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Unify Consulting

$204K/yr

Oversee development and execution of design contracts and amendments, including: * Site development and utility infrastructure * Data center design * Construction Administration / Services During ...

Fluidstack

Data Center Design Architect

Austin, TX · On-site

$200K - $250K/yr

About the Role As an Architect on the Data Center Design team, you will drive the development of next-generation data center facilities by merging deep expertise in building codes, fire and life ...

Nebius

Data Center Design Lead

$90K - $220K/yr

The Role The Data Center Design Lead will partner with internal infrastructure, hardware, and operations teams, as well as external consultants, engineers, and construction firms, to deliver designs ...

Pkaza

Production Architect - Data Center Design

Dallas, TX

$63 - $81.25/hr

Production Archit ect - Data Center Design - Dallas, TX Our client is a Growing Architect and Design Firm - A/E/C that has a top of the line data center practice. They provide AEC services to the ...

CBRE

Data Center Design Execution Project Manager

Augusta, GA · On-site

$113K/yr

About the role The Data Center Design Project Manager will be responsible for assisting in managing ... Issue, administer, track contracts; * Define and track deliverables from various parties; * Track ...

Google

Staff Data Center Design Lead

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

Experience in large campus-scale data center design concepts. * Experience with current and emerging trends in ML hardware and software, and their impact on data center design. About the job Our ...

USM

Data Center Design Expert

Arlington, TX

Technical expert required to develop Data Center (DC) design requirements for Main frame computing systems with consideration to two existing DCs to be migrated to a CoLo facility. Expert will review ...

T-Rex Solutions

Data Center Manager

Austin, TX · On-site

$165K/yr

Lead Data Center & Cloud Engineering initiatives, including infrastructure lifecycle modernization, design reviews, technical architecture, and performance optimization. * Support development and ...

T-Rex Solutions

Data Center Manager

Austin, TX · Hybrid

$165K/yr

Lead Data Center & Cloud Engineering initiatives, including infrastructure lifecycle modernization ... Develop and maintain engineering standards, technical guidance, design documentation, and ...

T-Rex Solutions

Data Center Manager

Austin, TX · Hybrid

$165K/yr

Lead Data Center & Cloud Engineering initiatives, including infrastructure lifecycle modernization, design reviews, technical architecture, and performance optimization. * Support development and ...

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What is the difference between Contract Data Center Design vs Data Center Technician?

AspectContract Data Center DesignData Center Technician
CredentialsDesign certifications, engineering degreesTechnical certifications, on-site training
Work EnvironmentOffice, design studios, client sitesData center facilities, server rooms
ResponsibilitiesPlanning, designing infrastructure, ensuring complianceInstalling, maintaining, troubleshooting hardware
Industry UsageDesign firms, consulting companiesData center operators, IT service providers

Contract Data Center Designers focus on planning and designing data center infrastructure, requiring engineering and design credentials. Data Center Technicians handle installation and maintenance within data centers, requiring technical certifications. While both roles are essential in data center operations, their responsibilities and work environments differ significantly.

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Data Center Design Lead

Data Center Design Lead

Unify Consulting

$204K/yr

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Design Management Lead to support large-scale, mission‑critical data center design and construction projects. This role serves as the Owner’s Representative, acting as a trusted advisor and agent to the client throughout all phases of design and construction.

You will work closely with internal stakeholders and a broad ecosystem of third‑party consultants, designers, and contractors to ensure design quality, schedule, cost, and risk are effectively managed from concept through construction administration.

Location Requirement
Must be located within 2 hours driving distance of West Virginia, Virginia beach, Northern Virginia, Columbus, Ohio, Charleston, South Carolina.

Please note:
We are unable to sponsor or transfer visas for this position. You must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without requiring sponsorship or visa transfer now or in the future.
Please no resumes from third-party agencies or recruiters.
Responsibilities

Design & Project Leadership

  • Serve as the client’s authorized representative across all design and construction-related activities for data center projects.
  • Lead and coordinate design efforts across multiple concurrent projects.
  • Manage escalation and resolution of complex design issues.
  • Act as the central point of coordination between stakeholders, design consultants, construction managers, and contractors.

Design Planning & Controls

  • Develop comprehensive design project plans prior to design kickoff.
  • Establish and maintain design schedules, budgets, and risk logs through design completion.
  • Coordinate value engineering and constructability reviews at key milestones.

Design Execution & Quality

  • Oversee development and execution of design contracts and amendments, including:
    • Site development and utility infrastructure
    • Data center design
    • Construction Administration / Services During Construction (CA/SDC)
  • Ensure QA/QC processes are executed and design gaps or issues are identified and addressed.

Reporting & Stakeholder Communication

  • Produce monthly design and CA/SDC reports.
  • Provide transparent reporting on schedule, cost, risk, and design status to stakeholders.

Cost, Contracts & Commercial Management

  • Coordinate development of cost estimates for scope gaps and design changes.
  • Support contract negotiations with third‑party vendors.
  • Support invoice review, payment tracking, and commercial reporting.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related.
  • 5+ years of experience in design management, project management, or owner’s representation roles
  • Experience supporting large-scale data center, mission‑critical, or industrial infrastructure projects
  • Strong understanding of multidisciplinary design coordination (civil, structural, MEP)
  • Experience managing schedules, budgets, and risk in highly complex projects
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience working directly for or with hyperscale technology clients
  • Background in construction administration and design-phase cost control
  • Familiarity with value engineering, constructability reviews, and QA/QC processes
  • Contract administration and change management experience
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem‑solving skills