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We provide expert, sustainable solutions in records and information management, digital transformation services, data centers, asset lifecycle management, and fine art storage, handling, and logistics. We proudly partner every day with our 225,000 customers around the world to preserve their invaluable artifacts, extract more from their inventory, and protect their data privacy in innovative and socially responsible ways.
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Iron Mountain Data Centers (IMDC) is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Design Manager or Design Manager to join our EMEA Design and Construction team. In this role, you will lead the delivery of world-class data center design projects, ranging from new builds and customer fit-outs to phased expansions and operational upgrades. You will collaborate with external consultants and internal stakeholders to ensure high-quality, innovative, and cost-effective design solutions that meet Iron Mountain’s rigorous standards. If you are an experienced design professional with a strong technical background and leadership capabilities, we want to hear from you.
Your role in our mission
- Lead the design process for data center projects by managing third-party consultants and ensuring alignment with Iron Mountain’s standards.
- Collaborate with internal teams including construction, finance, sales, and operations to validate project scope, budgets, and timelines.
- Engage with external stakeholders such as developers, consultants, equipment manufacturers, and construction managers to ensure seamless project execution.
- Support due diligence efforts by assisting in the evaluation of potential data center acquisitions and assessing their feasibility in collaboration with external consultants.
- Provide oversight and reporting on key design and engineering elements, including budget, schedule, and infrastructure activities, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
- Support the sales engineering team by assessing design options to help drive business opportunities and customer solutions.
- Support procurement of long lead, owner-furnished equipment for data center projects.
- Promote inclusion and diversity within the Design and Construction team.
- Provide professional assistance as requested in support of global projects.
Valued skills and experience
- University Degree in Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or equivalent.
- Experience in mission-critical design and/or similar hi-tech, M&E-led industries (e.g., Nuclear, Pharmaceutical, Laboratory, Food & Drink manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Energy, etc.).
- Strong leadership experience working within multi-disciplinary design teams, preferably in a leading role.
- Versatile background in design consultancy, client engineering, site engineering, or contractor engineering roles.
- In-depth knowledge of complex electrical, mechanical, life safety, and control systems associated with critical facilities or data centers.
- Expertise in national and local building codes to ensure compliance and best practices.
- Excellent communication skills with strong written, presentation, and customer relationship abilities.
- Ability to build and manage relationships with key suppliers, business partners, and internal stakeholders.
Discover what we offer
- Discover Limitless Possibilities: Embark on an exciting journey with Iron Mountain, a global organization that embraces transformation and innovation.
- Empowering Inclusion: Join a supportive environment where everyone's voice is heard, opinions are valued, and feedback is encouraged, fostering an atmosphere of inclusion and belonging
- Global Connectivity: Connect with 26,000+ talented individuals from 59 countries, opening doors to diverse cultures and fostering global learning opportunities
- Championing Individuality: Be part of a winning team that celebrates diversity and encourages individual differences to drive greatness.
- Competitive Total Rewards: supporting your career at Iron Mountain, family, personal wellness, and wellbeing. (Local benefits may vary based on country-specific policies.)
- Embrace Flexibility: Experience the freedom of remote/hybrid work, enabling a harmonious work-life balance (dependent on role).
- Unleash Your Potential: Access abundant opportunities for personal and professional growth, preparing you for a digitalized future.
- Valuing Every Contribution: Join a workplace that actively encourages and supports all talents, recognizing the unique impact of each individual.
- Pioneering Sustainability: Contribute to our vision of fostering a sustainable and thriving workforce, leaving an enduring legacy for generations to come
