Mission-Critical Sector Lead – Data Center Design

Harley Ellis Devereaux (HED); Royal Oak (MI); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Harley Ellis Devereaux (HED) seeks a Sector Leader to drive the Mission Critical sector with emphasis on data center projects. You will lead, mentor, and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams to deliver buildable, sustainable design solutions while aligning with client requirements and sector growth goals.

The role requires extensive data center design experience, professional licensure, and strong communication skills to engage clients and lead project teams within a hybrid work environment.

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 at least 5 years in Data Center design.
• LEED accreditation is preferred.
• Strong client relationship and business development skills.
• Excellent writing and speaking skills, and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to lead and influence at a senior level and perform project management duties.

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.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Communication

Client relations

Business acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture or engineering

Professional licensure or board approved certification

Job description

Harley Ellis Devereaux (HED) seeks a Sector Leader to drive the Mission Critical sector with emphasis on data center projects. You will lead, mentor, and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams to deliver buildable, sustainable design solutions while aligning with client requirements and sector growth goals.

The role requires extensive data center design experience, professional licensure, and strong communication skills to engage clients and lead project teams within a hybrid work environment.