Design Manager

February 19, 2026

Job Description

The Senior M&E Manager leads the end-to-end delivery and technical governance of Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) systems for hyperscale data center projects. In this high-impact role, you act as the primary technical authority, ensuring that critical power and cooling infrastructure—such as MV/LV distribution, UPS clusters, and chilled water plants—operates with 100% reliability. You bridge the gap between complex engineering designs and onsite construction, managing tier-1 contractors and specialized vendors to deliver facilities that meet global Uptime Institute standards. Your expertise is vital in navigating mission-critical testing (Levels 1–5) and ensuring a seamless transition from construction to live operations.

Key Responsibilities

Lead M&E Project Lifecycle by overseeing the full scope of mechanical and electrical works, from design coordination and procurement to construction and final commissioning.
Direct Technical Design Reviews by auditing engineering drawings, P&IDs, and technical submittals to ensure alignment with site standards and data center operational constraints.
Manage Critical Infrastructure by overseeing the installation and testing of HVAC (CRAC/CRAH), power distribution, generators, and fire protection systems.
Oversee Commissioning & Qualification by leading FAT/SAT and Integrated Systems Testing (IST) to verify that all failover and redundancy sequences operate as intended.
Drive Vendor & Contractor Performance by managing multiple specialized subcontractors and third-party consultants to ensure high-quality workmanship and timely delivery.
Control Budget & Schedule by monitoring project costs, managing variation orders (VOs), and tracking physical progress against the master project schedule.
Ensure Regulatory Compliance by liaising with local authorities and consultants to maintain adherence to building codes, safety protocols, and quality standards.
Facilitate Handover to Operations by ensuring all O&M manuals, as-built drawings, and operational runbooks (MOPs/SOPs/EOPs) are accurate and complete.

Required Qualifications and Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
8–10+ years of project management experience, with at least 5 years specifically focused on Data Center or mission-critical construction.
Possess deep knowledge of M&E systems, including HV/LV power, UPS topologies, chillers, cooling towers, and fuel management.
Offer extensive experience in leading Levels 1–5 commissioning and complex integrated system failure simulations.
Familiar with local building codes, fire safety regulations (BOMBA/SCDF), and international standards such as TIA-942 or Uptime Institute.
Skilled in using BIM (Revit), AutoCAD, and project management platforms like Primavera P6 or Procore.
Excel at managing diverse technical teams and translating complex engineering risks into clear updates for stakeholders.

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