Design Manager – 12 months FTC

Rider Levett Bucknall RLB

. Lead the coordination and delivery of multi-disciplinary design activities for Data Centre projects across Europe.

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeMilan • ItalyMid-LevelSenior💰 €50,000 - €70,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing multi-disciplinary design activities for Data Centre projects, ensuring compliance with technical standards and regulatory obligations while facilitating effective communication among stakeholders. Proficient in BIM processes and design risk management to support project delivery from concept to commissioning.

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Design ManagementMEP UnderstandingBIM Level 2+ ProcessesStakeholder ManagementRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Design CoordinationTechnical Document InterpretationValue EngineeringChange Control ManagementDesign Risk Management

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsTeam LeadershipStakeholder Engagement

Tools & Technologies

BIM WorkflowsDigital Design Collaboration Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

RIBACEngMCIBSEMICECIOB

Industry Keywords

Data CentreMission-Critical FacilitiesPharmaceuticalAdvanced ManufacturingEuropean Jurisdictions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the coordination and delivery of multi-disciplinary design activities for Data Centre projects across Europe.
Manage and coordinate design development across Architectural, Structural, CSA, MEP, Fire, Security and ICT disciplines.
Lead design workshops, technical reviews and cross-discipline coordination meetings.
Ensure design deliverables meet Data Centre standards, client requirements, technical standards, programme milestones and regulatory obligations.
Drive consistency and accuracy across drawings, specifications, schedules and BIM models.
Develop and maintain design programmes, track deliverables and identify risks early.
Ensure design outputs support buildability, commissioning, phasing and critical programme milestones.
Oversee change control, design risk registers and decision logs.
Lead value-engineering exercises while protecting safety, quality and operational resilience.
Act as primary point of contact for design queries across client, contractor and consultant teams.
Support client governance processes by presenting design updates, risk summaries and technical recommendations.
Facilitate alignment between global Data Centre standards and local regulatory requirements.
Ensure compliance with local building regulations, mission-critical facility standards, safety-in-design principles and CDM responsibilities.
Review technical submittals, vendor designs, equipment selections and interface matrices.
Manage document control processes, design trackers and approved-for-construction packages.
Ensure integration of BIM workflows and correct data exchange protocols.
Maintain accurate project records for audit, commissioning and handover.
Act as a key interface between client stakeholders, designers, contractors and internal RLB teams across the full design lifecycle from concept to commissioning.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven experience as a Design Manager or Senior Design Coordinator in Data Centre, mission-critical, pharmaceutical, advanced manufacturing or other highly technical sectors.
Strong MEP understanding, particularly HV/LV distribution, cooling technologies, redundancy strategies and containment systems.
Experience working across multiple RIBA stages or European equivalents such as HOAI or SIA.
Ability to interpret complex technical documents and coordinate large multi-disciplinary teams.
Demonstrable experience managing design on fast-track or hyper-scale Data Centre projects.
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
Professional membership (RIBA, CEng, MCIBSE, MICE, CIOB) or working towards chartership.
Experience working across different European jurisdictions and regulatory systems.
Understanding of BIM Level 2+ processes and digital design collaboration platforms.
Knowledge of hyperscale client standards.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid Working - Working patterns to support your work-life balance.
Well-Rewarded - A competitive salary and generous holiday entitlement. As well as the opportunity to purchase up to five extra days.
Personal Development - A continuous learning and development programme, including established APC and in-house mentoring schemes.
Additional Benefits - We offer a wide range of benefits including professional membership subscriptions.
Exceptional Exposure - You’ll have the opportunity to work on diverse projects across different sectors and regions.
Social Responsibility - We hold team and social events as well as charity fundraising and volunteering activities.
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
Family-friendly policies.
Tailored training programme.
Mentoring and reverse mentoring schemes.
Employee-owned business.
Inclusive culture and employee wellbeing support.