Design Project Manager leading multidisciplinary data centre design projects for Salas O’Brien’s mission-critical engineering business.
Managing schedules, budgets, engineering teams, client relationships, and compliance across Canada and North America.
Responsibilities
Manage multiple data center design projects from proposal through construction documentation and project closeout
Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams, including electrical, mechanical, structural, and BIM/VDC professionals
Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, resource plans, and deliverables
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, and internal stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
Lead project kickoff meetings, design reviews, coordination meetings, and client presentations
Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement mitigation strategies
Ensure design quality, consistency, and compliance with Canadian and U.S. codes, client standards, and industry best practices
Coordinate with technical discipline leads to resolve design challenges and facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration
Support contract administration, scope management, change orders, and project reporting
Mentor junior project staff and promote continuous improvement in project delivery processes
Participate in business development activities, including proposal preparation, project planning, and client relationship management
Travel occasionally to client offices, project sites, and team meetings across Canada and the United States
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution
7+ years of experience managing multidisciplinary engineering or design projects, preferably involving mission-critical facilities or data centers
Proven experience leading complex projects through all phases of design and engineering
Strong understanding of data center infrastructure, including electrical power systems, mechanical cooling systems, and critical facility design principles
Experience coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams in a consulting or EPC environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or similar scheduling software
Familiarity with Revit, Revizto, Bluebeam, Autodesk Construction Cloud, or comparable design coordination platforms
Knowledge of Canadian building codes and applicable provincial regulations
Familiarity with U.S. industry standards
Excellent leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to manage client relationships effectively
Ability to work independently in a remote environment while managing multiple concurrent projects
EIT or P.Eng. license and additional certifications such as LEED AP or PMP are a plus
Benefits
Employee-owned company
People-first culture built on collaboration, innovation, and shared ownership
Opportunities to grow meaningful, high-impact careers
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