Job Description

A propos de Vantage Data Centers
Vantage Data Centers alimente, refroidit, protege et connecte la technologie des plus grands joueurs hyperscale, des fournisseurs de solutions infonuagiques et des grandes entreprises. Presente en Amerique du Nord, en Europe et en Asie-Pacifique, Vantage innove dans la conception des centres de donnees pour offrir des gains spectaculaires en termes de fiabilite, d'efficacite et de durabilite ainsi que des environnements flexibles qui peuvent evoluer aussi vite que le marche l'exige.
Role Overview
We are looking for a high-performing regional Senior Manager to lead Design Management efforts across hyperscale data centre development projects. Sitting between a Principal and Director level, this role requires a combination of strategic design oversight, strong technical expertise, and a growing focus on people management.
As a core member of the EMEA Development and Delivery team, you will be responsible for coordinating multidisciplinary design efforts, guiding external consultants and internal teams, and managing a small group of regional project-based Design Managers. This role bridges project execution and leadership by delivering complex design programs while mentoring junior managers and contributing to strategic design planning. You will play a vital role in supporting procurement, risk management, technical compliance, and continuous improvement across projects.
This role is a unique opportunity for a Principal level leader looking to broaden their team management responsibilities while maintaining deep engagement in project execution and design innovation influencing industry standards and delivering high-performance spaces that set new benchmarks for the sector. You will help shape data centre infrastructure that meets the demands of a rapidly evolving digital world.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Design OversightLead development, review, and enhancement of design packages, standards, and specifications across multiple projects. Drive consistency and alignment with organizational goals, customer expectations, and regional design strategy. Own and maintain project-specific design briefs, ensuring inputs, constraints, and customer requirements are clearly captured.

People & Team LeadershipDirectly manage a team of regional Design Managers, providing technical oversight, feedback, and development support. Foster a high-performance design culture through mentoring, regular check-ins, and Lessons Learned reviews. Assist in resource planning and performance evaluations under the guidance of the Senior Director of Design Management.

Project Execution & Consultant OversightLead coordination with third-party consultants, guiding their work in line with Scope of Work, performance KPIs, and project timelines. Oversee multi-disciplinary design delivery and provide technical validation of engineering proposals and submissions. Manage change control processes related to design deliverables and ensure effective cross-functional communication between Development, Construction, and Operations.

Stakeholder CollaborationServe as a key technical point of contact across internal departments: Sales Engineering, Site Development, Procurement, Construction, and Operations. Attend design review meetings with internal stakeholders and customers, resolving conflicts, escalating blockers, and ensuring alignment on priorities. Support tender and procurement teams with OFCI/CFCI design input, SOW validation, and value engineering decisions.

Risk & Quality ManagementPerform site visits to evaluate design implementation, track quality and compliance, and proactively address design-related risks. Lead technical reviews and risk assessments for critical systems, including power, cooling, and security infrastructure. Ensure all regional code compliance and technical documentation are upheld through each stage of design.

Continuous Improvement & ReportingIdentify and implement process improvements to reduce cost, risk, or timeline in the design and procurement lifecycle. Drive internal benchmarking efforts across regions to refine design quality and delivery methods. Deliver regular progress reports, risk summaries, and CAPEX/OPEX implications to leadership.

Skills and Competencies:Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization and with external partners. Strong strategic thinking and decision-making capabilities, with a focus on achieving long-term organizational objectives. Expertise in design management and design integration across diverse teams. Understanding of financial management, including budget planning, resource allocation, and cost control. Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing competing priorities and deadlines. A commitment to innovation, sustainability, and excellence in design.

Knowledge, and ExperienceBachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field. Chartered or Professional Engineer accreditation preferred. 14+ years of experience in design and engineering management, with 7+ years in data centre or mission-critical environments, including previous leadership of people or teams. Demonstrated experience leading internal design teams and managing external consultant performance. Cross-discipline expertise in mechanical, electrical, civil, and structural design related to hyperscale data centers. Good understanding of , UK, European and / or South Africa regional building codes, regulations, and permitting. Proven leadership ability to drive alignment, manage conflict, and elevate team performance. Excellent communication, analytical, and decision-making skills. Willingness to travel across the region (~20-30% travel expected).
Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.
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