poolside

Design Manager

poolside

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Austin • Texas • United States

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About the role

  • Manage the full lifecycle of architectural and engineering drawings, specifications, and design deliverables for data center projects
  • Review, track, and respond to client RFIs, design change requests, and requests for proposals or clarifications in a timely and accurate manner
  • Coordinate design updates, revisions, and redlines across mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), structural, and architectural disciplines
  • Lead internal design review meetings and facilitate resolution of design conflicts or discrepancies
  • Collaborate closely with external architecture/engineering firms, clients, and construction teams to ensure requirements are clearly communicated and met
  • Maintain version control of drawings and documentation; ensure compliance with client standards, building codes, and industry best practices
  • Identify potential design risks, propose mitigation strategies, and escalate issues as needed to project leadership
  • Develop and maintain design schedules, track progress, and report on deliverables to stakeholders
  • Mentor and manage a team of design coordinators, drafters, or junior engineers as the function grows
  • Be directly responsible for engineering costs and value engineering exercises for overall cost of the program

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil), or related field; Master’s degree or Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
  • 0+ years in architectural/engineering design management, with at least 5 years in data centers, mission-critical facilities, or large-scale hyperscale projects
  • Proficiency in design and documentation tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, BIM 360, Bluebeam Revu)
  • Deep knowledge of data center systems (MEP infrastructure, power distribution, cooling systems, structural requirements)
  • Familiarity with design standards (Uptime Institute, ASHRAE, IBC) and permitting processes
  • Strong communication skills for client interactions, RFI responses, and cross-functional coordination
  • Proven leadership in managing teams and driving accountability in fast-paced environments
  • Experience across power / utility environments to accommodate different RAM Analysis and costs for battery / capacitor ramp
Benefits
  • Exceptional organizational and project management abilities
  • Occasional travel required for client meetings, site walks, design workshops, and project reviews
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
architectural designengineering designdesign managementversion controldesign risk identificationcost engineeringvalue engineeringdesign schedulingdocumentation managementMEP infrastructure
Soft Skills
communication skillsleadershipteam managementcross-functional coordinationproblem-solvingmentoringstakeholder reportingclient interactionconflict resolutionaccountability
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in ArchitectureBachelor’s degree in EngineeringMaster’s degreeProfessional Engineer (PE) license