Design Manager

Design Manager - with 4D experience (General Contractor - Data Centre)

• Accommodation, Car and generous package covered too
• Will support relocation

The Firm

A leading European data centre contractor delivering large-scale hyperscale and mission-critical projects across key markets. Known for technical excellence, structured delivery, and a strong pipeline of complex new-build developments.

The Team

You will join an established project team delivering a major data centre project in Sines. The environment is fast-paced, highly coordinated and collaborative, with close interaction between construction, engineering, and planning functions.

The Role

A key position responsible for managing and coordinating the full design process across CSA and MEP disciplines. Responsibilities include:

• Full ownership of design coordination from pre-construction through to delivery
• Managing design consultants, subcontractors, and external stakeholders
• Driving integration between design, programme, and construction teams
• Utilising 4D planning/modelling to align design outputs with project sequencing
• Leading design reviews, workshops, and technical coordination meetings
• Ensuring design compliance with client standards, regulations, and buildability requirements
• Identifying and mitigating design risks to support programme and cost targets

The Requirements

Strong experience in Design Management on large-scale construction projects (ideally data centres or mission-critical builds)

• Proven background across CSA and/or MEP design coordination
• Experience working with or alongside 4D planning/modelling tools
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and drive design delivery to programme
• Strong technical understanding and problem-solving capability
• Experience in fast-paced, highly coordinated project environments
• Willingness to be based on-site in Sines, Portugal

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