EMEA Design Manager

At Iron Mountain we know that work, when done well, makes a positive impact for our customers, our employees, and our planet. That’s why we need smart, committed people to join us. Whether you’re looking to start your career or make a change, talk to us and see how you can elevate the power of your work at Iron Mountain. We provide expert, sustainable solutions in records and information management, digital transformation services, data centers, asset lifecycle management, and fine art storage, handling, and logistics. We proudly partner every day with our 225, 000 customers around the world to preserve their invaluable artifacts, extract more from their inventory, and protect their data privacy in innovative and socially responsible ways. Are you curious about being part of our growth story while evolving your skills in a culture that will welcome your unique contributions? If so, let’s start the conversation. Iron Mountain Data Centres is seeking a skilled and motivated Design Manager to join our Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) Design and Construction team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end design delivery of data centre construction projects, including new builds, phased expansions, and operational upgrades. You will lead multidisciplinary teams and collaborate with external consultants to ensure our facilities meet world-class standards while identifying critical risks and opportunities. Our Design and Construction team is a collaborative, multidisciplinary group of experts dedicated to delivering high-performance infrastructure across key European markets like London, Amsterdam, Madrid, and Frankfurt. What You’ll Do (Core Responsibilities) In this role, you will: Lead and direct third-party design consultants to deliver mission-critical data centre projects that strictly adhere to Iron Mountain global standards and project specifications. Collaborate with internal construction, finance, sales, and operations teams to validate and execute fit-out programs, ensuring design decisions align with business pursuit opportunities. Provide comprehensive engineering oversight and reporting on budget, schedule, and product delivery to ensure all assigned critical infrastructure projects meet organisational quality and safety regulations. What You’ll Bring (Skills & Education) The ideal candidate will have: Extensive experience in the design of mission-critical facilities, specifically within Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) led industries such as Data Centres, Pharmaceutical, or Energy. In-depth knowledge of complex electrical, mechanical, life safety, and control systems, including a strong command of national and local building codes. Proven ability in managing relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders while leading multidisciplinary design teams in a professional, fast-paced environment. A University Degree in Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Building Services Engineering, with the flexibility to travel internationally up to 25% of the time. What We Offer (Benefits) Competitive compensation and benefits aligned with experience. Flexible work options to support work-life balance. Comprehensive health, wellness, and retirement plans. Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth within a global organization. #LI-Remote Category: Real Estate & Facilities #J-18808-Ljbffr