Construction Project Manager

Data Center Design Engineering Manager (Construction)

Data Center Design Engineering Manager in Construction

Infrastructure Services seeks a Data Center Design Engineering Manager to oversee and manage design engineering services during the construction phase of data center projects. This role is crucial in maintaining design integrity and ensuring seamless coordination between design and construction teams throughout project execution.

• Lead and manage design engineering services during construction phase, including technical review of RFIs, submittals and design clarifications with focus on response quality and SLA compliance.
• Conduct site visits/inspections to verify design compliance and attend urgent meetings within AMER region to resolve critical design‑construction issues.
• Lead technical discussions in OAC meetings reviewing Procore RFI/submittal logs and providing decisive design guidance to construction challenges.
• Direct and coordinate design teams, AORs, EORs by establishing clear priorities, deadlines and accountability measures to meet critical construction milestones.
• Maintain and coordinate comprehensive design documentation through Procore/Smartsheet, including models, reports and drawings to QAE for proper uploads.
• Review and validate design changes during construction for compliance with standards and requirements, coordinating modifications with Design Phase Manager to maintain design integrity.
• Coordinate and lead site punch walks with all disciplines, ensuring proper documentation and distribution to stakeholders.
• Monitor and ensure design team's compliance with review SLAs for Construction RFIs and Submittals.
• Ensure project closeout documentation, including record drawings, lessons learned logs, field reports and AHJ certificates, are properly archived in Workdocs and Procore.
• Proactively identify, assess and escalate design‑related risks to leadership, providing recommended solutions to address schedule or quality impacts.
• Drive timely resolution of design‑related construction issues through effective team coordination and decision‑making to maintain project schedule.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture or related field.
• 7 years of experience in end‑to‑end data center design lifecycle from concept through construction completion.
• Demonstrated experience managing design teams during construction phase.
• Strong understanding of construction administration processes and documentation.
• Proven track record of successful project delivery in mission‑critical facilities.
• Experience with construction management software Procore, Smartsheet.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to travel within AMER region as needed.

• Responsible for the coordination and completion of project/program, overseeing all aspects of projects/program.
• Managing all aspects of project execution including design development and construction administration processes, as well as expertise in implementing and optimizing project management platforms such as Smartsheet, Procore, etc. will be beneficial.
• Sets deadlines, assigns responsibilities, and monitors and summarizes progress of project/program.
• Prepares reports for upper management regarding status of project/program. Familiar with a variety of field concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Rely on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals, performing a variety of tasks.
• Leads and directs the work of others.
• A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department.

Expert Level

Contract position based out of Herndon, VA.

The pay range for this position is $80.00 - $85.00/hr eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Herndon, VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 10, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.