Ghafari Associates

Architect

• Lead architectural scope for hyperscale and enterprise data center projects and other mission critical facilities.
• Coordinate architectural requirements for critical spaces including data halls, electrical rooms, UPS/battery rooms, generator buildings/yards, MEP galleries, MMR/telecom spaces, security/operations and service/loading areas.
• Drive intense interdisciplinary coordination with all disciplines and key consultants to resolve equipment clearance, access/maintenance pathways, envelope interfaces and constructability constraints.
• Manage compliance to owner standards / prototype requirements common to hyperscale and enterprise clients; document deviations and coordinate approvals as required.
• Support fast-track delivery, including early release packages and phased permitting/issuances.
• Participate and lead model-based review and coordination efforts with the BIM/VDC team.
• Establish the factual parameters of the design work (e.g., code, site restrictions, budget and schedule restraints); identify building systems options and related performance and cost criteria; and assist in the presentation of design documents.
• Assume primary responsibility for the daily activities of the architectural project team and the progress of the work and for the technical quality of the Construction Documents (drawings and specifications).

Project Architect – Mission Critical, Data Centers

Electrical Engineer

• Provide engineering design and analysis for lighting, power, low voltage, and associated control systems for Mission Critical facilities
• Develop construction documents for installation, interconnection, and control of architectural, electrical, and mechanical components
• Design and engineer lighting and power distribution systems, low voltage systems
• Collaborate with project teams to define project scope, budget and design approach
• Maintain organized project files with calculations, schedules, and correspondence

Electrical Engineer – Mission Critical, Data Centers

Mechanical Engineer

• Develop and establish project scope, mechanical budget, necessary constraints and design approach with project manager and/or client.
• Proper communication skills to be involved in design team / owner meetings.
• Develop feasibility studies and project cost estimates.
• Maintain working knowledge of latest building codes and standards in the industry.
• Formulate and lead design of mechanical systems including HVAC, piping, plumbing, and fire protection.
• Create engineering documents using CAD technology utilizing Autodesk (Revit and AutoCAD) or manually with support from more junior staff.
• Conduct field measuring and checking at the construction site.
• Review drawings for omissions, errors, interferences, overall quality, content accuracy, compliance with standards and codes.
• Review product submittals for design content, specify action to be taken to reach specification compliance.
• Maintain organized project file containing project calculations, correspondence, appropriate reference materials, etc.
• Prepare project file updates, transmittals, letters, reports, requests for reproduction services.
• Assist with checking, standards review, and maintenance of master specifications.
• Develop and mentor less experienced staff.

Project Architect – Mission Critical, Data Centers

Electrical Engineer – Mission Critical, Data Centers

Senior Mechanical Engineer