Architect Design Project Manager
On-site · Ashburn, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Architect Design Project Manager responsible for managing CSA Civil / Structural / Architecture design for data center projects (new builds and expansions) focusing on site development, building shell, structural, and architectural scopes for hyperscale/enterprise data centers. Leads design teams, coordinates with construction and vendors, drives design integrity, and ensures operability and maintainability. Requires strong client-facing communication, experience with Revit MEP/AutoCAD MEP, field observations during construction, and ability to guide design through RFP/RFI processes, design coordination, and commissioning handover. Must have progressed through consulting engineering roles and be able to oversee multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment, with onsite work and occasional travel.
Required Qualifications
- BA / BS / Associates Degree a plus - ideally in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Structural Engineering, or Architecture
- Licensed RA / EIT / PE a Plus
- Previous experience at an Architecture / Engineering / Consulting firm a MUST
- Experience with hyperscale / colo / enterprise data center design
- CSA focus with working knowledge of land use and land development conventional practices
- Previous experience using: Revit MEP projects, AutoCAD MEP, BIM 360, Procure, CX Alloy, Helix, a plus
- Experience performing field observations during construction
- Must be familiar with the design process of CSA systems for data center and mission critical projects, including site layout, site improvements, building envelope, drainage, stormwater, grading, pavement, utilities, structural systems: framing & foundations, architectural coordination, construction detailing, roofing, waterproofing, lighting, millwork, door/frame/hardware, & finishes
- Experience with commissioning and handover of CSA systems in a data center environment is preferred
- Experience with leading a team of architects and engineers over multiple projects in large-scale projects with a delivery timeline
- Previous experience working with engineering consulting / construction firms
- Client Facing / Client relationship / Client Management skills
- Ability to effectively communicate via strong written and verbal communication, complex project details with clear and concise reporting, provide market information and analysis at all organizational levels to include senior leadership, utility partners, and internal / external stakeholders
- Be able to read and review high level design drawings and one-lines; ensure field compliance with specs
- Ability to analyze and resolve construction issues efficiently
- Self Starter, self motivated, Strong problem-solving skills and should prioritize well and have the ability to successfully work independently and within a team
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
- Work onsite / at location with occasional travel to other company colo locations
- Active participant in local data center organizations (7x24, AFCOM, DCD, Uptime Institute, DICE Bisnow, etc.) a plus
- Previous experience in the Military / Military Veterans a huge plus! Navy; Army; Air Force; Maritime; Coast Guard; Army National Guard, etc.
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