Design Manager Data Centres (m/f/d)

Design Manager Data Centres (m/f/d)

Join Goodman as Design Manager (based in Frankfurt) to drive our expansion into cutting‑edge data centre projects. You will collaborate closely with Project Managers, external consultants, and contractors to deliver high‑quality, cost‑effective solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute Architectural and Engineering Consultant Agreements, clearly defining Scope of Work, Services, and Fees based on the Owner’s Project Requirements (OPR).
• Lead the procurement process for services, including managing Request for Proposals (RFPs) and evaluating proposals to justify selections.
• Review and approve consultant invoices, proactively manage project budgets, and lead value engineering initiatives to ensure cost alignment.
• Oversee consultant workload distribution to ensure balanced output and the delivery of quality design work.
• Collaborate with Project and Cost Managers to develop and manage project‑specific design work plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Collaborate with all project team members and internal stakeholders to ensure all aspects of design are reviewed and approved as required.
• Supervise the project design team (internal and external) to deliver high‑quality design solutions.
• Represent the organization in regular design and project meetings, providing stakeholders with updates on design elements and any changes.
• Oversee design development and ensure the production of accurate construction documents and specifications.
• Oversee and supervise the Contractor’s design efforts during RIBA Stage 4 (Technical Design) and RIBA Stage 5 (Construction), ensuring designs adhere to local climate, workforce standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain consistency between the OPR and construction documents, flagging and documenting any deviations for resolution.
• Conduct regular QA/QC reviews of the Contractor’s design submissions, ensuring all deliverables meet the project’s quality standards and compliance requirements.
• Ensure close collaboration with the Contractor during construction to resolve design issues swiftly and align design with site execution.
• Review and manage end‑user driven design change requests during all stages of design.
• Provide design input to balance end‑user requirements with project constraints.
• Ensure customer requirements are interpreted, verified, and documented, aiming for a 100% satisfaction rate.
• Lead cost/time‑benefit analyses and present solutions that meet project goals.
• Coordinate design presentations between the company and consultants, ensuring thorough review and approvals.
• Support the project team in presenting design solutions to stakeholders, including end‑users.
• Collaborate effectively with the entire project team, ensuring that any proposed exceptions or changes are communicated and understood by all stakeholders.
• Ensure full adherence to design standards, documenting any deviations after reaching a consensus with the relevant stakeholders.
• Identify and manage design‑related risks, developing mitigation strategies to keep the project on track.

Qualifications

• Degree in Design, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in data centres or specialized facilities, focusing on CSA and MEP systems development.
• Experience leading multi‑disciplinary design teams and managing new construction, tenant improvements, and capital improvement projects.
• Proven expertise in consultant negotiation and management.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of contractual obligations, building regulations, and project delivery frameworks (RIBA).
• Proficient in interpreting design and construction drawings, project schedules, budgets, and construction project phases.
• Strong understanding of Civil, Structural, Mechanical, and Electrical design concepts.
• Expertise in construction projects, particularly data centres, with a strong focus on MEP systems.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and drafting software (AutoCAD, Revit).
• PMP or PgMP certification is a plus.
• Familiarity with building code regulations in NL, DE, or FR.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and presentation skills.
• Ability to develop creative solutions to reduce costs while maintaining high standards.
• Experience guiding new design concepts through detailed design, peer review, construction, and operational phases.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Design and Information Technology

Goodman owns, develops, and manages modern industrial real estate including logistics facilities, data centres, and business parks in strategic locations worldwide. Our culture is built on collective leadership, collaborative governance, individual ownership, and accountability.

We believe sustainability is the driving force behind everything we do. All of this is part of Goodman’s DNA, and we walk the walk, not just talk.

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