Senior Design Manager

At Rowan Digital Infrastructure, we are transforming data center delivery for speed and scale. Our mission is to deliver best-in-class data center solutions to hyperscale customers who share our commitment to sustainability, and to do so with an unwavering focus on efficiency, quality, and flexibility. Our data center solutions are tailored to our customers’ needs and delivered by our exceptional end-to-end team. Rowan is assembling a strategic portfolio of data center sites in Tier 1 markets across the United States at various stages of development, and we’re looking for incredible and passionate people to help us advance our company and our commitment to building a more sustainable future. Rowan is backed by Quinbrook, a leading investor in the energy transition, and Blackstone, the world’s largest alternative asset manager. Ready to join us in transforming the future of data centers and sustainability? Apply now to explore exciting career opportunities at Rowan Digital Infrastructure and be a part of our mission to revolutionize data center delivery. Role Summary We are looking for a Design Manager to provide engineering and/or Architectural expertise to support projects across the Rowan data center project portfolio. This position is a critical part of the technical team that will help support all aspects of the Rowan approach from site origination through facility operations. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully providing both design and field level engineering support for complex development projects in the data center, industrial design/build, or similar industrial construction industries. The successful candidate will have excellent strategic thinking skills, a customer service orientation, excellent organizational and communication skills, the ability to multitask, comfort with ambiguity, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment. Travel: Ability to travel up to (25%) for company gatherings or to project sites Location: Denver, CO (hybrid, in-office) - will consider remote for the right candidate Compensation: $150K - $185K - Offers Bonus Essential Responsibilities Lead, direct, and manage architectural and engineering consultants in the design, permitting, and coordination of data center building and site design, inclusive of civil, geotechnical, architectural, structural, MEP, security, controls disciplinesCollaborate with internal Subject Matter Expert engineering teams (electrical, mechanical, controls) to drive a cohesive data center building design. Expertise is not needed in all areas, but a general knowledge of all areas from a design and construction perspective is desiredCoordinate with and ensure Rowan’s understanding of any engineering related Customer design requirements on a project-by-project basisProvide on-site field support as needed during construction, ensuring that engineering work is executed according to design specifications and standardsCollaborate with the design and construction teams to address site-specific challenges and make recommendations to optimize designs for constructabilityInterface with and serve Rowan’s Commercial team and program managers for key stakeholder decisions related to designSupport the preparation of construction documents, including drawings, specifications, and scopes of work, for all components of data center projectsAs needed, review contractor work, submittals, and RFIs to ensure that engineering elements adhere to Rowan's standards of quality and project requirementsNurture and create relationships with permitting agencies and client technical expertsIdentify risks during all stages of the project lifecycle from site origination through operationsSupport the site origination team through technical reviews of existing site conditions and infrastructure associated with potential sitesAdvise the development team with technical expertise from a preconstruction perspectiveSupport the growth of the engineering team and of Rowan by helping to establish engineering standards and processesSupport other technical tasks not listed as requiredSupport site construction teams with engineering pre-construction services as an internal clientMust be comfortable working with government and jurisdictional agencies on complex environmental review, permitting, and Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) approval processes Education, Skills, And Experience Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Engineering or related fieldPE required or AIA required9+ years of experience participating in and leading large-scale commercial/industrial development, architectural, or civil design projects3-5+ years of hands-on experience overseeing construction activities in the field with strong knowledge of best practices, safety standards, and quality control proceduresKnowledge of construction practices and processes requiredKnowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelinesKnowledge of QA/QC and specification processesStrong organizational skills and the ability to coordinate large teams and consultantsAbility to communicate and present ideas in a clear, concise, and professional manner both verbally and in writingExperience communicating with senior leaders and executives at all levels of the organizationKnowledge of data center industry and trends preferredStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsProficiency in MS Office Suite, AutoCAD, REVIT, GIS, and Blue Beam RevuAbility to work with little oversight. The Rowan team collaborates constantly; however, the successful candidate should be comfortable working independently Fueled by Excellence & Collaboration At Rowan, we are a distributed team united by a common mission to transform data center delivery. Across our two offices, we offer a hybrid work environment supported by teamwork, technology, and in-office gathering time to help you be successful. We are headquartered in downtown Denver, Colorado and have an office in Seattle, Washington. Our team of talented and passionate individuals is spread out across the U.S. Here to support you At Rowan, we want to make sure you can do great work. We offer competitive benefits focused on helping you be and achieve your best. Hybrid working environmentTeam building and educational opportunitiesGenerous benefits package including robust health benefits and a 401(k)-company contributionUnlimited PTORTD ECO pass or parking reimbursementCompetitive compensation, bonus, and an incentive plan Equal Opportunity Employer Rowan Digital is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate diversity in all aspects of our workforce. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.