Senior Design Manager - Land Development

About the role

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.

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, and controls disciplines
• Collaborate 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 desired
• Coordinate with and ensure Rowan’s understanding of any engineering-related customer design requirements on a project-by-project basis
• Provide on-site field support as needed during construction, ensuring that engineering work is executed according to design specifications and standards
• Collaborate with the design and construction teams to address site-specific challenges and make recommendations to optimize designs for constructability
• Interface with and serve Rowan’s Commercial team and program managers for key stakeholder decisions related to design
• Support the preparation of construction documents, including drawings, specifications, and scopes of work, for all components of data center projects
• Review contractor work, submittals, and RFIs to ensure that engineering elements adhere to Rowan's standards of quality and project requirements
• Nurture and create relationships with permitting agencies and client technical experts
• Identify risks during all stages of the project lifecycle from site origination through operations
• Support the site origination team through technical reviews of existing site conditions and infrastructure associated with potential sites
• Advise the development team with technical expertise from a preconstruction perspective
• Support the growth of the engineering team and of Rowan by helping to establish engineering standards and processes
• Support other technical tasks as required
• Support site construction teams with engineering pre-construction services as an internal client
• Work with government and jurisdictional agencies on complex environmental review, permitting, and Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) approval processes

Requirements

• Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field
• PE (Professional Engineer) license or AIA (American Institute of Architects) certification required
• 9+ years of experience participating in and leading large-scale commercial/industrial development, architectural, or civil design projects
• 3-5+ years of hands-on experience overseeing construction activities in the field with strong knowledge of best practices, safety standards, and quality control procedures
• Knowledge of construction practices and processes
• Knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines
• Knowledge of QA/QC and specification processes
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to coordinate large teams and consultants
• Ability to communicate and present ideas in a clear, concise, and professional manner both verbally and in writing
• Experience communicating with senior leaders and executives at all levels of the organization
• Knowledge of data center industry and trends preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, AutoCAD, REVIT, GIS, and Blue Beam Revu
• Ability to work with little oversight while collaborating constantly with the Rowan team

Location

Denver, CO (hybrid, in-office) – will consider remote for the right candidate

Travel: Ability to travel up to 25% for company gatherings or to project sites

Pay

$150K - $185K base salary. Offers may include a bonus.

Benefits

• Hybrid working environment
• Team building and educational opportunities
• Generous benefits package including robust health benefits and a 401(k) with company contribution
• Unlimited PTO
• RTD EcoPass or parking reimbursement
• Competitive compensation, bonus, and an incentive plan