Mission-Critical Sector Lead — Data Center Excellence

Harley Ellis Devereaux; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Harley Ellis Devereaux seeks a Senior Sector Leader to head the Mission Critical data center sector. You will lead multi-disciplinary design efforts, mentor teams, and ensure project health across the portfolio.

The role requires a Bachelor's in architecture or engineering, professional licensure, 15+ years of experience including 5+ years in data center design, plus strong client relationships, business acumen and communication skills. Hybrid work with travel.

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 skills and business acumen.
• Ability to motivate others and lead a team; excellent writing and speaking skills.
• Capable of leading and influencing in a senior level, client-visible role.
• Ability to work under deadline pressure with a high level of professionalism.

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 controls.
• Solve complex technical challenges and advocate for buildable, sustainable solutions.
• Provide mentorship to team members in technical delivery and documentation practices.
• Contribute to pursuit strategies, sector planning, and client engagement.
• Lead selected project pursuits and participate in cross-disciplinary teams.
• Represent HED at industry events and mentor emerging professionals.
• Maintain a high level of project chargeability while supporting growth and sector visibility.

Skills

Leadership

Client relations

Business acumen

Project management

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture or engineering

Professional licensure or board approved certification

Job description

Harley Ellis Devereaux seeks a Senior Sector Leader to head the Mission Critical data center sector. You will lead multi-disciplinary design efforts, mentor teams, and ensure project health across the portfolio.

The role requires a Bachelor's in architecture or engineering, professional licensure, 15+ years of experience including 5+ years in data center design, plus strong client relationships, business acumen and communication skills. Hybrid work with travel.