Mission-Critical Data Center Sector Lead

Harley Ellis Devereaux (HED); Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Harley Ellis Devereaux (HED) is seeking a Sector Leader for Mission Critical to guide the data center portfolio and ensure alignment with client requirements. You will lead technical and design efforts, advocate for sustainable, innovative solutions, and mentor the team in integrated design and documentation practices.

The role emphasizes sector growth, client engagement, and thought leadership, balancing project delivery with business development while maintaining high collaboration across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in architecture or engineering is required.
• Professional licensure or board approved certification is required.
• Minimum 15 years of professional experience with a minimum of five years of Data Center design experience.
• LEED accreditation is preferred.
• Understanding of data center sector, client relationship skills and strong business skills.
• Ability to motivate others and develop teamwork; excellent writing and speaking skills, and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead or co-lead technical and design efforts on complex, multi-disciplinary projects.
• Elevate project quality through design reviews, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and quality control protocols.
• Solve complex technical challenges and advocate for buildable, sustainable, and innovative solutions.
• Provide mentorship to team members in technical delivery, integrated design, and documentation practices.
• Contribute to pursuit strategies, sector planning sessions, and client engagement tactics with a developing ownership mindset.
• Lead select project pursuits and participate in cross-disciplinary teams to reinforce HED's integrated design philosophy.
• Collaborate with sector and studio leadership to identify strategic priorities and support near-term growth initiatives.
• Support internal marketing and communications through storytelling, case studies, and showcasing design excellence.
• Develop and publish sector-focused thought leadership content.
• Represent HED at local and regional industry events and conferences.
• Mentor emerging professionals in sector-specific practices and technical growth areas.
• Maintain a high level of project chargeability (~65-75%) while contributing meaningfully to business development, talent cultivation, and sector visibility.

Skills

Data Center design

Leadership

Client relationship skills

Project mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture or engineering

Job description

Harley Ellis Devereaux (HED) is seeking a Sector Leader for Mission Critical to guide the data center portfolio and ensure alignment with client requirements. You will lead technical and design efforts, advocate for sustainable, innovative solutions, and mentor the team in integrated design and documentation practices.

The role emphasizes sector growth, client engagement, and thought leadership, balancing project delivery with business development while maintaining high collaboration across