Senior Project Engineer, Data Center Design

Iron Mountain Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 123,500 - 164,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Work-life balance

Health and retirement plans

Professional development

Job summary

Iron Mountain Inc. seeks a Senior Project Manager - Data Center Design to lead North American data center projects, directing third‑party architectural and engineering teams while overseeing budgets and schedules for high‑value facilities.

You will collaborate with internal finance, sales and operations, as well as external consultants and equipment manufacturers, to validate build programs and deliver critical infrastructure on time.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in design and construction project delivery.
• At least 5 years leading project management teams.
• Deep knowledge of electrical, mechanical, life-safety and control systems for data centers.
• US citizenship and ability to travel 25% (including overnight/international).
• PE license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead third‑party architectural and engineering teams for North American data center projects, overseeing budgets, schedules and quality.
• Interface with internal finance, sales, operations and external consultants and equipment manufacturers to validate build programs.
• Evaluate potential data center acquisitions and provide technical insights to sales engineering for new opportunities.
• Oversee procurement of long‑lead and owner‑furnished equipment to maintain timelines and standards.
• Ensure designs meet Iron Mountain standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Project management

Data center design

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

PE license

Education

Four-year degree

Engineering license

Job description

Senior Project Manager - Data Center Design

Design and Development team. Responsible for the standards, procurement, and design of data center facilities across North America, managing projects with a combined annual value of $50-70 million.

What You’ll Do

• Lead Project Design: Direct third‑party architectural and engineering teams in the design of North American data center projects, overseeing budgets, schedules, and quality delivery.
• Collaborate with Stakeholders: Interface with internal finance, sales, operations teams and external consultants and equipment manufacturers to validate build programs and deliver critical infrastructure projects.
• Support Business Growth: Evaluate potential data center acquisitions and provide technical insights to the sales engineering team for new business opportunities.
• Manage Procurement: Oversee procurement of long‑lead and owner‑furnished equipment to maintain project timelines and standards.
• Ensure Standards & Compliance: Maintain inclusive practices while ensuring all designs meet Iron Mountain standards and regulatory requirements.

What You’ll Bring

• Extensive Experience: At least 10 years in design and construction project delivery, with a minimum of 5 years managing project management teams.
• Technical Expertise: In‑depth knowledge of complex electrical, mechanical, life‑safety, and control systems for critical facilities or data centers, plus national and local building codes.
• Strategic Leadership: Proven ability to manage complex design programs and build strong relationships with suppliers, business partners, and internal customers.
• Education & Certification: Four‑year college degree required; Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred.
• Compliance & Mobility: US citizenship required; ability to travel 25% of the time, including overnight and international travel as needed.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation aligned with experience.
• Work‑life balance: paid time off, holidays, and flexible work options.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Professional development opportunities for continuous learning and growth.

Reasonably expected salary range: $123,500.00 - $164,700.00

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