Principal Data Center Design Leader - Enterprise Programs

Iron Mountain Incorporated; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 163,000 - 218,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

Health & retirement plans

Career growth

Job summary

Iron Mountain Incorporated is seeking a Principal Design Manager to lead enterprise-level data center design programs across global sites. You will govern design approaches, shape playbooks, and advise senior leaders on technical strategy while mentoring practitioners.

This role requires extensive experience and the ability to travel up to 25%. The position sits within the Real Estate & Facilities category, offering competitive compensation, strong growth opportunities, comprehensive health and

Qualifications

• 15+ years of leadership in data center or mission-critical capital programs across multiple projects or markets.
• Ability to govern multi-site programs, develop scalable playbooks, and manage enterprise-level risk.
• U.S. Citizenship and willingness to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Provide Enterprise Design Leadership across a portfolio of major developments and multi-site programs.
• Govern frameworks and standards by translating market trends and data into scalable requirements.
• Advise executive leadership on design strategy, trade-offs, and long-term capability needs.
• Build organizational capability by partnering cross-functionally and mentoring communities of practice.

Skills

Leadership

Multi-site governance

Technical design

Travel up to 25%

Architecture/Engineering degree

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture/Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Iron Mountain Incorporated is seeking a Principal Design Manager to lead enterprise-level data center design programs across global sites. You will govern design approaches, shape playbooks, and advise senior leaders on technical strategy while mentoring practitioners.

This role requires extensive experience and the ability to travel up to 25%. The position sits within the Real Estate & Facilities category, offering competitive compensation, strong growth opportunities, comprehensive health and