Senior Design Manager EMEA - Data Centres

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Are you curious about being part of our growth stor y while evolving your skills in a culture that will welcome your unique contributions? If so, let\’s start the conversation.

Iron Mountain Data Centers (IMDC) is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Design Manager or Design Manager to join our EMEA Design and Construction team. In this role, you will lead the delivery of world-class data center design projects, ranging from new builds and customer fit-outs to phased expansions and operational upgrades. You will collaborate with external consultants and internal stakeholders to ensure high-quality, innovative, and cost-effective design solutions that meet Iron Mountain’s rigorous standards. If you are an experienced design professional with a strong technical background and leadership capabilities, we want to hear from you.

Your role in our mission

• Lead the design process for data center projects by managing third-party consultants and ensuring alignment with Iron Mountain’s standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams including construction, finance, sales, and operations to validate project scope, budgets, and timelines.
• Engage with external stakeholders such as developers, consultants, equipment manufacturers, and construction managers to ensure seamless project execution.
• Support due diligence efforts by assisting in the evaluation of potential data center acquisitions and assessing their feasibility in collaboration with external consultants.
• Provide oversight and reporting on key design and engineering elements, including budget, schedule, and infrastructure activities, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
• Support the sales engineering team by assessing design options to help drive business opportunities and customer solutions.
• Support procurement of long lead, owner-furnished equipment for data center projects.
• Promote inclusion and diversity within the Design and Construction team.
• Provide professional assistance as requested in support of global projects.

Valued skills and experience

• University Degree in Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or equivalent.
• Experience in mission-critical design and/or similar hi-tech, M&E-led industries (e.g., Nuclear, Pharmaceutical, Laboratory, Food & Drink manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Energy, etc.).
• Strong leadership experience working within multi-disciplinary design teams, preferably in a leading role.
• Versatile background in design consultancy, client engineering, site engineering, or contractor engineering roles.
• In-depth knowledge of complex electrical, mechanical, life safety, and control systems associated with critical facilities or data centers.
• Expertise in national and local building codes to ensure compliance and best practices.
• Excellent communication skills with strong written, presentation, and customer relationship abilities.
• Ability to build and manage relationships with key suppliers, business partners, and internal stakeholders.

Discover what we offer

• Discover Limitless Possibilities: Embark on an exciting journey with Iron Mountain, a global organization that embraces transformation and innovation.
• Empowering Inclusion: Join a supportive environment where everyone\’s voice is heard, opinions are valued, and feedback is encouraged, fostering an atmosphere of inclusion and belonging
• Global Connectivity: Connect with 26,000+ talented individuals from 59 countries, opening doors to diverse cultures and fostering global learning opportunities
• Championing Individuality: Be part of a winning team that celebrates diversity and encourages individual differences to drive greatness.
• Competitive Total Rewards: supporting your career at Iron Mountain, family, personal wellness, and wellbeing. (Local benefits may vary based on country-specific policies.)
• Embrace Flexibility: Experience the freedom of remote/hybrid work, enabling a harmonious work-life balance (dependent on role).
• Unleash Your Potential: Access abundant opportunities for personal and professional growth, preparing you for a digitalized future.
• Valuing Every Contribution: Join a workplace that actively encourages and supports all talents, recognizing the unique impact of each individual.
• Pioneering Sustainability: Contribute to our vision of fostering a sustainable and thriving workforce, leaving an enduring legacy for generations to come