Job DescriptionPosition Title: Subregional Design Lead - EASTLocation: Hybrid - Ashburn or BostonYour role This position is responsible for planning, coordinating, and directing all activities, projects, and staff within the Architectural, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering Discipline. This position will act as a liaison both internally and externally for design services by interacting with Project Managers, personnel, clientele, consultants, contractors, and vendors
What you'll do- Determine staffing needs by disciplines, by team and for individual projects based upon the current and projected workload; collect information and feedback from managers including staffing recommendations and workload projections
- Act as a mentor for discipline personnel by providing continuous assistance and support through professional training and career development
- Build work plans associated with personnel development within the discipline and review the performance and work quality through evaluations that are conducted on a regular basis including formal annual and mid-year reviews; provide recognition for outstanding contributions as well as provide constructive criticism for areas of improvement
- Review all Architectural, Mechanical, and Engineering deliverables for technical content and quality, drawing quality and adherence to code/project requirements so that they meet project requirements.
- Participate and lead discipline meetings and design reviews with design team personnel
- Discuss discipline and project objectives, requirements and budgets with clientele, design staff, and senior leadership
- Establish design standards and procedures to manage the work of staff as well as the project teams by assisting in the review of quality assurance and quality control evaluations
- Collaborate with staff, Project Managers and Market Sector Leaders to improve or develop new engineering methods to improve efficiency, technique, quality, and dependability
- Provide oversight and assistance with writing and editing of program documents, specifications and equipment selection for building systems and device
- Personally, conduct or delegate job-site observations to ensure projects are adhering to specifications and design intent
- Participate in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance in relation to zoning laws, fire regulations, building codes and other ordinances; convey applicable changes of local, state, and federal regulations and ordinances to discipline appropriate personnel
What you'll need- Bachelor's Degree in Architectural or Electrical/Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university; Master's Degree or other advanced education is preferred
- Professional Registration as an Electrical/Mechanical Engineer or Architect is required
- Extensive familiarity and working knowledge of Building and Energy Codes, ASHRAE codes, NFPA codes
- LEED AP preferred and a plus
- Building Systems Commissioning CxA is a plus
- 10-15 years minimum experience encompassing the design of Data Centers and Mission Critical facilities is required.
- 7-10 years of progressive management experience
- Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with discipline personnel, office staff, and clientele
- Demonstrated ability to promote and establish teamwork and individual leadership within the discipline
- Ability to successfully and continuously lead a team of engineering professionals to meet and exceed project, discipline, and business unit goals
- Extensive knowledge of building codes and construction systems
- Effective time management and organizational skills; ability to become involved in several projects and remain up to date on the various developmental stages
- Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills
- Working knowledge in practice and of capabilities of AutoCAD, Revit, and other production software
ResponsibilitiesThe role oversees the entire lifecycle of design projects, ensuring quality and timely delivery while managing both internal and external stakeholders. This role enforces compliance with technical standards and guidelines, coordinates complex deliverables to meet strict budgets and schedules, and supports cost and schedule management. The Design role drives strategic initiatives, implements standardization, and fosters innovation within the team. They provide technical leadership, resolve design-related issues, and act as the primary decision-maker for all design matters. The role also involves supporting project execution from design through commissioning and sharing lessons learned to promote continuous improvement across teams.
QualificationsBachelors degree in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEPH) Engineering, or Architecture (or equivalent experience). Masters or Doctorate degree preferred. Chartered Engineer or equivalent professional certification ideally. 10-15 Years of mission critical (data center or similar complex buildings) delivery experience, ideally in a multi-disciplinary design environment. Deep familiarity with design delivery processes, standards, and change control in an owner-operator environment. Demonstrated ability in stakeholder management, technical leadership, and contract administration. Awareness of legal/contractual interfaces, design standards, and industry best practice.
