Design Manager – EMEA

Iron Mountain

. Lead delivery of complex design scope for data centre new builds, customer fit-outs, phased expansions and operational upgrades .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeRemote • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex design delivery for data centres, including multidisciplinary coordination and compliance with national and local codes. Proven ability to mentor teams, manage stakeholder relationships, and deliver projects within cost, schedule, and quality objectives.

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Multidisciplinary Data Centre DesignProject Stakeholder CoordinationDesign Risk ManagementCommercial AwarenessMentoring and Leadership

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Hard Skills

Building Systems DesignMechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringLife-Safety SystemsControls EngineeringArchitectural DesignCivil EngineeringTechnical Due DiligenceValue EngineeringDesign Reporting

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationPresentation SkillsNegotiation SkillsStakeholder ManagementCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional RegistrationEngineering Licence

Industry Keywords

Data CentresMission-Critical FacilitiesDesign StandardsPermitting ProcessesConstruction SupportOperational UpgradesRisk AssessmentCost ManagementQuality ObjectivesCustomer Solutions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead delivery of complex design scope for data centre new builds, customer fit-outs, phased expansions and operational upgrades
Own design delivery for complex building systems, major multidisciplinary packages or defined project phases from brief through construction support and commissioning handover
Direct external design consultants and coordinate developers, equipment manufacturers, contractors and project managers
Establish package-level design plans, deliverables, responsibilities, decision dates and review gates
Manage performance against cost, schedule and quality objectives
Lead multidisciplinary reviews and resolve coordination, constructability, compliance and technical interface issues
Assess risks, opportunities and design options; develop evidence-based recommendations and escalate strategic, customer, cost or schedule decisions
Interface with Construction, Operations, Commercial, Finance, Sales Engineering, Security, Sustainability and other stakeholders
Provide design reporting, forecasts and governance information covering risks, decisions, changes and consultant performance
Support site selection, technical due diligence, customer solutions, planning and permitting, value engineering and procurement of long-lead owner-furnished equipment
Apply global standards and regional requirements; identify justified deviations and support formal review and approval
Capture lessons learned, improve regional tools and processes, and mentor Associate Design Managers and peers
Promote a safe, inclusive and collaborative working environment and provide professional support to projects when requested

Requirements

What you’ll need

University degree in Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience
Typically 5-9 years of relevant experience in data centres, mission-critical facilities or another complex, services-led technical environment
Strong working knowledge of multidisciplinary data centre or critical-facility design, including mechanical, electrical, life-safety, controls, architectural and civil interfaces
Demonstrated experience managing consultants and coordinating design across project stakeholders with limited supervision
Ability to own complex scope, analyse options, manage design risk and resolve escalated technical and delivery issues
Good knowledge of relevant national and local codes, standards, permitting processes and authority requirements
Commercial awareness, including the relationship between design decisions, capital cost, operating performance, programme and customer requirements
Strong written, presentation, negotiation and stakeholder-management skills
Ability to mentor colleagues and promote consistent design-management practice without formal line authority
Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required, typically up to 25%
Professional registration or engineering licence is preferred where relevant to the discipline and jurisdiction

Benefits

Comp & perks

Ability to work remotely (posting location: UK | England | Remote)
Professional development through mentoring and peer guidance
Inclusive and collaborative working environment
Opportunity to contribute to sustainable solutions with positive customer, employee, and planetary impact