Global Design VP for Hyperscale Data Centers

Yondr Group; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Yondr Group is seeking a VP for Global Design to spearhead the design strategy and execution of hyperscale Data Center project design across its global portfolio.

The role ensures design standards meet the highest benchmarks for scalability, sustainability, and speed-to-market while leading multidisciplinary teams and collaborating with stakeholders on innovative architectural, structural, and MEP systems for mission-critical environments.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in data center design or related critical infrastructure projects (e.g., laboratories, micro-electronics).
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage cross-cultural teams and external working relationships.
• Proven track record in managing large-scale, cross-functional, and multi-team projects, often with significant capital project experience.
• Strong cost/commercial understanding, with the ability to appreciate the impact of technically led decisions on budget and schedule.
• Ability to think creatively, challenge traditional approaches, and develop innovative solutions.
• Proficiency in design management software and programs.

Responsibilities

• Part of the Data Center Execution leadership team.
• Accountable for design delivery and quality design output globally.
• Lead the integrated design delivery from inception through operations.
• Lead the complete design solutions for multiple, concurrent data center projects, ensuring alignment with project scopes, schedules, and budgets.
• Manage internal architects and engineers and provide technical direction to external consultants and vendors to achieve optimum, repeatable designs.
• Oversee projects from the initial basis of design (BOD) through to issue for construction (IFC) and construction administration.
• Contribute to technical innovation developing new business strategies and Yondr DC blueprint.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-cultural teams

Data center design

Budget awareness

Innovative thinking

Risk mitigation

Tools

Design management software

Job description

Yondr Group is seeking a VP for Global Design to spearhead the design strategy and execution of hyperscale Data Center project design across its global portfolio.

The role ensures design standards meet the highest benchmarks for scalability, sustainability, and speed-to-market while leading multidisciplinary teams and collaborating with stakeholders on innovative architectural, structural, and MEP systems for mission-critical environments.