VP, Design Program

Compass Datacenters•Dallas, TX

4h•Onsite

About The Position

The Vice President of Design Program will lead the end-to-end strategy, development, and execution of: Prototype Design Design Program This role is pivotal in shaping how we standardize, innovate, and scale design excellence across our global data center portfolio. Who You Are You are a creative systems thinker who thrives on seeing the big picture while mastering the details. You bring cross-disciplinary engineering expertise, simplify complexity, and foster alignment across diverse teams. Your approach reflects Compass culture, collaborative, simplicity, and relentlessly focused on delivering quality and innovation.

Requirements

Based in Dallas, TX.
10+ years in Design & Engineering in Mission Critical Sector with a minimum of 3+ years in a leadership role managing complex programs and standardizations.
Strong understanding of engineering disciplines relevant to Mission Critical design (Mechanical, Electrical, Architecture, BMS, Telecom, Structural, Civil).
Proven ability to identify and resolve design inconsistencies, anticipate risks, and maintain high-quality standards across multiple disciplines.

Responsibilities

Lead the creation and maintenance of prototype designs that serve as the blueprint for all data center projects.
Create, document, and refine standardized design processes to ensure efficient, repeatable, and high-quality project execution.
Implement best practices that streamline workflows and enhance coordination across multiple teams and disciplines.
Drive Kaizen based on lessons learned and industry advancements.
Develop quality control measures to guarantee that all design outputs meet prototype design and customer requirements.
Facilitate clear, consistent communication with stakeholders across departments, simplifying complex technical details to ensure understanding and alignment.