Data Center Design Manager

Red Tree Engineering • New York, NY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Redtree Engineering is seeking a Data Center Design Manager to lead the design of mission-critical data center facilities from concept through construction and commissioning. The role leads multidisciplinary teams of architects, MEP engineers, structural and civil consultants, and specialist vendors to deliver safe, buildable, reliable, and on-budget designs that meet client, regulatory, and sustainability requirements. The facilities may include hyperscale, colocation, enterprise, and AI/HPC projects, including new builds, expansions, and retrofits.

The manager works closely with construction, procurement, operations, and clients to translate business needs into scalable designs. The position is full-time and based on-site at Redtree’s New York office, with travel of up to 15%.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• At least 8 years of experience in the design of mission-critical facilities, including at least 3 years in a design management or lead role.
• Experience managing multiple consultants and multidisciplinary design teams.
• Familiarity with BIM workflows, including Revit, Navisworks, and BIM 360/ACC.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Strong knowledge of data center power and cooling systems, redundancy concepts, and reliability standards.
• Professional Engineer (PE), Chartered Engineer (CEng), or registered Architect credential.
• Uptime Institute ATD/AOS, CDCP/CDCS/CDCE, or similar data center certifications.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full design process, including Concept, Schematic, Design Development, Construction Documents, and IFC, for new builds, expansions, and retrofits.
• Manage and coordinate external design consultants and internal engineering teams across architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, structural, civil, and controls disciplines.
• Ensure designs meet the client’s Basis of Design (BoD), Owner’s Project Requirements (OPR), and reliability targets.
• Run design reviews, constructability reviews, and value engineering workshops.
• Oversee BIM coordination and clash detection, maintaining model quality and LOD standards.
• Build and manage design schedules, deliverables, and milestones in line with the overall project program.
• Track design budgets, consultant fees, and change orders.
• Identify design risks early and drive mitigation plans.
• Support procurement of long-lead equipment, including generators, switchgear, UPS, and chillers, through technical specifications and bid evaluations.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, and design changes during construction.
• Serve as the main design contact for clients, internal leadership, authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs), and utility providers.
• Coordinate with construction managers, commissioning agents, and operations teams to ensure designs are buildable, testable, and maintainable.
• Present design progress, risks, and recommendations to senior stakeholders.
• Champion modular, prefabricated, and repeatable design approaches to speed delivery.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonus.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits.
• Professional development and certification support.
• Opportunity to work on advanced digital infrastructure projects.
• Access to CSI Global’s international engineering resources and 40+ years of AEC experience.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager