Cumming Group

Design Manager, Data Center

Cumming Group

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: United States

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Salary

💰 $115,700 - $161,966 per year

About the role

  • Manage external A/E consultants for performance, accountability, and adherence to project objectives.
  • Manage design budgets and track design-to-budget alignment.
  • Review and approve consultant invoices; manage design vendor cash flow.
  • Support cost benchmarking and early-stage budget validation with preconstruction teams.
  • Support our development function in executing site evaluations, test fits, due diligence, entitlement planning site selection efforts, including coordination of power availability, water supply, zoning, and geotechnical inputs.
  • Lead Request for Proposals (RFP) processes for design consultants; define scope, negotiate fees, and coordinate contract execution with Legal.
  • Lead multidisciplinary external teams in preparation and refinement of Schematic Design (SD), Design Development (DD), Issue for Permit (IFP), and Issue for Construction (IFC) documentation.
  • Utilize the standard tools, techniques, and processes to ensure clarity and consistency.
  • Oversee the creation and refinement of project-specific design documentation, including Schematic Design, Design Development, Issue for Permit (IFP), and Issue for Construction (IFC) packages.
  • Oversee construction administration (CA) activities, resolving field issues and preserving design intent with AOR / EOR.
  • Direct design change management processes to maintain alignment with reference designs, client standards, and cost/schedule targets.
  • Define project scopes, budgets, and schedules in partnership with Development and Pre-Construction teams.
  • Conduct structured design reviews and value engineering exercises to optimize cost, constructability, performance, and long-term operability.
  • Monitor project milestones to ensure timely delivery of high-quality design deliverables.
  • Capture and institutionalize lessons learned to inform continuous improvement and portfolio-wide standards.
  • Collaborate with commissioning and QA/QC teams to ensure systems meet design intent and performance requirements.
  • Assist in technical procurement efforts related to long-lead equipment (e.g., transformers, generators, switchgear, chillers).
  • Serve as primary design liaison with internal stakeholders, including Development, Construction, Capital Markets, Leasing, and Leadership.
  • Interface directly with hyperscale and colocation clients to align on technical requirements and performance expectations.
  • Present design concepts and progress updates to stakeholders, incorporating feedback into project execution.
  • Facilitate coordination with Real Estate and Finance teams to align design strategy with underwriting assumptions.
  • Collaborate with the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) regarding requests and comments to streamline the review process.
  • Manage consultants supporting permitting and entitlements during design.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and jurisdictional requirements.

Requirements

  • Proven experience managing CSA and MEP systems for large-scale data center projects, including MV/LV power systems, telecom, and security infrastructure.
  • Strong understanding of mission-critical systems, including: Power distribution (MV/LV, UPS, generators) Cooling systems (air-cooled, water-cooled, liquid cooling readiness) Fire protection and life safety systems
  • Familiarity with high-density environments and evolving hyperscale requirements.
  • Proficiency in design and collaboration tools such as AutoCAD, Revit/BIM, Bluebeam, and project management software.
  • Ability to translate technical complexity into clear communication for non-technical stakeholders
  • Ability to travel up to 30%.
  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering.
  • Professional licensure (Registered Architect or Professional Engineer) preferred.
Benefits
  • Medical
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) Matching
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Employee Assistance Program
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
CSA systemsMEP systemsMV power systemsLV power systemstelecom infrastructuresecurity infrastructurepower distributioncooling systemsfire protection systemslife safety systems
Soft Skills
project managementcommunicationcollaborationnegotiationleadershipproblem-solvingvalue engineeringcontinuous improvementstakeholder engagementdesign change management
Certifications
Bachelor's degree in ArchitectureBachelor's degree in Electrical EngineeringBachelor's degree in Mechanical EngineeringBachelor's degree in Civil EngineeringRegistered ArchitectProfessional Engineer