Principal Design Manager

Basic Function

The qualified candidate will oversee hyper-scale data center projects from site due diligence, campus planning, conceptual/schematic/detailed design through construction documents, and construction administration. The ideal candidate has experience managing the design of colocation and hyper-scale data centers, has a background in electrical engineering, or mechanical engineering, and possesses exceptional written and verbal communication skills. 

 Responsibilities

• Lead data center due diligence and design teams to deliver projects that meet the client’s requirements, on schedule and to a high degree of quality. Design disciplines will include architecture, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, security, fire protection, ICT, and BMS/EPMS. 

• Develop and enforce multi-site project and program management plans. 

• Host and attend meetings with clients and external stakeholders. 

• Proactively manage and communicate change throughout the project  

• Identify problems early and develop creative solutions. 

• Proactively communicate with all stakeholders to provide project updates and resolve outstanding issues. 

• Develop technical and financial proposals for new and add/move/change data center design projects 

• Develop trusting relationships with client stakeholders/buyers 

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering 

• 8+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education 

• Experience with data center design management & engineering 

• Lean Six Sigma Certification 

• Active or recent leadership in data center and mission-critical trade organization 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

• Ability to work in dynamic 

• Team leadership skills 

• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills 

Location: Redwood City, CA; San Diego, CA; Denver CO; Texas preferred. 

Base Pay - $140,000-$180,000

The pay range mentioned above is a guideline. We tailor each offer based on your unique skills, experience, location, and market benchmarks—while ensuring internal parity across our teams. In addition to competitive base pay, total compensation may include a discretionary annual bonus and a market leading comprehensive health and wellness benefits package. Final details will be discussed during the later stages of the hiring process.

Our Health & Wellness Benefits

At SB Energy, we invest in our people and their families with benefits designed for flexibility, support, and peace of mind. Full-time employees enjoy:

• 100% Company-Paid Medical, Dental & Vision (for employees and dependents)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Generous Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
• 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Life, AD&D & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical, Dependent Care, Transit & Parking (with company contributions)
• Mental, Physical & Social Wellness Support (with company contributions)
• Flexible Work Arrangements & Hybrid Office Setup Benefits
• Monthly Reimbursement for Phone, Internet & Data
• Optional Legal & Pet Insurance Plans
• Device Purchase Support

At SB Energy, the success of our projects is driven by a desire to see our projects benefit as many people as possible. We work to serve local communities through volunteering, fundraising, and much more. For example, we’re proud to support access and opportunity in engineering and clean energy through impactful mentorship programs and workforce training. When you join SB Energy, you can become a part of these efforts, collaborating with team members who share a vision of building a better future now! 

SB Energy is built on a foundation of collaboration and inclusion. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other legally protected class.

To learn more about us, visit www.sbenergy.com.

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