Lead the end-to-end design of data center infrastructure including electrical, mechanical, and networking systems.
Develop and enforce design standards, best practices, and technical specifications.
Evaluate and integrate new technologies to enhance scalability, energy efficiency, and performance.
Review and approve technical deliverables to ensure regulatory and quality compliance.
Manage, supervise and mentor a team of up to 10 design professionals, providing clear technical direction and support.
Manage multiple concurrent data center projects, ensuring milestones, budgets, and timelines are met.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including project managers, construction staff, and vendors.
Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies to address design challenges.
Oversee preparation of design documentation (e.g., schematics, blueprints, specifications).
Ensure timely submission of Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) documentation.
Maintain compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred in STEM or relevant field plus 5+ years of applicable experience, or a Master’s degree with 3+ years of related experience, additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
Requires 2+ years of experience leading teams or Enterprise IT Infrastructure projects.
Minimum of 3+ years of experience in Data Center or Infrastructure design.
U.S. Citizen with an active DoD Secret Clearance.
Proven leadership experience managing design teams.
Strong project management and organizational skills.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts.
Experience working in high-paced, deadline-driven environments.
PMP, SCRUM, or other relevant certifications preferred.
Experience with cloud infrastructure or virtualized environments preferred.
Familiarity with construction and vendor management processes preferred.
Proficiency with tools such as Microsoft Access, Excel, SharePoint, DCDDB preferred.
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities preferred.
Prior NMCI experience preferred.

Benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

data center designinfrastructure designelectrical systemsmechanical systemsnetworking systemsdesign standardstechnical specificationsrisk assessmentsdesign documentationcloud infrastructure

Soft Skills

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Certifications

PMPSCRUMDoD Secret Clearance