Sr Level Data Center Infrastructure Consultant

Catapult Federal Services; Sherman (TX); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Professional development support

Job summary

Catapult Federal Services seeks a Senior Data Infrastructure Consultant in Sherman, TX to lead data center and fiber backbone design engagements. The role requires ownership of complex deliverables and mentoring of junior engineers.

Local candidates are strongly preferred, with remote consideration for qualified applicants. You will coordinate with electrical/mechanical teams, ensure code compliance, and present to clients and executives, shaping technical direction on large-scale telecom

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive experience in data infrastructure, structured cabling, and/or data center design.
• RCDD certification — required; additional BICSI or CDCDP credentials a strong plus.
• Deep expertise in fiber backbone design (single-mode, multi-mode, campus and enterprise-scale).
• Extensive data center experience including Tier classification standards, power/cooling pathways, and hot/cold aisle design.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, or equivalent design tools for infrastructure documentation.
• Strong working knowledge of standards (TIA-942, BICSI-002, TIA-568/569).
• Proven track record of leading design efforts and mentoring engineering teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to present to clients/executives.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME for data center and fiber backbone infrastructure design engagements.
• Lead end-to-end design activities: site assessments, schematic design, design development, construction docs.
• Own complex design deliverables and reduce burden on senior leadership.
• Produce and review structured cabling drawings, rack elevations, pathway plans, and related docs.

Skills

RCDD

Data center design

AutoCAD

Revit

Leadership

Mentoring

Standards knowledge (TIA/BICSI)

Education

RCDD certification

BICSI/CDCDP credentials

Tools

Bluebeam

Procore

Job description

Skilled Trades

Sherman, TX Direct Hire Aug 17, 2026

SENIOR DATA INFRASTRUCTURE CONSULTANT

Design Consultant | Data Center & Fiber Infrastructure

Remote / Local Preferred

Local Preferred (Remote will be considered based on qualifications

Our client

is an established telecommunications engineering consulting firm with decades of experience serving clients across multiple industries. They specialize in designing comprehensive low voltage and telecommunications infrastructure solutions for commercial, mission-critical, and data center facilities throughout Texas and beyond. The company operates with a collaborative, client-focused approach and maintains a strong reputation for delivering high-quality technical solutions on complex projects. Their core mission centers on providing innovative telecommunications design services while fostering a supportive environment that prioritizes professional development and work-life balance.

We are seeking a seasoned Senior Data Infrastructure Consultant to serve as a subject matter expert and design lead on complex, large-scale infrastructure engagements. This is a senior individual contributor role with significant leadership responsibility — you will guide design engineers, drive technical direction, and take critical work off the plates of our top technical managers so they can focus on strategy and growth. This role is ideal for a highly experienced consultant who is comfortable owning complex deliverables from concept through completion, communicating with stakeholders at all levels, and mentoring less senior engineers along the way.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Technical Leadership

• Serve as the primary Subject Matter Expert (SME) for data center and fiber backbone infrastructure design engagements
• Lead end-to-end RCDD/design consultant activities including site assessments, schematic design, design development, and construction documentation
• Take full ownership of complex design deliverables, removing burden from senior leadership and technical managers
• Produce and review structured cabling drawings, rack elevations, pathway plans, and related technical documentation
• Ensure all designs meet applicable codes, standards (TIA, BICSI, ANSI), and client requirements

Team Guidance & Mentorship

• Guide and mentor junior and mid-level design engineers throughout project lifecycle
• Review and provide constructive feedback on engineer-produced drawings and documentation
• Establish and enforce best practices for design quality, documentation standards, and project workflows
• Serve as a technical escalation point for the design team on complex or ambiguous design challenges

Fiber & Data Center Infrastructure

• Design and specify fiber backbone systems including campus, inter-building, and intra-building fiber networks
• Lead data center infrastructure design including power distribution, cooling pathways, structured cabling, and cabinet/rack layouts
• Conduct site surveys and provide gap analyses against best-practice standards
• Coordinate with electrical, mechanical, and architectural disciplines to ensure integrated, code-compliant designs

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Interface directly with clients as a trusted technical advisor and primary design consultant
• Participate in or lead design review meetings, project kick-offs, and client presentations
• Translate complex technical concepts clearly for non-technical stakeholders

Required Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive experience in data infrastructure, structured cabling, and/or data center design
• RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer) certification — required; additional BICSI or CDCDP credentials a strong plus
• Deep, demonstrated expertise in fiber backbone design (single-mode, multi-mode, campus and enterprise-scale)
• Extensive data center experience including Tier classification standards, power/cooling pathways, and hot/cold aisle design
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, or equivalent design tools for infrastructure documentation
• Strong working knowledge of TIA-942, BICSI-002, TIA-568/569, and related standards
• Proven track record of leading design efforts and mentoring engineering teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable presenting to clients and executives
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with minimal oversight

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a consulting or A/E/C environment (vs. owner/operator only)
• Familiarity with hyperscale or colocation data center environments
• Exposure to structured cabling take-off processes and material estimation
• Experience with project management tools and documentation platforms (Bluebeam, Procore, etc.)
• Prior experience in a design lead or principal consultant capacity

Pay & Benefits Summary

• Salary: $160,000 – $200,000 annually, commensurate with experience and certifications
• Location: Local candidates strongly preferred; remote candidates with the right background will be seriously considered
• Benefits: Competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and professional development support (certification renewals, BICSI memberships, continuing education)