Design Manager

Make an impact at NTT Global Data Centers Join NTT Global Data Centers and be part of a team that drives innovation and sustainability in the digital world. With over 150 data centers across more than 20 countries globally, we offer unparalleled opportunities to work on cutting-edge technology and transformative projects. Experience a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive workplace where your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported. Your role at a glance The Design Manager is a key member of the Global Infrastructure Development team and a significant contributor to the Design/Build/Operate effort. This person works closely with the Director of Design to manage one or more data center design projects in collaboration with internal discipline leaders and cross-functional teams. The Design Manager is responsible for overseeing design development as well as the production of construction documents and specifications. This effort involves coordination between NTT GDC Americas, Inc. experts and outside consultants including structural, mechanical, electrical, and Civil Engineers and Landscape Architects. The Design Manager is also responsible for managing consultant contracts. Their duties will extend to non-technical, or accounting tasks related to the delivery of the work. The Design Manager requires a creative, detail-oriented problem solver with excellent communication skills that can achieve high quality standards while carefully considering cost and feasibility factors. This position requires good judgment to meet project objectives, with the ability to collaborate and manage the accountabilities of a diverse interdisciplinary team focused on creating and maintaining the best Data Center environments in our industry. What we are looking for essential duties & responsibilities Preparation and execution of Architectural and Engineering Consultant Agreements defining Scope of Work, Scope of Services and Fees based on Owner’s Project Requirements, design standards, and system specifications.  Preparing scope of work, scope of services, and solicitations for services including Request for Qualifications/Request for Proposals; evaluation of same and justification for selection. Ensuring there is alignment and accountabilities between Owner’s requirements and Construction Documents provided to Construction and Supply Chain. Manage the quality and timeliness of the AE’s performance. Review and approval of consultant invoices. Interaction with AHJs (Authorities Having Jurisdiction) for initial planning, requirements identification and approvals, and maintaining relations from the approval process through project completion. Prepares monthly project specific design work plans, schedules, and budgets. Effective daily management of the project design team (internal and external) and Equipment Suppliers to ensure the provision of required level of services in a pro-active and professional manner to enable other departments to fulfil their role. Assign and manage workload of Consultants to ensure they do not get overwhelmed, which may lead to quality issues. Ensure all potential/ongoing projects are properly documented, designed, and priced per customer/lease requirements. Participation as Owner’s representative in AOC and OAC meetings; keeping all levels of internal stakeholders knowledgeable of design elements and changes; coordinating design presentations between Owner group and AE Consultants. Contributes to the continuous development of program standards and specifications. Provide guidance to all verticals regarding most efficient & best cost solutions. Assist Product Team and Construction Team on pricing by providing equipment and design guidelines. As requested, assists with existing facilities’ capital and Tenant Improvement projects. Develops design concepts for new projects based on Owner’s Project Requirements and the project business case. Review appropriateness of design based on locality specifics, convention, local experience, climate, workforce, and existing standards. Responsible for ensuring that design standards are followed unless project conditions warrant deviations. If so, obtain consensus and document. Be proactive in leading efforts to develop PRO/CON and cost impact reports and present to the team for consensus. Presents design solutions to internal department representatives and/or Authorities Having Jurisdiction. Coordinates Site/Project Due Diligence Studies. Supervises and conducts QA/QC reviews of project documentation. Controls expenditures within limitations of project budget and manage a Value Analysis process to manage scope to achieve project cost targets. All aspects of the design should be overseen / approved by the appropriate team, especially when exceptions/changes are proposed. Collaboration with Product Team, Sales/ Sales Engineering, and Operations as to product to build, options and timeline, and provide solutions to meet project goals.  Collaborate when needed to discuss new process efficiencies and/or new products and/or datacenter configurations. Oversee consultant strategy and review. Provide design input and comments in team meetings and formulate solutions to allow the tenant’s needs to be satisfied within the building constraints. In the case of specific customer requirements to interpret, explain, verify, coordinate, and implement the Basis of Design set forth by the customer such that they are 100% satisfied they are receiving what is requested.  Ensure this is 100% documented for reference. All aspects of the design should be overseen / approved by the appropriate team, especially when exceptions/changes are proposed. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Knowledge of contractual and building regulation obligations. Ability to understand and interpret design and construction drawings/specifications, project schedules, detailed budgets and estimate summaries. In-depth knowledge of all aspects of a const