Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field.
7+ years of project management experience in large-scale, complex Data Center or Mission Critical projects.
Deep knowledge of data center mechanical and electrical infrastructure, including critical power paths and cooling topologies.
Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary design teams and external Architectural and Engineering firms.
Proficiency with project management tools like Procore and Bluebeam, and familiarity with Revit/BIM environments.
Responsibilities
Lead design teams through all phases from concept to construction documentation for new builds and retrofits.
Coordinate various engineering disciplines to ensure integrated and clash-free designs.
Ensure compliance with Data Center Design Standards and applicable codes.
Manage design scope, budgets, schedules, and quality of technical documents.
Implement Quality Assurance and Quality Control processes for technical documentation.
Oversee adherence to BIM standards, ensuring strong coordination and data integrity.
Collaborate with multiple teams to validate requirements and integrate technical data into designs.
Support construction administration by leading technical reviews and responding to RFIs and submittals.
Benefits
Performance-driven rewards with competitive pay and incentive opportunities.
Comprehensive healthcare including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Life and disability insurance programs for added security.
Flexible benefits options for personalized coverage.
Generous paid time off for work-life balance.
Education assistance and tuition support for career advancement.
Retirement and savings programs for long-term financial confidence.
Full Job Description
Location: Dallas, Texas
Department: DEPENG
The Opportunity
The Senior Design Project Manager is a strategic leader responsible for overseeing the design and documentation phases of highly complex, mission-critical data center projects. This role requires advanced technical expertise in Architectural and Engineering disciplines and proven leadership managing large-scale, multi-site programs. The Senior Design Project Manager guides internal and external teams from concept through construction documentation, ensuring designs meet performance, cost, schedule, and quality standards for 24/7/365 operations.
What you will do?
Lead Architectural and Engineering consultants and internal design teams through all design phases, including conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction documents for new builds and facility retrofits.
Serve as the primary point of contact for coordinating Architectural, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, and Engineering disciplines to ensure fully integrated and clash-free designs.
Ensure design documents comply with company Data Center Design Standards, industry best practices, and applicable local and national codes and regulations.
Manage design scope, consultant fees, budgets, deliverable schedules, and the quality of drawing sets, technical specifications, and Basis of Design documents.
Implement Quality Assurance and Quality Control processes for technical documentation prior to internal review, permitting, or release for construction bid.
Oversee adherence to BIM standards and protocols, ensuring design models maintain strong coordination and data integrity.
Partner with Operations, Equipment, Solutions Engineering, Architecture, Engineering, IT, Security, Commissioning, Construction, and critical equipment teams to validate requirements and integrate technical data into the design package.
Support construction administration by leading technical reviews and timely responses to RFIs and submittals, ensuring compliance with design intent.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field.
7+ years of project management experience managing large-scale, complex Data Center, Mission Critical, or heavy industrial projects.
Deep knowledge of data center mechanical and electrical infrastructure, including critical power paths, cooling topologies, and structural load requirements.
Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary design teams and external Architectural and Engineering firms.
Proficiency with project management and collaboration tools, including Procore and Bluebeam, with familiarity in Revit/BIM environments.
How we support you
We believe your best work happens when you feel supported - professionally, personally, and financially. That's why we offer a range of benefits designed to help you thrive, stay healthy, and plan for the future.
Performance-driven rewards - Competitive pay with incentive opportunities that recognize your results and contributions.
Comprehensive healthcare - Medical, dental, and vision coverage that supports you and your family's total well-being.
Security and peace of mind - Life and disability insurance programs that provide protection when it matters most.
Flexible benefits options - A variety of voluntary benefits so you can personalize coverage to fit your needs.
Time to recharge - Generous paid time off to relax, travel, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Investing in your growth - Education assistance and tuition support to help you build skills and advance your career.
Planning for the future - Retirement and savings programs that help you achieve long-term financial confidence.
