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Design Manager Oude Meer Full-time Permanent employee Apply for this job Your mission The Design Manager (DM) is responsible for overseeing a diverse portfolio of data center design projects for new builds, expansions, and sustainability-driven upgrades across all countries in which NorthC operates. The role reports directly to the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and plays a key role in ensuring that all designs align with NorthC's technical standards, strategic objectives, and sustainability ambitions. Your profile Data Center Design Delivery Lead the delivery of data center designs in close collaboration with the NorthC Project Manager. Manage and coordinate external design consultants across all technical disciplines, ensuring full compliance with regulations, local building codes, and the NorthC Data Center Blueprint. The DM is accountable for progressing designs through all phases, including concept and initial design, permitting, detailed design, and preparation of tender documentation. Where the PM is responsible for the overall planning and budget, the DM will conduct comprehensive design reviews and provide technical guidance throughout the project lifecycle. Tender Support and Evaluation Contribute to procurement and tender processes by preparing technical tender documentation and evaluating submitted proposals. Provide clear, well-founded technical advice and recommendations to the CTO to support decision-making. Testing, Commissioning, and Validation Support the project during testing and commissioning phases following construction. Collaborate with NorthC's Operations and Facilities departments on sound testing and commissioning procedures. This includes contributing to the development of test scripts and documentation, and evaluating and validating test results in collaboration with relevant NorthC stakeholders. Blueprint Development Maintain, develop, and continuously improve the NorthC Data Cent...