retrofit projects.
• Ability to travel approximately 30% as necessary to support projects.

Preferred

• Bachelor of Science in Architecture, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Civil Engineering preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Professional licensure as a Registered Architect or Professional Engineer (PE) preferred.
• Experience managing CSA and MEP systems design for large-scale data center projects, including MV/LV, telecommunications, and security systems.
• Experience using relevant design and project tools, including AutoCAD, Revit/BIM, Bluebeam, MS Project, Google Earth, ACAD Viewer, PowerPoint, and general Microsoft tools.
• Clear written and verbal communication, prioritization, and stakeholder coordination skills in a multi-project environment.
• Demonstrates willingness and capability to leverage emerging technology, automation, and AI tools to improve efficiency, quality, and speed.
• Exercises sound judgment, creative thinking, and accountability for outcomes.

Hiring Salary Range

Hiring Salary Range of: $160,000 - $200,000. Salary and whole compensation package (bonus target & LTI (Long Term Incentives)) to be determined by the candidate's location, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

People First

Each of us working at Prologis plays an essential role in the enduring success of our company. We value people who are decisive, courageous and adaptable. While we are one company, locations and departments operate with autonomy and accountability. Individuals take the initiative here. When you join Prologis, you work shoulder to shoulder with some of the top talent in the industry to do the best work of your career. Every employee belongs. Every employee contributes. Employees advance their careers here. As a successful global enterprise, Prologis has never lost sight of what matters most, our strong belief that our people are the most important part of our business. And because of that, we provide a generous total rewards package and take a lot of time to focus on quality management and leadership development. People come first here. All full-time roles in the US come with a robust benefits package which includes healthcare, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents. Prologis also offers several other wellness, financial, and work/lifestyle-specific benefits. Our 401(k) retirement plan has a company match of 50% up to 12% of eligible compensation. We also offer generous PTO with a starting accrual of 22 days a year in addition to paid holidays and volunteer time. All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background verification. Prologis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religions, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Employment Information

Employment Type: Full time Location: Dallas, Texas Additional Locations: We are builders, thinkers and doers-creating more than space, we power global commerce. We seek and attract top talent from around the world and foster a culture where diverse ideas fuel innovation, collaboration and excellence