at NTT America Solutions, Inc. in Springfield, Illinois, United States
Job Description
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The Manager, Design Management is responsible for leading a team of Design Managers and overseeing design development on all NTT GDC Americas, Inc. construction projects, from site due diligence through the production of Construction Documents and performance of Construction Administration. This effort involves coordination between NTT GDC Americas, Inc. experts and outside consultants including Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, and Civil Engineers and Landscape Architects.
The Manager, Design Management assigns projects and tasks to individual Design Managers, monitors their progress and ensures alignment with project budgets and schedules. They are also responsible for leading the design consultant selection effort.
The position requires a creative, detail-oriented problem solver with excellent communication skills that can achieve high quality standards while carefully considering cost and feasibility factors. Manager, Design Management should possess good judgment to meet project objectives, with the ability to collaborate and manage the accountabilities of a diverse interdisciplinary team focused on creating and maintaining the best Data Center environments in our industry.
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
+ Oversee the preparation and execution of Architectural and Engineering Consultant Agreements defining Scope of Work, Scope of Services and Fees based on Owner’s Project Requirements, design standards, and system specifications.
+ Manage day-to-day design related activities in the area assigning and managing workload of design team.
+ Contributes to the continuous development of program standards and specifications.
+ Collaboration with Product Team, Sales/ Sales Engineering, and Operations as to product to build, options and timeline, and provide solutions to meet project goals.
+ Collaborate when needed to discuss new process efficiencies and/or new products and/or datacenter configurations.
+ Oversee consultant strategy and reviews.
+ Ability to understand the design and know and articulate impact of deviations.
+ Responsible for ensuring that design standards are followed unless project conditions warrant deviations. If so, obtain consensus and document.
+ Ensure compliance with NTT GDC Americas, Inc. standards on all projects and assure that these standards are up to date with industry best practices and meet the company’s business objectives (Emphasis on value-engineering).
+ Assist in the preparation and review of budgets and forecasts related to anticipated design and construction expenditures.
+ Develop and maintain vendor relationships (Contractors, Architects, Engineers, Consultants, etc.) to provide cost-effective services for NTT GDC Americas, Inc. Datacenters projects.
+ Solicit pricing from consultants via RFP’s or pricing exercises to ensure best price and best work results.
+ Review Contracts and Scope documents to verify needs based on project requirements.
+ Preparation of requests for proposals. Evaluation of proposals and recommendations to management regarding vendor selection.
+ Communicate status of projects to both internal and external stakeholders on an ad-hoc and formal basis. Ensure all stakeholders are up to date with regards to design schedule and potential issues. Prepare monthly project reports regarding the budget, schedule, and scope objectives of assigned projects.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
+ Knowledge of contractual and building regulation obligations.
+ Ability to understand and interpret design and construction drawings/specifications, project schedules, detailed budgets and estimate summaries.
+ In-depth knowledge of all aspects of a data center construction project, with an emphasis on Mechanical, Electrical, Security, Fire, and Control systems.
+ Excellent coordination and project management skills.
+ Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
+ Strong interpersonal skills: ability to present ideas effectively, and to be able to evaluate the ideas of others in project meetings.
+ Experience in interfacing and coordinating intra-disciplinary departments to assess departmental needs and program requirements.
+ An understanding of design and construction budgets, and how to balance design requirements to the established budget.
+ Ability to develop creative and innovative solutions to reduce costs without sacrificing quality and reliability.
+ Ability to “defend” the design, know and articulate impact of deviations.
+ Ability to develop and take new design concepts through detailed design, peer review, executive review, construction, and operation.
+ Thorough understanding of Civil, Structural, Mechanical, and Electrical design concepts.
+ Familiarization with AIA documents desired.
+ Proficient in MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, Outlook, drafting software (ACAD and/or Revit).
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EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
+ Bachelor’s degree in design, Architecture, Engineering, or in related field / equivalent experience required. Professional licenses or certifications are desirable, but not required.
+ Strong working acumen with CSA and MEP systems development; Architectural, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering education or experience is a plus.
+ Minimum 10 years of experience working in data centers or other specialized experience in Critical Facilities or other technically sophisticated project types.
+ Direct experience with new construction, tenant improvements and capital improvement projects.
+ Experience with consultant negotiation and management.
+ Prior experience leading project teams and coordinating multiple and diverse stakeholder requirements.
+ Experience with Revit and/or other BIM applications.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
+ Primarily sitting with some walking, standing, and bending.
+ Able to hear and speak on a telephone.
+ Close visual work on a computer terminal.
+ Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate any required computer keyboard, mouse, and other technical instruments.
+ Able to lift and carry up to 20 lbs
WORK CONDITIONS & OTHER REQUIREMENTS
+ Extensive daily usage of workstation or computer.
+ Some work in a Data Center construction and operating environment with varying temperatures and loud noises.
+ Some travel (~25%) to support due diligence, design, and construction of data centers properties across the US.
+ Must possess a current, valid state-issued driver’s license.
This is a remote position that requires reliable internet connection and electricity. A monthly stipend is provided to cover expenses associated with working remotely and use of a personal mobile device, if applicable.
NTT Global Data Centers Americas, Inc. offers competitive compensation based on experience, education, and location. Base salary for this position is $ 135,500 – $ 210,000.
All regular full-time employees are eligible for an annual bonus; payout is dependent upon individual and company performance.
Employees receive paid time-off, medical, dental, and vision benefits, life and supplemental insurance, short-term and long-term disability, flexible spending account, and 401k retirement plan to create a rich Total Rewards package.
Skills Summary
Financial Acumen, People Management, Problem Solving, Project Management, Strategy Plan, Sustainability, Technical Knowledge
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Workplace type :
Remote Working
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