Strategic Data Center Design Lead

Iron Mountain; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 124,000 - 165,000; Full time

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Compensation and total rewards

Work-Life Balance

Health & Well-being

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Job summary

Iron Mountain is seeking a Senior Design Manager to lead end-to-end design execution for major data center developments in North America. You will guide multidisciplinary delivery from concept through construction, commissioning, and handover within a dynamic team focused on safety, resilience, and sustainability.

The role requires 10+ years of experience on complex data center projects, deep understanding of critical-facility systems and governance, and up to 25% travel.

Qualifications

• Typically 10+ years of experience on complex data center or mission-critical capital projects.
• Deep knowledge of critical-facility systems, codes/standards, permitting, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Define the design delivery strategy for major facilities from concept through construction and handover.
• Coordinate external consultants, equipment manufacturers, contractors, and internal stakeholders across disciplines.
• Oversee design reporting, risk management, and value engineering while resolving technical and program risks.
• Mentor Design Managers and elevate regional design practices across divisions.

Skills

End-to-End Design

Multidisciplinary leadership

Risk & Financial management

Mentor & coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Job description

Iron Mountain is seeking a Senior Design Manager to lead end-to-end design execution for major data center developments in North America. You will guide multidisciplinary delivery from concept through construction, commissioning, and handover within a dynamic team focused on safety, resilience, and sustainability.

The role requires 10+ years of experience on complex data center projects, deep understanding of critical-facility systems and governance, and up to 25% travel.