Design Project Manager
Decima International
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: United States
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About the role
- Direct the end-to-end design process from concept through "Issued for Construction" (IFC) documents, ensuring all deliverables align with the master project schedule and budget.
- Lead the integration between CSA (Civil, Structural, Architectural), MEP, ICT, and Security disciplines, to ensure 100% design integration and zero spatial conflicts.
- Assist in the technical review of long-lead equipment submittals to ensure structural and architectural readiness for heavy-load installations.
- Serve as the primary liaison between the owner, the Architect of Record (AOR), and the General Contractor. You will lead design review meetings and present technical progress to executive leadership.
- Prepare and present technical status reports and PowerPoint decks to both client leadership and site-level management.
- Ensure all site-level design changes (Field Changes) comply with owner standards, local building codes, and data center mission-critical requirements.
- Manage and expedite the technical review of RFIs and submittals, coordinating with consultants and subcontractors to prevent construction bottlenecks.
- Identify potential design-related risks and lead cross-functional teams to develop rapid, cost-effective engineering solutions.
- Utilize Revit/Navisworks for real-time clash detection and resolution.
- Proactively lead Value Engineering workshops to identify opportunities for cost optimization and schedule acceleration without compromising "Mission Critical" performance or structural integrity. Evaluate alternative materials and construction methods to drive maximum ROI for the client.
- Oversee the implementation of the Quality Management System (QMS) as it relates to design accuracy, local building codes, and "Mission Critical" performance standards, and support the commissioning (Cx) teams during final hand-over.
Requirements
- 15+ years of professional experience in engineering design and construction oversight.
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is highly preferred or required.
- Strong background in data center development, or similar mission-critical/industrial environments (e.g., power plants, hospitals, semiconductor labs).
- Proven ability to coordinate between multidisciplinary discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, Fire Protection,...) in a high-pressure construction environment.
- Expert-level proficiency in reading and interpreting structural drawings, site plans, and specifications.
- Mastery of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with construction software like Procore, CxAlloy, or Bluebeam.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent professional certification.
Benefits
- Excellent medical, vision and dental insurance for our employees.
- Paid time off
- Performance-based bonuses
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
engineering designconstruction oversightdesign integrationtechnical reviewclash detectionValue Engineeringquality managementrisk identificationcost optimizationstructural drawing interpretation
Soft skills
leadershipcommunicationcoordinationpresentationproblem-solvingteam collaborationstakeholder managementtime managementadaptabilitydecision-making
Certifications
Project Management Professional (PMP)Professional Engineer (PE)