Design Manager

Data Center Design ManagerThe Data Center Design Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing the design function for large-scale data center sprinkler projects. This role will provide technical and operational leadership throughout the design process, ensuring projects are delivered accurately, efficiently, and in alignment with project requirements, applicable codes, and company standards.The ideal candidate will have strong experience in fire sprinkler design and project management, with the ability to lead design teams, coordinate with internal and external project partners, and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced data center environment. This position requires strong communication, organization, technical knowledge, and the ability to adapt as project priorities and schedules evolve.Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Coordinate with Sales and Construction Operations Manager to review scope sheet, verify schedule and design requirementsSchedule design based on pipe on job and schedule requirementsEnsure projects are assigned to appropriate design team membersEnsure all required plans and CAD files are received and provided to designer assigned to projectSchedule pre-design meeting with the designer, sales and Construction Operations ManagerEnsure quality management throughout construction design processResponsible for communication and status reporting to design team members, customers and managementManage team of designers providing leadership, training, mentoring and coachingProvide responsive, concise, accurate and professional support to all customers and other personnel and ensures timely follow-up on all customer concerns and issues.Actively participates in turn over meetings, design meetings, post job meetings, and weekly department meeting.Attends inspections as licensed representative, as neededPerform site surveys and train team member on proper site survey processEnsure proper safety procedures and use of equipmentPerform quality checks on drawings through head layout, pipe layout and pipe size review meetings with designer and sales and Construction Operations ManagerPerform field checks and site visits as neededManage design team's workload and obtain branch office and/or subcontract support as requiredOversee subcontract designer's work and ensure deadlines are being metBuild relationships with customers, sales and operations teamsDesign review and approval of all drawings prior to submittalReview and approve all resubmittals, track rejection commentsUpon submittal approval, ensure designers provide final listings and complete foreman prints prior to pipe on job dateKnow local codes & AHJ requirements within local jurisdictionsManage commitment dates to ensure they are met; communicate to appropriate team members if commitment date is at risk of being missedAssist with recruitment and interviewing of possible design candidatesReview design team timesheets for accuracy and approvalEnsure designers are reviewing project changes during design phase and notifying operations team regarding impactProvide awareness to sales and operations team when there is an increase in scope or headcounts from original estimateAssist with design in order to maintain commitment dates, as requiredRecommends improvements in project management procedures and overall company business practicesOther duties as assignedKnowledge:High School diploma or GED is requiredNICET Level III in Water-Based Systems or RME-GWork Experience:10+ years of experience in Fire Sprinkler Systems design.Skills and Competencies:Excellent written, verbal and presentation skillsDetail oriented with excellent organization skillsProficient in working with Microsoft Office Products including Word and ExcelProficient in PDF creation • Must have valid state driver's license and good driving recordProficient in MS Office, AutoCAD, and HydraCAD or equal design software Hydraulic Calculations knowledge and understandingCapable of supporting and mentoring team membersProficient in interpreting and applying applicable local AHJ as well as NFPA standards and Building codesProficient in reading and interpreting construction documentsMust demonstrate ability to manage a teamMust able to work on a construction job sitePhysical Requirements:75% Office Setting, including sitting, some bending, some lifting, walking and viewing • 25% drivingTravel:5 office location in Texas, frequent visits for team training Allied Fire Protection