Senior Design Manager

Responsibilities

• Implement Digital Realty Design & Engineering Guidelines & Standards and lead design projects
• Direct and oversee architects, engineers, consultants, and equipment suppliers
• Lead end-to-end RFP processes for Architectural/Engineering consultants
• Manage consultant performance including review/approval of invoices
• Ensure alignment with industry best practices and business objectives
• Partner with Delivery teams for project schedules, budgets, and forecasts
• Review OFCI equipment submittals and provide recommendations
• Lead design review sessions evaluating key project documents
• Serve as customer interface for build-to-suit projects
• Prepare and deliver executive-level presentations and monthly project reports
• Build and manage vendor relationships and contribute to design innovation

• 7+ years of experience managing technically complex projects
• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline;
  Professional License (AIA, PE/PEng) preferred
• Ability to lead and manage internal teams, external partners, and project stakeholders
• Strong ability to interpret design/construction drawings, specifications, contracts, schedules, and detailed budgets
• Advanced understanding of electrical, mechanical, security/monitoring, and fire detection/suppression systems
• Comprehensive knowledge of design and construction industry practices, terminology, and contract structures
• Familiarity with applicable building codes and regulatory requirements
• Financial acumen with the ability to review, analyze, and provide recommendations on budgets and estimates
• Proficiency in MS Office and AutoCAD
• Strong team collaboration, communication, and relationship-building skills

Demonstrates expertise in managing technically complex projects while ensuring alignment with industry best practices and business objectives. Proficient in interpreting design and construction documents, managing vendor relationships, and delivering executive-level presentations.

• Project Management
• Design Review Leadership
• Financial Acumen
• Vendor Relationship Management
• Regulatory Compliance

• Project Scheduling
• Budget Analysis
• Design Interpretation
• Electrical Systems Knowledge
• Mechanical Systems Knowledge
• Security Systems Knowledge
• Fire Detection Systems Knowledge
• Construction Industry Practices
• Building Codes Familiarity
• Contract Structures Knowledge

• Team Collaboration
• Communication Skills
• Relationship Building

• Professional License (AIA, PE/PEng)

• Design Guidelines
• Engineering Standards
• RFP Processes
• Consultant Performance Management
• OFCI Equipment Submittals

• MS Office
• AutoCAD