Senior Design Manager - Global Data Centers

Senior Design Manager

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NTT Global Data Centers

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Key Responsibilities

Preparation and execution of Architectural and Engineering Consultant Agreements defining Scope of Work, Scope of Services and Fees based on Owner's Project Requirements, design standards, and system specifications.

Preparing scope of work, scope of services, and solicitations for services including Request for Qualifications / Request for Proposals; evaluation of same and justification for selection.

Ensuring alignment and accountability between Owner's requirements and Construction Documents provided to Construction and Supply Chain. Manage the quality and timeliness of the AE's performance.

Review and approval of consultant invoices.

Interaction with AHJs (Authorities Having Jurisdiction) for initial planning, requirements identification and approvals, and maintaining relations from the approval process through project completion.

Manages monthly project specific design work plans, schedules, and budgets.

Effectively manage the project design team (internal and external) and Equipment Suppliers to ensure the provision of required level of services to enable other departments to fulfil their role.

Assign and manage workload of Consultants to ensure they do not get overwhelmed, which may lead to quality issues.

Ensure all potential / ongoing projects are properly documented, designed, and priced per customer / lease requirements.

Participate as Owner's representative in AOC and OAC meetings; keep all levels of internal stakeholders knowledgeable of design elements and changes; coordinate design presentations between Owner group and AE Consultants.

Contribute to the continuous development of program standards and specifications.

Provide guidance to all verticals regarding most efficient and best cost solutions.

Assist Product Team and Construction Team on pricing by providing equipment and design guidelines.

Assist with existing facilities' capital and Tenant Improvement projects as requested.

Develop design concepts for new projects based on Owner's Project Requirements and the project business case.

Review appropriateness of design based on locality specifics, convention, local experience, climate, workforce, and existing standards.

Ensure design standards are followed unless deviations are warranted; obtain consensus and document when changes occur.

Lead efforts to develop PRO / CON and cost impact reports and present to the team for consensus.

Presents design solutions to internal department representatives and / or Authorities Having Jurisdiction.

Support Site / Project Due Diligence Studies.

Supervise and conduct QA / QC reviews of project documentation.

Control expenditures within project budget and manage a Value Analysis process to meet cost targets.

All aspects of the design should be overseen / approved by the appropriate team, especially for exceptions / changes.

Collaborate with Product Team, Sales / Sales Engineering, and Operations on product to build, options and timeline, and provide solutions to meet project goals.

Collaborate to discuss new process efficiencies, new products, and / or datacenter configurations.

Oversee consultant strategy and review.

Provide design input in team meetings and formulate solutions to satisfy tenant needs within building constraints.

Interpret, explain, verify, coordinate, and implement the Basis of Design for specific customer requirements; ensure documentation is 100% complete and referenceable.

May be asked to participate in Global standardization processes.

Knowledge & Attributes

Knowledge of contractual and building regulation obligations.

Ability to understand and interpret design and construction drawings / specifications, schedules, budgets and estimates.

In-depth knowledge of all aspects of a construction project, especially data centers or equivalent facilities with emphasis on Mechanical, Electrical, Process, security / monitoring, fire detection / suppression, and Control systems; experience with IT design projects is a plus.

Excellent coordination and project management skills.

Excellent verbal and written communications skills.

Familiarity with Building Code in jurisdictions where RDC is active, Federal Guidelines for Americans with Disabilities, and OSHA.

Strong interpersonal skills : ability to present ideas effectively and evaluate others' ideas in meetings.

Experience interfacing with intra-disciplinary departments to assess needs and program requirements.

Understanding of design and construction budgets and balancing design requirements to the budget.

Ability to develop creative and innovative solutions to reduce costs without sacrificing quality and reliability.

Ability to defend design decisions and articulate impact of deviations.

Ability to develop and take new design concepts through detailed design, peer review, executive review, construction, and operation.

Thorough understanding of Civil, Structural, Mechanical, and Electrical design concepts.

Familiarity with AIA documents is desired.

Proficient in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Bluebeam; working knowledge of CAD / Design software (ACAD and / or Revit) is a benefit.

Experience with BIM and IPD delivery methods is a plus.

Academic Qualifications & Certifications

Bachelor's degree in design, Architecture, Engineering, or related field / equivalent education and / or experience. Professional licenses or certifications are desirable, but not required.

Required Experience

Strong working acumen with CSA and MEP systems development; Architectural, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering background is a plus.

Minimum 5 years of experience in data centers or other specialized Critical Facilities.

Direct experience with new construction, tenant improvements and capital improvement projects.

Demonstrated Project Management experience; PMP or PgMP is a Plus.

Experience with consultant negotiation and management.

Prior experience leading project teams and coordinating diverse stakeholders.

Experience with Revit and / or other BIM applications.

Physical Requirements

Primarily stationary for extended periods of time; close visual work on a computer; dexterity for keyboard and mouse.

Work Conditions & Other Requirements

This position is remote with a reliable internet connection.

Some work in a Data Center construction / operating environment with varying temperatures and loud noises.

Travel ~25% to support due diligence, design, and construction across the US.

Occasional off-hour meetings due to global interactions; rare emergencies.

Note : This is a remote position that requires reliable internet connection and electricity. A monthly stipend is provided to cover remote-working expenses and use of a personal mobile device, if applicable.

NTT Global Data Centers Americas, Inc. offers competitive compensation based on experience, education, and location. Base salary for this position is $118,300 - $193,400. All regular full-time employees are eligible for an annual bonus; payout depends on individual and company performance. Benefits include paid time off, medical / dental / vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending, and 401k.

Workplace type : Remote Working

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