Principal, Data Center

BW Design Group; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

BW Design Group seeks a Principal, Architecture + Engineering, Life Sciences with a proven track record in leading complex facility designs from concept through construction documents, with emphasis on life sciences and ISO clean rooms. The role requires strong client interaction, mentoring junior staff, and coordination with multi-disciplinary teams.

You will design facilities for industrial manufacturing and distribution, lead data center projects, and ensure code compliance while stamping

Qualifications

• 10+ years of facilities architectural & engineering design experience with ability to lead from programming through construction documents.
• Experience with code studies/evaluations for life sciences facilities and hazardous/classified areas.
• Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal building codes (IBC).
• Experience in development of construction documents for life sciences.
• Experience in designing greenfield facilities and renovations of existing buildings.
• Experience in designing ISO clean rooms, labs, and processing spaces.

Responsibilities

• Design facilities for industrial manufacturing and distribution operations, especially Life Sciences.
• Lead architectural and engineering design for Data Center projects with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Stamp and sign construction documents and act as construction administrator.
• Conduct site visits, define facility program requirements, and research building methods.
• Develop renderings and communicate requirements to other disciplines.
• Lead technical discussions and clearly communicate complex concepts.

Skills

Data Center design

Leadership

Client communication

Self-directed

Education

Licensed engineer or architect

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Job description

Who You’ll Work With

You will be part of a committed team of over 1600 professionals, and work in teams and directly with our clients doing work that is shaping the world around us. You will be welcomed into a rapidly growing business and team and empowered to make an impact. You will be valued, cared for, and challenged on your path to becoming a world‑class professional consultant and surrounded by leaders who are committed to creating an environment that enables you to realize your own success and fulfillment.

What You’ll Do

The Principal position is designed for the firm's most accomplished professionals who demonstrate mastery in their field of study and are recognized as a thought leader by external industry professionals as well as within their Design Group practice. Principals are highly sought after by our clients and our project execution teams for their technical expertise. Our Principals’ knowledge base and expertise enhance the Design Group brand as a world‑class engineering and consulting firm.

You’ll work individually and in teams to support capital projects and implement solutions for our clients. Together, you will help our clients make critical changes to improve their performance and realize their most important goals.

• Work with engineers, designers, and other professional consultants to design facilities for industrial manufacturing and distribution operations, specially for Life Sciences.
• Develop architectural & engineering solutions for customers’ business needs as part of an integrated project team, including helping the owner or project manager define the facility requirements/program, and understanding customers’ production flow and space environmental needs.
• Lead architectural & engineering design for Data Center projects and work with in‑house multi‑disciplinary engineering project teams.
• Stamp and sign architectural & engineering construction documents.
• Conduct project site visits and act as a construction administrator.
• Define the facility program requirements based on an understanding of the client’s production process flow and space environmental needs.
• Conduct code research specific to the project site, program, and proposed use.
• Create renderings that communicate concepts to the client.
• Develop the base plan and communicate requirements to other engineering disciplines.
• Research material options or alternative building methods as necessary.
• Develop specifications and oversee preparation of plans and related documents for permit acquisition and construction.
• Answer RFIs and review submittals and shop drawings throughout the pre‑construction and construction phases of the project.
• Manage and provide guidance to junior staff.
• Make an impact day‑to‑day with your skills and expertise, strengthening that relationship with our clients and team.
• Excel at leading technical discussions, can break down complex challenges into simple concepts; strong communication skills.
• Self‑directed, working effectively without oversight or direction from supervisors.

What You’ll Bring

• Specialized knowledge of design in Data Center.
• A minimum of 10 years of facilities architectural & engineering design experience with a proven ability to lead the facility design from the programming/concept phase through the production of construction documents, permit acquisition, and site implementation on multi‑disciplinary projects.
• Prior working knowledge of code studies/evaluations for life science facilities and hazardous/classified areas.
• A strong working knowledge of local, state, and federal building codes (IBC in particular).
• Experience in the development and creation of construction documents for life sciences.
• Experience in the design of greenfield facilities and in the renovations of existing buildings.
• Experience in the design of ISO clean rooms, labs, and processing spaces.
• Experience in coordinating design with process engineers on industrial installations of production equipment (preferred).
• Excellent communication skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interact effectively with our team members and clients.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and Microsoft Project.
• A willingness to travel for project requirements including installation and start‑up activities, client and company sponsored meetings, trainings, industry related seminars, forums, and conventions.
• Licensed professional Engineer or Architect.

Our culture and commitment to our people is what sets us apart. We foster an environment of mutual respect, integrity, and unconditional interest in the individual and collective success of our professionals. Our model and entrepreneurial mindset offer a rewarding, challenging, and highly flexible path. As a Principal, Architecture + Engineering, Life Sciences, you will build a meaningful and fulfilling career with the support of professional development resources and mentorships including our First Year Experience program, Individual Development Plans, and Career Path resources and tools. You will be surrounded by exceptional talent who will support your development as both a world‑class engineer and a highly effective leader.