Mechanical OFCI Design Manager - Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend•Wide Ruins, AZ

3d•$170,000 - $210,000

About The Position

Turner & Townsend is seeking a Mechanical OFCI Design Manager to lead the design management and coordination of owner-furnished, contractor-installed mechanical equipment for a hyperscale data center campus. Reporting to senior program leadership, the role enforces technical standards, oversees long-lead procurement specifications, and ensures seamless integration between owner-supplied equipment and contractor scopes. Equipment includes chillers, CRAH/CRAC units, cooling distribution units (CDUs), air-cooled and dry coolers, pumps, and heat rejection systems. The manager guides design teams, reviews submittals, resolves interface risks, and aligns deliverables with schedule, cost, and commissioning requirements. The posting also describes leadership of project management services, including client communications, team and resource management, financial oversight, business development, market research, thought leadership, quality control, process improvement, and staff development. The role promotes learning, respect, inclusivity, and collaboration, and may include SOX control responsibilities where applicable. This is a full-time role with a stated base salary range of $170,000–$210,000 per year. On-site presence and requirements may change depending on client needs. Turner & Townsend promotes a flexible working environment that respects work-life balance and is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, or a field related to construction.
12 or more years of relevant construction project management experience.
At least 2 years managing large, high-performing multidisciplinary teams in a consulting environment.
Proven track record of successful project management service delivery for clients.
Demonstrated business development ambition and acumen, including experience driving business growth.
Major construction-sector experience with high-caliber clients in areas such as commercial real estate, data centers, life sciences, industrial manufacturing, or natural resources.
Excellent presentation, verbal, written, organizational, and communication skills.
Strong leadership skills and experience leading a project management team.
Multiple years of mission-critical mechanical design experience and a deep understanding of data center cooling architectures.

Nice To Haves

Graduate degree in construction management, architecture, or engineering.

Responsibilities

Lead design management and coordination of owner-furnished, contractor-installed mechanical equipment for a hyperscale data center campus.
Enforce technical standards and oversee long-lead procurement specifications for mechanical equipment.
Ensure integration between owner-supplied equipment and contractor scopes; guide design teams, review submittals, resolve interface risks, and align deliverables with schedule, cost, and commissioning requirements.
Lead communications with the client and oversee project management team services.
Lead research on construction market conditions, including analysis of official published data, and produce thought leadership reports.
Lead strategic and operational management of Project Management Services, including resource planning, financial management, business generation, and training and development.
Set team strategy and ambition in line with the Business Plan.
Develop staff and promote a culture of learning, respect, and inclusivity; support training, mentorship, and career development.
Ensure knowledge and learning from commissions are recorded in internal databases and shared.
Identify and implement improvements to internal systems and processes.
Ensure compliance with quality standards, participate in ISO audits, undertake internal BMS audits, and coordinate and represent the office in external certification audits.
Develop priority plans, risk mitigation, KPI and appraisal measures, management controls, and critical success factors aligned with company goals.
Develop market understanding, act as a brand ambassador, build a pipeline of opportunities, and identify cross-selling opportunities.
Participate in meetings with senior leadership, directors, and staff, and prepare and deliver presentations.
Track revenue, margins, monthly fees, and resource requirements for commissions using internal software.
Prepare proposals and RFP responses for new clients and projects.
Attend relevant networking events and promotional opportunities with directors.
Partner with talent acquisition to attract talent, manage resource requirements, and plan for future staffing needs.
Model a one-business culture and balance the needs of employees, clients, stakeholders, and society.
Adhere to SOX control responsibilities where applicable.