Principal Design Manager – Data Centers

Principal Design Manager – Data Center ¦ Hyperscale & Mission-Critical Infrastructure – USA (Flexible Location) ¦ $Excellent + Bonus + Full Benefits PackageAre you ready to take broader ownership of design across major hyperscale data center developments? Do you want to move beyond a single engineering discipline and lead the integration of architectural, civil, structural and MEP design from concept through delivery? Are you looking for a role with genuine technical authority and a clear path into senior design leadership? If so, read on...The CompanyAn international data center infrastructure platform expanding its presence across the United States.The business is developing large-scale digital infrastructure for increasingly power-intensive customer requirements, combining development, engineering, construction, and operational capability.The RoleAs Principal Design Manager, you will:Lead multidisciplinary design across major data center developments from concept through construction and commissioningOwn coordination across architectural, civil, structural, mechanical and electrical disciplinesDirect consultants, architects and engineering partners, driving design quality, programme and technical performanceLead key design reviews and decisions, resolving technical interfaces and constructability challenges before they impact deliveryPartner with Development, Construction, Commercial, Commissioning and Operations to align design with project and operational requirementsDrive standardisation, value engineering and lessons learned across projectsMaintain design authority through construction and commissioning, protecting design intent and resolving critical field issuesInfluence the evolution of design standards across the wider portfolioThe PersonThe successful candidate will likely bring:Significant design management experience within hyperscale data centers, mission-critical infrastructure or comparable complex developmentsStrong engineering expertise with the breadth to lead full multidisciplinary design rather than a single disciplineExperience leading design through concept, detailed design, construction and commissioningProven ability to direct multidisciplinary consultants, engineers and contractors on major capital projectsStrong understanding of architectural, civil, structural and MEP interfacesThe technical and commercial judgement to balance performance, programme, cost, constructability and operational requirementsStrong stakeholder leadership with the credibility to influence senior internal teams and external delivery partnersSalary & BenefitsCompetitive base salaryPerformance-based bonusComprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability cover401(k) with company matchGenerous PTO and paid holidaysDue to the continued growth of the North American portfolio, this role offers a clear opportunity to progress into broader design leadership as the organisation scales.If you are looking to take ownership of multidisciplinary design across major hyperscale developments with the scope to shape how future campuses are delivered, make your application without delay.