What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Design Job at Worldwide Mission Critical LLC in Herndon position at Worldwide Mission Critical LLC?
Job Description
Job Description
Description :
The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of data center design and construction. The role requires leading a multi-disciplinary team with a diverse set of stakeholders through all design milestones. This individual will oversee the design of multiple data center projects and manage challenging deliverables against aggressive project expectations (within budget and schedule objectives set for each project). The Design Manager will work with the design team to facilitate the creation of a shared plan for execution and oversee the development of technical approaches to meet project requirements, addressing architectural and engineering challenges, and ensuring the successful execution of project phases.
Preference will be given to candidates in Dallas, TX or Herndon, VA.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Direct and oversee Professional Consultants (Architects, Engineers) and Equipment Suppliers throughout the design process for various projects, including Greenfield construction and retrofit renovations.
- Review and approve consultant invoices and equipment submittals, providing recommendations to the Delivery and Procurement teams.
- Ensure design standards are up to date with industry best practices and align with client business objectives.
- Collaborate with the Delivery Team on schedules, budgets, and forecasts related to design and construction expenditures.
- Lead the consultant team in developing work letters that include program scope, budget (with emphasis on value-engineering), and schedule documents to support leasing activities.
- Prepare and deliver presentations throughout the project lifecycle to stakeholders.
- Develop and maintain relationships with vendors (Contractors, Architects, Engineers, Consultants).
- Communicate project status to internal and external stakeholders, both formally and informally.
- Prepare monthly project reports detailing budget, schedule, and scope objectives, ensuring smooth handoff to the delivery team.
- Tour project sites during construction and participate in commissioning activities.
- Monitor project timelines, resource utilization, and expenses to ensure successful project completion.
- Engage in client meetings to foster relationships and review project performance.
- Drive efficiencies and quality improvements in technical processes, documenting all project-related deliverables, including design plans and correspondence.
- Mentor preconstruction staff, fostering a culture of learning and expertise development.
- Represent the company at technical meetings with clients, architects, and contractor teams.
Requirements :
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
