Design Manager
About The Role
The Design Manager reports to the Director, Design and is a key execution Individual Contributor (IC) within the Design & Engineering team in the Product Delivery (PD) organization at Prime Data Centers. This role exists to own day-to-day design execution, coordinate internal and external contributors, and ensure design deliverables are timely, accurate, and aligned with delivery priorities. This is a hands-on, execution-focused role well-suited for a design professional who enjoys owning scope, driving coordination, and translating direction into action. The Design Manager operates close to the work and is critical to reducing friction, rework, and delivery risk.
Key Responsibilities
Owns execution of assigned design scopes and projects
Manages day-to-day coordination with internal teams and third-party designers
Is accountable for schedule adherence, issue resolution, complete deliverable packages, and design completeness
Escalates risks and tradeoffs clearly and early
First 6–12 Months: What Success Looks Like
Design deliverables consistently meet schedule and quality expectations
Fewer late-stage surprises or rework
Strong working relationships with internal teams and external partners
Increased predictability and transparency in design execution
Qualifications
Relevant design or engineering background; and/or relevant military training and experience; and/or exceptional career experience in similar role
Strong organizational and communication skills
Practical, delivery-oriented mindset