Mechanical OFCI Design Manager – Data Center Construction

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee the design management and coordination of owner-supplied, contractor-installed mechanical equipment for a hyperscale data center campus.

• Implement technical standards and supervise long-lead procurement specifications for chillers, CRAH/CRAC units, CDUs, air-cooled and dry coolers, pumps, and heat rejection systems.

• Ensure seamless integration between owner-supplied equipment and contractor scopes.

• Direct design teams, evaluate submittals, mitigate interface risks, and ensure deliverables align with schedule, cost, and commissioning requirements.

• Lead client communications and manage project management team services.

• Investigate construction market conditions and assess official published data.

• Create thought leadership reports for the construction market.

• Strategically and operationally oversee project management services, including resource planning, financial management, business development, and training and development.

• Establish team strategy and objectives in alignment with the Business Plan.

• Foster professional development and promote learning, respect, and inclusivity.

• Maintain knowledge management and disseminate commission learning through internal databases.

• Enhance internal systems and processes.

• Uphold quality standards and participate in ISO audits.

• Formulate priority plans, risk mitigation strategies, KPIs, appraisal documents, management controls, and critical success factors.

• Conduct internal BMS audits and coordinate representation for external certification audits.

• Build market understanding, act as a brand ambassador, and create client opportunities.

• Identify opportunities for cross-selling.

• Engage in senior leadership meetings and prepare as well as deliver presentations.

• Monitor revenue, margin levels, monthly fees, and resource requirements utilizing internal software.

• Draft proposals and responses to RFPs.

• Participate in networking and promotional events.

• Train and mentor team members.

• Collaborate with talent acquisition to attract talent and plan staffing needs.

• Comply with applicable SOX control responsibilities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, or a related field.

• A graduate degree in construction management, architecture, or engineering is preferred.

• Over 12 years of relevant experience in construction project management.

• At least 2 years managing large, high-performing multidisciplinary teams in a consulting setting.

• Demonstrated success in delivering project management services for clients.

• Business development ambition and acumen, with proven experience driving business growth.

• Extensive experience in the major construction sector with high-profile clients in commercial real estate, data centers, life sciences, industrial manufacturing, natural resources, or related fields.

• Outstanding presentation, verbal, written, organizational, and communication skills.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

• Opportunity to drive change and have your voice heard.

• Training and mentorship opportunities available.

• Inclusive workplace culture.

• Equal opportunity employment.