Principal Data Center Design Manager (Nashville, TN)

Oracle•Nashville, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) is seeking a Principal Data Center Design Manager to manage design delivery and technical oversight across its global data center portfolio. As a senior individual contributor, this role manages the full lifecycle of design activities, from early planning and consultant engagement through design reviews and coordination. It ensures projects meet Oracle standards for quality, efficiency, and scalability and that design packages align with technical program requirements. The role contributes to OCI’s infrastructure growth by applying deep technical knowledge, promoting design consistency, and proactively resolving design risks. The position is onsite in Nashville, Tennessee.

Requirements

NCARB-accredited degree in architecture, engineering, or a related technical field.
At least 7 years of experience managing data center or mission-critical facility design.
Expertise in building MEP systems, data center infrastructure, and high-density cooling, including air and liquid cooling.
Experience working with lease providers and/or colocation developers.
Strong understanding of design phases, permitting processes, and construction workflows.
Proficiency in reading MEP, architectural, and structural technical drawings and specifications.
Excellent communication, coordination, and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Knowledge of relevant building codes, industry standards such as ASHRAE, NFPA, and Uptime, and sustainability best practices.

Nice To Haves

PE or RA license.
Experience with international data center design projects.
Familiarity with cloud infrastructure and hyperscale requirements.
Experience with Revit/BIM coordination workflows and document control tools such as ACC and Newforma.
LEED AP, Uptime ATD, or similar certifications.

Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end design process for new and retrofit data center projects.
Coordinate with construction, operations, network, and capacity-planning teams to align project requirements.
Oversee and review consultant design packages, including BOD, SD, DD, and IFC, for alignment with Oracle design standards and program goals.
Drive technical due diligence and early design assessments for lease and greenfield opportunities.
Serve as the primary design point of contact for colocation partners, providing direction, design QA/QC, and performance feedback.
Ensure designs support operational efficiency, maintainability, and scalability.
Identify and resolve design risks, conflicts, and inefficiencies.
Support the development and maintenance of internal design standards and best practices.
Lead design review meetings and workshops with cross-functional teams.
Track and manage design deliverables and schedules across multiple concurrent projects.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion.
Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance and AD&D.
Supplemental life insurance for employees, spouses, and children.
Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts.
Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits.
401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match.
Paid time off, including flexible or accrued vacation depending on employee eligibility and position.
11 paid holidays.
Paid sick leave.
Paid parental leave.
Adoption assistance.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Financial planning and group legal benefits.
Voluntary auto, homeowner, and pet insurance benefits.
May be eligible for bonus and equity.