Design Manager - Data Centers

We are an engineering group and a major player in the fields of building, water, energy, industry, and mobility.

Entirely owned by our employees, we share a passion for engineering that blends innovative design with committed execution.

With 10,000 employees across more than 40 countries, we create solutions for a positive future, addressing strategic challenges for both the planet and humanity. Our teams operate on a human scale, fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing, and proximity in daily interactions.

Our Engineering division, comprising around 100 employees, is responsible for the design and supervision of all technical disciplines, including structural engineering, façades, HVAC, plumbing, medical fluids, fire safety, high voltage, low voltage, smart technologies, and security systems.

We work on high-value technical projects such as high-rise buildings, offices, hotels, shopping centers, and data centers. Our projects, both public and private, cover new constructions and renovations, with budgets ranging from €10 million to €500 million. We provide comprehensive project management, from competition phases to final delivery.

To strengthen our Data Center Department, we are seeking an experienced Design Manager.

In this role, you will lead the design phases of large-scale data center projects, working closely with the design team to ensure high-quality execution.

Key Responsibilities :

• Client Management: Identify client needs, define technical and financial options, and conduct regular project progress meetings.
• Project Coordination: Organize, plan, and oversee design studies with project teams, while contributing to key deliverables.
• Operational Reporting: Ensure consistent internal and external reporting throughout project phases.
• Quality Control: Validate deliverables, leveraging your technical expertise and input from specialists.
• Financial & Contractual Oversight: Manage project budgets and contractual aspects.
• Business Development: Support commercial efforts with the department manager and sales team, participate in client meetings, respond to tenders, and contribute to presentations.

• Engineering degree with at least 8 years of experience in data center project management, preferably as an HVAC or electrical engineer in a technical design office.
• Proven experience working in a Data Center environment and familiarity with Anglo-Saxon project frameworks (RIBA).
• Fluency in English (written and spoken) is essential.
• Strong autonomy, rigor, synthesis skills, writing, and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and ensure project coherence.
• Technical skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of REVIT is a plus.
• Regulatory knowledge: Understanding of Uptime Institute Tier Certification and TIA 942 standard.

What we offer : 

• A socially responsible company (diversity & inclusion policies, strong social protection, healthcare benefits, corporate foundation).
• An attractive profit-sharing policy (profit-sharing, employee stock ownership with matching contributions).
• Career growth opportunities with tailored training, career development programs, and mobility options.
• The chance to work in a passionate, human-sized team with exceptional engineering projects and mentorship from experienced professionals.

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